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WE ACT Supports the Safe Cosmetics and Personal Care Products Act of 2019

Today Representative Jan Schakowsky (D-IL) introduced a landmark bill—the Safe Cosmetics and Personal Care Products Act of 2019. It is the only federal cosmetic safety legislation that would immediately ban more than a dozen of the worst toxic chemicals from

WE ACT Awarded $100,000 Grant from the Kresge Foundation to Build Climate Resilience and Improve Health

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 28, 2019 Contact: Chris Dobens, 212-961-1000 ext. 320, chris@weact.org HARLEM, NY — WE ACT for Environmental Justice (WE ACT) has been awarded a $100,000 grant from the Kresge Foundation to advance policy solutions aimed at

WE ACT Among Groups Suing EPA Over Lead Hazard Standards

New Guidelines Fail to Protect Half the Children at Risk FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 1, 2019 Contact: Chris Dobens, 212-961-1000 ext. 320, chris@weact.org HARLEM, NY— WE ACT for Environmental Justice (WE ACT) is one of several organizations that have

Environmental Justice and National Environmental Groups Advance a Historic Joint Climate Platform

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 18, 2019 Contact: Dana Johnson, 202-548-4585, dana@weact.org Washington, D.C. — To confront the widening dangers of our climate crisis, leading U.S. environmental justice and national environmental groups today are advancing for the first time an

New York State Safeguards Health with Legislation Requiring the Disclosure of Ingredients in Period Products

Groundbreaking Legislation is the First of Its Kind in United States FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 21, 2019 Contact: Chris Dobens, 212-961-1000 ext. 320, chris@weact.org ALBANY, NY — WE ACT for Environmental Justice is celebrating the passage of the

New York State Takes Historic Action to Address Climate Change by Passing the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act

Legislation Will Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions 100 Percent By 2050, With Utility Emissions Reduced 100 Percent By 2040 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 21, 2019 Contact: Chris Dobens, 212-961-1000 ext. 320, chris@weact.org ALBANY, NY — After a three-year campaign, WE

New York State Establishes A Permanent Environmental Justice Advisory Board

Low-Income Communities and Communities of Color, Disproportionately Impacted by Environmental Issues, Now Have a Permanent Voice in Albany FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 21, 2019 Contact: Chris Dobens, 212-961-1000 ext. 320, chris@weact.org ALBANY, NY — WE ACT for Environmental

WE ACT Celebrates the Passage of the Child Safe Products Act

After a Decade of Sustained Advocacy, New York State Passes Legislation to Identify and Remove Toxic Chemicals from Children’s Products FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 1, 2019 Contact: Chris Dobens, 212-961-1000 ext. 320, chris@weact.org ALBANY, NY — As WE ACT

Second Avenue Subway Presents Opportunity to Address Environmental and Economic Issues in East Harlem / El Barrio

Community-Driven Recommendations Designed to Make East 125th Street More Sustainable FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 29, 2019 Contact: Chris Dobens, 212-961-1000 ext. 320, chris@weact.org NEW YORK — Beginning in September 2017, WE ACT for Environmental Justice organized a growing

WE ACT for Environmental Justice Stands with Congressional and Environmental Leaders in Support of a Green New Deal

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 26, 2019 Contact: Chris Dobens, 212-961-1000 ext. 320, chris@weact.org WASHINGTON, D.C. – Joining Senator Edward J. Markey (D-MA), Senator Jeff Merkley (D-OR), Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY), Senator Mazie K. Hirono (D-HI), Senator Ron Wyden (D-OR), and representatives

WE ACT for Environmental Justice Advised U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to Preserve Existing Mercury and Air Toxics Standards During Public Hearing

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 19, 2019 Contact: Dana Johnson, 202-548-4585, dana@weact.org WASHINGTON, D.C. – Yesterday the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) held a public hearing on its residual risk and technology review of the Mercury and Air Toxics Standards

Congressman Donald McEachin (D-VA-04) and WE ACT for Environmental Justice to Host Briefing on Renewable Energy and Green Jobs

Briefing to be Held on February 26, 10-11 a.m., in Rayburn House Office Building, Room 2325 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 21, 2019 Dana Johnson, 202-548-4585, dana@weact.org Chris Dobens, 212-961-1000 ext. 320, chris@weact.org Jamitress Bowden, jamitress.bowden@mail.house.gov WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman

WE ACT for Environmental Justice Responds to the Green New Deal Resolution

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 7, 2019 Dana Johnson, 202-548-4585, dana@weact.org Chris Dobens, 212-961-1000 ext. 320, chris@weact.org WE ACT FOR ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE RESPONDS TO GREEN NEW DEAL RESOLUTION Positive Step But Absence Of Timelines Identified As Hurdle To Equity, Justice

WE ACT for Environmental Justice Statement on NYC’s Roadmap to Eliminating Childhood Lead Exposure

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 28, 2019 Contact: Chris Dobens, 212-961-1000 ext. 320, chris@weact.org NEW YORK – New York City’s Mayor Bill de Blasio and Department of Sanitation Commissioner Kathryn Garcia today released the City’s Roadmap to Eliminating Childhood Lead

Kerene N. Tayloe, Esq. Joins WE ACT for Environmental Justice as Director of Federal Legislative Affairs

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 28, 2019 Contact: Chris Dobens, 212-961-1000 ext. 320, chris@weact.org WASHINGTON, D.C. — WE ACT for Environmental Justice (WE ACT) welcomes Kerene N. Tayloe, Esq. as Counsel/Director of Federal Legislative Affairs, a new position based in

WE ACT for Environmental Justice Opposes the Nomination of Andrew Wheeler as EPA Administraton

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 16, 2019 Contact: Chris Dobens, 212-961-1000 ext. 320, chris@weact.org WASHINGTON, DC – Today the Senate held a hearing to consider the nomination of Andrew Wheeler to serve as the Administrator to the United State Environmental

WE ACT for Environmental Justice Congratulates Environmental Justice Champions Congresswoman Nanette Barragán and Congressman Donald McEachin on Selection to the Energy and Commerce Committee

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 16, 2019 Contact: Chris Dobens, 212-961-1000 ext. 320, chris@weact.org WASHINGTON, DC — WE ACT for Environmental Justice congratulates Congresswoman Nanette Diaz Barragán (CA-44) and Congressman A. Donald McEachin (VA-04) for their selection to the Energy

Solar Uptown Now Shines Light on a Just Transition to Clean Energy and Green Jobs in Harlem

Local Workers Trained to Install Rooftop Solar on Affordable Housing Help Combat Climate Change and Reduce Expenses FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 5, 2018 Contact: Chris Dobens, 212-961-1000 ext. 320, chris@weact.org Michael Barry, 646-576-5656, barry@solar1.org Rania Dalloul, 212-479-3324, dalloul@uhab.org HARLEM,

VICTORY: FDA Bans Seven Cancer-Causing Artificial Flavorings

Legal Pressure from a Coalition of Consumer, Health, and Environmental Groups Led to Ban FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 9, 2018 Contact: Chris Dobens, 212-961-1000 ext. 320, chris@weact.org NEW YORK — Seven cancer causing-chemicals used as artificial flavoring in

Solar Uptown Now Brings Solar Power to Affordable Housing in Northern Manhattan

Combating Climate Change, Breaking Down Barriers to Clean Energy, and Creating Green Jobs for Low-Income Communities of Color FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 26, 2018 Contact: Chris Dobens, 212-961-1000 ext. 320, chris@weact.org Michael Barry, 646-576-5656, barry@solar1.org HARLEM, NY — One of

WE ACT Receives New York State Grant for Urban Environmental Education Center in Northern Manhattan

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 19, 2018 Contact: Chris Dobens, 212-961-1000 ext. 320, chris@weact.org NEW YORK — New York State Governor Andrew M. Cuomo and the State’s Department of Environmental Conservation today awarded WE ACT for Environmental Justice a $750,000 grant

WE ACT Supports the American Academy of Pediatrics’ Call for Stronger Federal Food Safety Requirements

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 25, 2018 Contact: Chris Dobens, 212-961-1000 ext. 320, chris@weact.org WASHINGTON — The American Academy of Pediatrics Policy Statement on Food Additives and Child Health is a monumental step in protecting the health and well-being of all

WE ACT Supports City’s New Initiative to Reduce Childhood Lead Poisoning

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 3, 2018 Contact: Chris Dobens, 212-961-1000 ext. 320, chris@weact.org NEW YORK — As one of the most vocal champions for stronger lead poisoning policies, WE ACT for Environmental Justice applauds Mayor de Blasio, Speaker Johnson and

Congress Rejects Trump’s Cuts, Includes Dangerous Riders

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 22, 2018 Contact: Athena Motavvef, 202-548-4585, athena@weact.org Washington, DC — Congress has revealed their omnibus spending package for Fiscal Year 2018. The good news is that it rejects the disastrous cuts proposed by the Trump administration,

VICTORY: Federal Judge Orders EPA to Enforce Air Quality Standards

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 13, 2018 Contact: Athena Motavvef, 202-548-4585, athena@weact.org Washington, DC — Yesterday, U.S. District Judge Haywood Gilliam, ruled that the US EPA violated the Clean Air Act in a lawsuit brought by Earthjustice on behalf of WE

New Study Finds Black People Experience Higher Health Burdens Than Whites

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 26, 2018 Contact: Athena Motavvef, 202-548-4585, athena@weact.org New York, NY — Last Thursday, EPA scientists published a study in the American Journal of Public Health that studied the unequal health outcomes nationwide. The study served to

Report: Environmental Justice Forum Releases Guidance on Incorporating Environmental Justice in State Implementation Plans

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 22, 2018 Contact: Athena Motavvef, 202-548-4585, athena@weact.org Washington, DC — The Environmental Justice Forum on Climate Change (EJ Forum) announces the release of its Environmental Justice Analysis document, “Cleaner Air, Cleaner Communities,” which was developed in

WE ACT Defends Clean Power Plan at NYC People’s Hearing

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 9, 2018 Contact: Athena Motavvef, 202-548-4585, athena@weact.org New York, NY — Today, community leaders, environmental advocates, and public health groups expressed support of the Clean Power Plan, the first-ever nationwide limit on greenhouse gases from existing

City Council Passes Bill to Protect Tenants from Mold and Pests

For Immediate Release December 19, 2017 Contact: Brooke Havlik, 212-961-1000 ext. 320, communications@weact.org NEW YORK, NY – The New York City Council voted today to pass the Asthma-Free Housing Act (Intro385C), a bill that allows renters to live safely in

WE ACT Travels to West Virginia to Defend Clean Power Plan

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 29, 2017 Contact: Athena Motavvef, 202-548-4585, athena@weact.org Washington, DC — Yesterday groups across the United States met in Charleston, West Virginia where the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) held their only scheduled hearing on the proposed

Housing Advocates And Good Government Group Demand Oversight into NYCHA’s Negligence Over Lead Paint

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 11, 2017 Contact: Brooke Havlik, 212-961-1000 ext. 320, communications@weact.org NEW YORK, NY (11/16/2017) – Yesterday, the New York Times reported that the New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) were aware that the agency’s inspectors were not checking apartments

Report: WE ACT Highlights Impacts of Proposed EPA Budget Cuts on Vulnerable Communities

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 13, 2017 Contact: Athena Motavvef, 202-548-4585, athena@weact.org Washington, DC — The EPA’s Fiscal Year 2018 budget is essential to communities across the United States that rely on EPA funding to ensure they live in a safe

Trump Repeals Clean Power Plan, Prioritizes Polluter’s Pockets Over People

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 10th, 2017 Contact: Athena Motavvef, 202-548-4585, athena@weact.org Washington, DC — Yesterday, EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt announced the repeal of the Clean Power Plan, which places federal restrictions on carbon pollution emissions for existing power plants. Coal,

House Vote to Reduce EPA Budget Risks Health of EJ Communities

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 14, 2017 Brooke Havlik, 212-961-1000 ext. 320, brooke@weact.org Washington, DC — In the wake of two devastating hurricanes, exacerbated by climate change, the U.S. House of Representatives passed a government spending bill today, mainly along party

WE ACT Joins Calls for #AJustHarveyRecovery

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 29th, 2017 Contact: Brooke Havlik, 212-961-1000 ext. 320, brooke@weact.org New York, NY — A catastrophic storm has hit southern Texas and Houston, the nation’s fourth largest city, causing unprecedented damage and destruction to local communities. Climate

WE ACT Condemns Hate Speech and White Supremacist Terror

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 16, 2017 Contact: Brooke Havlik, 212-961-1000 ext. 320, brooke@weact.org NEW YORK, NY—Just like dirty air or climate change, hate is an attack on a community’s health that threatens the vitality of our entire society. WE ACT

Trump Doubles Down on Racism, Revokes Environmental Protections

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 16, 2017 Contact: Brooke Havlik, 212-961-1000 ext. 320, brooke@weact.org NEW YORK, NY— During an explosive press conference yesterday on a new infrastructure plan, Donald Trump doubled down on defending white supremacy after the tragic events in

Report: More Federal Support Needed to Reduce Asthma Disparities Nationwide

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 10, 2017 Contact: Brooke Havlik, 212-961-1000 ext. 320, brooke@weact.org New York, NY—The federal government’s Coordinated Federal Action Plan to Reduce Racial and Ethnic Asthma Disparities needs more support to have an impact on asthma disparities in

WE ACT on Victory Over EPA Ozone Delay

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 3rd, 2017 Contact: Brooke Havlik, 212-961-1000 ext. 320, brooke@weact.org New York, NY — The EPA announced today that the agency will back down on Administrator Scott Pruitt’s attempts to delay implementing life-saving ozone and smog standards

Health and Environmental Groups Sue EPA Over Its Delay of Clean Air Protections for Millions

With 94% Council Support, Asthma Bill Must be Passed to Protect NYC Tenants

For Immediate Release June 13, 2017 Brooke Havlik, 212-961-1000 ext. 320 / 574.849.8576, brooke@weact.org Coalition urges Mayor and Speaker to take immediate action on healthier housing NEW YORK, NY – The Coalition for Asthma-Free Homes brought together NYC Council Members, residents,

WE ACT Executive Director Nominated to Governor Cuomo’s Environmental Justice Working Group

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 5, 2017 Media Contact: Brooke Havlik, 212-961-1000 ext. 320, brooke@weact.org New York, NY — In light of the Trump Administration’s decision to exit the Paris Climate Agreement, Governor Andrew Cuomo announced an Executive Order last Friday

WE ACT on Trump’s Decision to Exit Paris Climate Agreement

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 31, 2017 Media Contact: Brooke Havlik, 212-961-1000 ext. 320, brooke@weact.org New York, NY — Major news sources are reporting that President Trump has made the decision to withdraw from the Paris Climate Agreement. The President tweeted this morning

U.S. Representatives to Discuss Environmental Justice Ahead of Climate March

MEDIA ADVISORY Rep. Maxine Waters & Rep. Raul M. Grijalva to discuss the importance on environmental justice Washington, D.C. – In preparation for the People’s Climate March on Washington D.C., The Environmental Justice Leadership Forum on Climate Change will offer a

Solarize NYC set to expand solar power in Harlem with WE ACT

Mayor’s Office Official Press Release (linked & listed below): OneNYC: Solar Power Expands Rapidly, Quadruples Under Mayor de Blasio FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: April 19, 2017 MAYOR’S OFFICE CONTACT: pressoffice@cityhall.nyc.gov, (212) 788-2958 WE ACT CONTACT: communications@weact.org, (212) 961-1000 ext. 320 NEW YORK

While Trump Moves Backwards, NYC Passes Bills to Protect Environmental Justice Communities

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 5th, 2017 Brooke Havlik, WE ACT for Environmental Justice, 212-961-1000 ext. 320, brooke@weact.org New York, NY — As President Trump moves to shrink federal budgets at the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and altogether eliminate EPA’s Office of

WE ACT Receives Generous Gift from Rutgers Presbyterian Church

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 5th, 2017 Brooke Havlik, brooke@weact.org, 212.961.1000 ext. 320 We are excited to announce that WE ACT for Environmental Justice has been gifted a very generous donation from The Giving Network of Rutgers Presbyterian Church in New York City. With

Scientists Brief Congress on How EPA Rules Affect Children’s Health

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 5th, 2017 Susan Lamontagne, 917.568.0969 / susan@publicinterestmedia.com Brooke Havlik, 212-961-1000 ext. 320 / brooke@weact.org Rolling Back Air, Water, and Chemical Rules Jeopardizes Children’s Future Health and Development, Scientists and Physicians Warn Washington, DC – Leading U.S. scientists

WE ACT on Clean Power Plan Executive Order

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 28, 2017 Brooke Havlik, WE ACT for Environmental Justice, 212-961-1000 ext. 320, brooke@weact.org Washington, DC — Today, President Trump signed an executive order, rescinding President Obama’s Clean Power Plan and climate legacy. In response, WE ACT’s

Members of The Peoples Climate Mobilization Condemn Trump Administration Decision to Greenlight KXL

For Immediate Release – March 24, 2017 Contact: Paige Knappenberger, pknappenberger@climatenexus.org This statement and call to action has been initiated by member groups of the Peoples Climate Movement national steering committee. Those groups are listed below. Members of The Peoples Climate

60+ Environmental Justice Organizations & Advocates Denounce Proposed EPA Cuts

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 16th, 2017 Brooke Havlik, 212-961-1000 ext. 320, brooke@weact.org New York, NY – Today’s White House budget proposal, “America First: A Budget Blueprint to Make America Great Again” included many cuts to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) that

WE ACT on the Departure of Mustafa Ali from EPA

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 9th, 2017 Brooke Havlik, 212-961-1000 ext. 320, brooke@weact.org New York, NY — Mustafa Ali, Chief Environmental Justice Official at the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), announced his departure today after 24 years of service to the agency.

African American Leaders Reject Trump’s “Dirty Water Order”

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: February 28th, 2017 Brooke Havlik, WE ACT for Environmental Justice, 212-961-1000 ext. 320, brooke@weact.org Washington, D.C. — Today, as Trump signed an executive order gutting protections for wetlands and drinking water sources for more than 117 million

WE ACT on Confirmation of Scott Pruitt

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 17th, 2017 Brooke Havlik, WE ACT for Environmental Justice, 212-961-1000 ext. 320, brooke@weact.org Washington, D.C — Today, Scott Pruitt was confirmed as Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Pruitt’s record on climate and the environment

WE ACT on Local Zoning Decisions Protection Act

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 31st, 2017 Brooke Havlik, WE ACT for Environmental Justice, 212-961-1000 ext. 320, brooke@weact.org Washington, D.C — Today, Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) co-sponsored a new bill S.103 – Local Zoning Decisions Protection Act of 2017, which poses

WE ACT for Environmental Justice on Donald Trump and Pipeline Actions

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 25th, 2017 Brooke Havlik, WE ACT for Environmental Justice, 212-961-1000 ext. 320, brooke@weact.org Washington, D.C — Yesterday, Donald Trump signed two executive actions to advance the Dakota Access Pipeline and Keystone XL. In response, WE ACT’s

WE ACT Earns Top Rating from Charity Navigator

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 3, 2017 Brooke Havlik, WE ACT for Environmental Justice, 212-961-1000 ext. 320, brooke@weact.org Only 25% of charities receive the highest rating of 4-stars. New York, NY – WE ACT for Environmental Justice’s strong financial health and

Trump’s Pick for EPA Threatens Civil Rights & Environmental Justice

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 7, 2016 Brooke Havlik, WE ACT for Environmental Justice, 212-961-1000 ext. 320, brooke@weact.org Communities of color are most at risk with a fossil fuel ally in office NEW YORK, NY – Today, President-elect Donald Trump nominated

Health, Environment & Children’s Groups Call for National Strategy to End Lead Poisoning and Lead Exposure

Our coalition asks federal agencies to make National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week more than symbolic

Citywide Groups Call for Action on Landlord Failure to Protect Kids From Indoor Allergens Triggering Asthma

Inadequate Protections Contribute to High Rates of Childhood Asthma and Hospitalizations

Frontline Communities Weigh in on Clean Power Plan, Hopeful it Moves Forward

CPP’s future critical as communities of color are disproportionately impacted by climate change

Community Groups Across the Country Challenge EPA over Failure to Update Protections from Lead Poisoning

Inadequate Protections Endanger Young Children in Schools, Homes, and Other Buildings Currently Deemed Safe

End All Violence: A Statement from WE ACT

Place and race matter.

NY State Legislators Pass Unprecedented School Lead Policy

Prior to this bill, there was no uniform requirement for NYS schools to test for lead in drinking water.

Get the Lead Out of School Drinking Water

Lead is a major health hazard, especially for young children.

NY Congressional Candidates to Discuss Race, Equity and Environment

Ask candidates where they stand on issues that matter most to Northern Manhattan

WE ACT Puts Support Behind Environmental Justice Bill at City Council

Toxic chemicals have no place in children’s products, yet many found

Public Health and Environmental Groups File Suit Against Weak Smog Standard

EPA set standard at level that allows thousands more deaths, hospitalizations

WE ACT Calls for Retrofitting of North River Waste Treatment Plant

The NYC DEP must immediately prioritize and accelerate the process for the engine retrofit at North River in West Harlem.

Toxic Chemicals Found in NYC Toys and Children’s Products

Arsenic and cadium are just two of the products found in children's toys.

WE ACT receives $660,000 grant from The Kresge Foundation for Climate Work

WE ACT joins with 11 other organizations nationwide working to influence how policy addresses the effects of climate change on vulnerable communities .

WE ACT Statement on Port Ambrose Veto

The veto puts us another step away from the use of fossil fuels.

WE ACT Joins Fight Against Mold

The bill would create a new system of training and standards for elimination of mold.

Northern Manhattan Residents Demand Action on Climate Change

WE ACT Rally at Harlem State Office Comes Ahead of Critical Climate Talks in Paris

WE ACT Members Join Fight Against Tenant Harassment

Aggressive construction practices and long governmental delays lead to frustration

Environmental Justice Leaders Roll Out List of Demands during Capitol Hill Briefing for Clean Power Plan

The Clean Power Plan is the first ever rule to regulate emissions of carbon dioxide from power plants

WE ACT Helping to Create a Path to Employment for Northern Manhattan Residents

Harlem is filled with people ready to work, we need to provide the training and skills

WE ACT Statement on Clean Power Plan

We are hopeful that all states get on board on this historic day.

WE ACT and NYC Tenants to Rally in Albany to Demand Rent Reform

June 15th is the expiration date for state laws that limit rent increases

WE ACT and Partners Keep Pressure on Senate for Child Safe Products Act

Over 30 concerned parents and supporters traveled with WE ACT from Harlem, New York to the state's capitol.

WE ACT Statement on Controversial Housing Law 421A

Healthy and affordable housing is a key issue for the majority African-American and Latino residents of Northern Manhattan.

New Study Finds Air Toxins Reduce IQ in Harlem Kids

Over 200 children from Northern Manhattan were studied.

WE ACT and Moms Demand Action on Toxic Toy Bill

Event was a chance to show broad and united support for children’s health.

Clean Power Plan is Major Victory

EJ Advocates Land Major Victory as EPA agrees to Changes on Presidents Climate Plan

WE ACT Statement on Clean Power Plan in Federal Register

The action opens the door for legal challenges to begin.

WE ACT Executive Director Statement on Mayor’s OneNYC Plan

We applaud Mayor DeBlasio's efforts around climate change and justice

WE ACT’S Community Empowerment Program Graduates 20 Leaders

An opportunity for old and new members to share their ideas

WE ACT Statement on President Plan To Cut Methane Emissions

More enforcement needed at the local level reduce other sources of air toxins in our communities.

WE ACT Statement on Power Plan Coalition

States must engage in honest and open conversations with the communities that are most impacted.

WE ACT and Just Green Partnership Keep Pressure on Toxic Toys Bill

For Immediate Release January 14, 2015 NEW YORK, NY—After a late December report revealed toxic chemicals were discovered in a dozen popular children’s toys for sale in New York City, organizations in the JustGreen Partnership and their allies joined concerned

WE ACT Awarded Grant from Kresge Foundation

With this grant, WE ACT is launching major climate change planning

WE ACT Files Title VI Complaint Against MTA

Six of eight depots in Harlem and Washington Heights constitute racial discrimination