Resources and Reports
WE ACT frequently receives research and media requests for historical publications. Through our resources and reports page, you will find nearly 30 years of publications WE ACT has either authored, partnered in publishing, or been featured in.
If you cannot find what you are looking for, please contact info@weact.org.
Community Conversation on Climate Change and Its Impacts on Public Health in Inwood
Climate change can have serious impacts on the health of communities of color and low income, such as here in Inwood: • Climate change is causing more heat waves, which can lead to dehydration and hospitalizations. • More intense storms
Community Gardening Volunteer Day
RAIN DATE ENACTED: Now on Sunday, Nov. 4th from 2-5 PM! Come out and enjoy the fall weather while promoting climate justice and supporting the revitalization of two community gardens in Hamilton Heights. Community gardens contribute to social resilience, air quality,
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
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,
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
Cosmetics & Personal Care Products Community Briefing
Do You Know What Is In Your Cosmetics, Hair Care, & Other Personal Care Products? Personal care products are largely unregulated and many of the items you use every day contain toxic chemicals. Everyone is at risk, but women
Coverage of WE ACT’s Urban Heat Projects Featured in Grist – August 13, 2019
On August 13, 2019, WE ACT’s Harlem Heat Project, Cooling Center Audit initiative, and Aditi Varshneya were featured in a Grist article on what New York City is doing to address heat and its impacts on the public. Read the
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,
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
Crain’s Acknowledges the East 125th Street Community Visioning Action Plan – June 12, 2019
In a June 12th, 2019 article largely celebrating the new development along the East 125th Street corridor as a result of the planned Second Avenue Subway extension and the 2017 rezoning in the area, Crain’s New York Business did acknowledge
