Environmental equity is "poison people equally"
Environemental justice is "stop poisoning people period"
I really enjoyed the past class topic where we were so conveniently talking about Environmental justice. I found myself really inspired and like I could really do it, meaning my research project which happens to be exploring the knowledge and literacy of pastors concerning environmental justice issues. Secretly I have been contemplating completing tackling this issue because I was plainly just scared of exposing the truth of this issue in the community in which I reside which I feared would bring backlash; however I realize that I can do it and if not me then who because I know first hand the environmental concerns of my area in regards to environmental justice and plainly put some of the things happening in Gary are really environmental injustice. I have accepted my assignment so lets proceed. I was really impressed by Majora and the work in which she is doing and has yet to do concerning this issue. I think something she pointed out in which I always say is that in order to really combat this issue it requires us to come on one accord (yeah I use that phrase alot) realizing that we generally are striving for the same things. I am adopting her as my mentor whether she knows it or not.
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Yes! I, too, really enjoyed listening to Majora and Jerome speak passionately about EJ. When I hear of others taking a stand for something they believe strongly in, it makes me reevaluate my motives and the things that are important and what I should be striving for. If not for us, then who is going to shift the tide? Amen, LaToyia!!! :)
I think that environmental justice really is to get rid of hurting people in general, as well as recognizing our adverse impact on the environment. So many people, myself included have either just learned about the topic or don't know much about it. I think it is a mission that we must accomplice, and your project is a way to get the word out there! I can't wait to read the finished product!
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