Meet Dorceta Taylor – Yale University, School of the Environment, Senior Associate Dean of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, Professor of Environmental Justice
Dorceta E. Taylor is an American environmental sociologist, author, and professor. She is currently a professor at the University of Michigan’s School of Environment and Sustainability. She is particularly known for her research on environmental justice and environmental racism. Her…
Christopher Bradshaw, Founder of Dreaming Out Loud, Inc. is Fostering Sustainability and Economic Development Within Marginalized Communities
“I am always restored by the soil; healed by it. So every time I get a chance to get my hands in the soil, I feel renewed and ready to keep going.” Christopher Bradshaw Christopher Bradshaw is a Black, justice-oriented,…
Meet Beverly Wright, Ph.D. – Environmental Justice Pioneer and Global Leader on Climate Issues
Beverly Wright, Ph.D. is a Professor Emeritus at Dillard University in New Orleans, Louisiana. She is a social justice advocate and expert in environmental justice and civil rights. She is an author and lecturer, and has received several awards for…
Meet Washington Wachira – Internationally Recognized Naturalist, Photographer, Conservationist
“Photography is one of the most effective mediums for inspiring people to care.” Washington Wachira Washington Wachira is a naturalist, a photographer, and one of East Africa’s top birders. He’s studying the urban ecology of the African crowned eagle with…
Lisa P. Jackson – Trailblazer and Protector of Our Environment
“Environmentalism isn’t a spectator sport. You actually have to stand up and demand that we be vigilant in protecting our air and water.” Lisa P. Jackson – Former Administrator of the US EPA, Current Vice President Environment, Policy and Social…
Aderonke Adegbule, Ph.D. is Conducting Vital Research to Protect Planet Earth
Aderonke, or Addie, Adegbule’s research is focused on understanding how per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) impacts groundwater. “Question anything that you don’t fully understand. Search for answers. Study to find out more.” Dr. Adegbule Learn more at: Meet EPA Researcher…
Cavin Ward-Caviness, Ph.D. and Computational Biologist
“There is this continual cycle between the universe, the environment, and us,” Dr. Calvin Ward-Caviness EPA computational biologist Cavin Ward-Caviness helps determine which populations are most susceptible to air pollution. His research focuses on understanding the…
Angelou Ezeilo is Connecting Underrepresented Youth to the Outdoors and to Careers in Conservation
Angelou Ezeilo is an American social entrepreneur and environmental activist. She is the founder of an international nonprofit, Greening Youth Foundation, that was created to engage underrepresented youth and young adults while connecting them to the outdoors and careers in…
Jason Swann, Land Conservation Professional, is Increasing Access, Reducing Barriers, and Creating Pathways to the Great Outdoors
Swann, a leader in conservation and access to the outdoors, will oversee the creation of new funding for city and state land conservation, parks, climate and equity initiatives in Colorado and other four-corner states. Learn more about his organization Rising Routes…
Mussie Beyene, Ph.D. Focuses on Wildfire Activity to Protect Our Water
“Unless we find a sustainable way of using our water resources, water security will be an issue among states and countries for a long time.” Mussie Beyene Learn more at: Meet EPA Researcher Mussie Beyene, Ph.D. | US EPA