Environmental Racism Workshop

The workshop will explore the problem of environmental racism, analyzing it within the scope of pressing environmental and climate change issues.

The workshop brings cases of environmental racism closer to home by providing local examples and to give participants the tools to identify environmental injustices in their own homes, communities, and workplaces.

Participants will:

• Build a shared understanding of environmental racism and its root causes
• Explore local and Canadian examples connected to climate and environmental policy
• Gain practical tools to identify environmental injustices in homes, communities, and workplaces
• Strengthen advocacy, organizing, and service delivery through a more justice-centred lens
• Connect with others working across environmental, social justice, political, and community spaces

This workshop is open to:

• Community members
• Environmental, advocacy, and social justice organizations
• Political organizers and volunteers
• Faith-based groups
• Businesses and service providers
• Students & Campus Clubs
• Anyone interested in deepening their understanding and strengthening their impact

No prior expertise is required.

The workshop will be facilitated by Denise Hampden and Christopher Wilson (CBTU), who bring experience in environmental justice education, community organizing, and advocacy.

Hosted by Resistance & Resilience Guelph, a community network focused on strengthening local capacity, people-centred responses, and collective care in times of social, economic, and environmental strain caused by U.S. tariffs and rising fascism.

If you require online participation due to accessiblity needs, please email us at UlJHdWVscGggfCBnbWFpbCAhIGNvbQ==

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