July is Climate Justice and Environmental Justice July!

From the placement of landfills to the impacts of extreme weather events, it is apparent that climate change and other environmental issues disproportionately and unjustly affect communities of color and low-income neighborhoods, worsening existing health disparities and overall wellness and wealth-building. We challenge our sustainability network to educate ourselves on the importance of climate justice and environmental justice and how we can all further these movements.

Seeds of Resilience Screening

Season two of Seeds of Resilience, a series of short documentaries that highlight the experience of Atlanta's Black agrarians. This season will cover new stories of growers who examine socio-historical impacts on urban agriculture, exchange generational wisdom, and offer a deeper understanding of the investments they make into building healthier communities. Join Food Well Alliance and WABE at the premiere … Continue Reading →

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Medical Students for Climate Action (MSCA) Climate Advocacy Workshops

MSCA is hosting a series of real-time advocacy workshops via Zoom and in-person this week for all students interested in climate advocacy in Georgia.  Reach out to them for more information or to join these sessions about achieving cleaner and healthier energy for Georgia! Remember: Your Voice Matters! Event locations and time are listed below: Thursday, May 19, 7-7:30pm on Zoom Sunday, May … Continue Reading →

Bike to Work Day

May is National Bike Month, a chance to showcase the many benefits of bicycling, including its positive effects on physical, mental, and environmental health! To celebrate, #BikeThere! Bike to Work Day is Friday, May 20th. Consider commuting to work by bike or arranging a ride for exercise, if you are able. Take some time to ride for fun, fitness, … Continue Reading →

GA Primaries

The polls for the 2022 Georgia Primaries are now open! They will remain open from 7 am to 7pm. Make a plan and vote! Before going to the polls, visit Georgia's My VoterPage. Use the site to verify your registration status, learn about ID requirements, view sample ballots, and verify your Election Day precinct.

Moving Atlanta Forward: 2022 Infrastructure Ballot Measures

On your May election ballots, City of Atlanta residents have the opportunity to vote on three infrastructure measures that include two bonds and the renewal of a special sales tax. These together will allow for $750 million towards transportation, recreation, public safety, and city arts projects.  The official vote is planned for May 24th, and early voting continues … Continue Reading →

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Educational Gardens Workday: WoodPEC Garden

WoodPEC Garden

Come volunteer in the gardens! No tools are required. Come dressed for garden work. All open workdays are 1 hour long. For more information, contact Erik Edwards at gardens@emory.edu.

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Educational Gardens Workday: Depot Garden

Kaldi's Depot 1 Eagle Row, Atlanta, GA, United States

Come volunteer in the gardens! No tools are required. Come dressed for garden work. All open workdays are 1 hour long. For more information, contact Erik Edwards at gardens@emory.edu.

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Educational Gardens Workday: Cox Bridge Garden

Cox Hall Bridge 569 Asbury Circle, Atlanta, Atlanta

Come volunteer in the gardens! No tools are required. Come dressed for garden work. All open workdays are 1 hour long. For more information, contact Erik Edwards at gardens@emory.edu.

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Educational Gardens Workday: Theology Garden

Candler School of Theology 1531 Dickey Dr, Atlanta, GA, United States

Come volunteer in the gardens! No tools are required. Come dressed for garden work. All open workdays are 1 hour long. For more information, contact Erik Edwards at gardens@emory.edu.