What to Watch: Celebrate Black History Month with these films, books, albums and podcasts
Black History Month is ending this week, but that doesn’t mean we should stop supporting Black creators or leave off educating ourselves about being Black in America. These films, books, …
Food for Thought: 3 things to know about why climate change is a racial justice issue
The climate crisis is intensifying worldwide and the United Nations urges countries to invest in the communities most impacted. Credit: David Goldman, AP By Amy Durr, Alliance Communications Coordinator Thanks …
Sustainability Tip: Frank talk about fast fashion and your clothing choices by Cora Harrington
We were blown away by the frank, to-the-point tweet thread by Cora Harrington about avoiding fast fashion and being responsible about our clothing choices. “The response to the fast fashion …
Inspiration: 8 of the most influential civil rights leaders of today
Top: Bryan Stevenson, Laverne Fox, Patrisse Cullors, Chad Griffin Bottom: Alicia Garza, Melanie Campbell, Nihad Awad, Ayọ Tometi By Gillian Ramirez, Alliance Intern from UC San Diego The Alliance is …
Inspiration: Van Jones and James Rucker create Color of Change and systemic shifts
James Rucker, co-founder of colorofchange.org, speaks to the media about net neutrality issues during the protest at Google. Credit: Michelle Le By Gillian Ramirez, Alliance Intern from UC San Diego …
Exposed! Shell’s greenwashing and Big Oil’s shell game calling natural gas “renewable” amidst record profits
Extinction Rebellion climate campaigners draw attention to fossil fuel industry greenwashing during a protest in London, UK. Credit: Mike Kemp/In Pictures, Getty Images By Terry Gips, Alliance President Houston, I …
Food for Thought: Inclusive language — too far or not far enough?
By Amy Durr, Alliance Communications Coordinator Whether progressive or conservative, Republican or Democrat, people are challenged, confused and frustrated about how to speak respectfully yet honestly these days. In fact, …