environmental justice

Beauty Justice: Unequal Exposure and the Path Forward

December 16, 2024 | By X Braithwaite

Chemicals such as parabens, phthalates, and benzophenone are commonly used in these products as preservatives, color enhancers, and fragrance additives. The pervasive use of these harmful substances can raise serious concerns, particularly regarding their disproportionate impact on marginalized communities.

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Reflections from NJ's Warehouse & Port Pollution Town Hall!

December 3, 2024 | By Tolani Taylor

On Oct 30, Clean Water Action, in collaboration with some of our partners from Coalition of Healthy Ports and Environmental Defense Fund (EDF), held a virtual Town Hall focused on the recently introduced Warehouse and Port Pollution Reduction bill.

Demand Action Against Dark and Lovely on Toxic Ingredients!

Send a message to L’Oréal and Dark and Lovely today to demand action regarding their toxic ingredients!

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The Tea on Toxic Beauty: Disproportionate Impacts of Toxic Chemicals in Beauty Products on Women of Color

November 4, 2024 | By X Braithwaite

In a world where beauty standards often dictate self-worth, it’s time to shed light on the hidden dangers lurking in personal care products, particularly for women of color.

Transforming Lives: Advocating for Environmental Justice in NJ Prisons

November 4, 2024 | By X Braithwaite

In New Jersey, prison populations bear a unique burden from pollution, often lacking the agency to change their environments.

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Speak out against coal contamination in South Baltimore

October 3, 2024 | By Jennifer Kunze

Three years ago, the coal export terminal in the neighborhood of Curtis Bay in South Baltimore exploded, shattering windows and causing more damage throughout the community. Now, this coal expert terminal's Permit to Operate is up for renewal, and it's time to speak up! RSVP to attend a public hearing in Curtis Bay on Thursday, October 10 at 6PM.