Equity
Equity is essential to the holistic pursuit of sustainability. USU Sustainability keeps equity in mind with everything we do. Working with USU's division of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, we incorporate equity and diversity in our sustainability efforts.
Here are some terms you need to know:
Environmental Justice
The Environmental Justice movement is the movement demanding fair access to clean water, air, and land, to all people. It is response to Environmental Racism - the fact that communities of color and other marginalized communities have taken the brunt of pollution and the effects of the climate crisis.
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Intersectional Environmentalism
"Intersectional Environmentalism is an inclusive version of environmentalism that advocates for both the protection of people and the planet. It identifies the ways in which injustices happening to marginalized communities and the earth are interconnected. It brings injustices done to the most vulnerable communities, and the earth, to the forefront and does not minimize or silence social inequality. Intersectional environmentalism advocates for justice for people and the planet" - Leah Thomas, Climate Activist
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