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Anti-Racism Research & Resource Guide

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Hope And Skepticism As Biden Promises To Address Environmental Racism
Written by Rebecca Hersher | Boise State Public Radio | 2021
Five ways to make the outdoors more inclusive
Written by The Atlantic's Marketing Team | The Atlantic | 2020
Here’s how national parks are working to fight racism
Written by James Edward Mills | National Geographic | 2020
Black bird watchers draw attention to racial issues outdoors
Written by Terry Tang | AP News | 2020
Are pesticides racist?
Written by Eve Andrews | Grist | 2020
U.S. solar industry battles 'white privilege' image problem
Written by Nichola Groom | Reuters | 2015

How Native American Communities Are Addressing Climate Change | Science Friday | 34 min.
Professor Kyle Whyte, a tribal member of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, says that many of the species and food resources that are affected by climate change are also important cultural pieces, which are integral to the identity and cohesion of tribes." Explore the interactive map of Indigenous people’s resilience action plans by following the link above.
Making The Outdoors Great For Everyone | Science Friday | 34 min.
"To understand why the outdoors is an unwelcoming place for some people, we need to look back at our violent history." -From Science Friday
Black Lives Matter and the Climate | How to Save a Planet | 46 min.
Black Lives Matter is the largest movement in U.S. history, and it’s had environmental justice as part of its policy platform from the start. In today’s show, Alex and Ayana talk about why the fight for racial justice is critical to saving the planet, and what the broader climate movement can learn from the Black Lives Matter movement.

Environmental Justice | Peggy Shepard at TEDxHarlem | 8 min.

Environmental Justice Toolkit (American University)
"Sustainability is about more than energy efficiency or planting trees; it’s about making sure that all people today and in the future can thrive."
Racial Justice and Climate Change: A bibliography by Citizens’ Climate Lobby
A Google Doc bibliography of resources addressing racial justice and climate change created by Clara Fang.
Outdoor Afro
"Outdoor Afro has become the nation’s leading, cutting edge network that celebrates and inspires Black connections and leadership in nature. We help people take better care of themselves, our communities, and our planet!" --From About page.