The quality of schools, water systems, levee systems, and even the air itself varies by neighborhood. And a large and robust […]
Posts Tagged ‘economic justice’
Refugees, Displaced People Surpass 60 Million For First Time, UNHCR Say
The level of forced displacement worldwide is “unprecedented since the founding of the UN itself,” High Commissioner Filippo Grandi said […]
Retailers Like H&M and Walmart Fall Short of Pledges to Overseas Workers
“After more than 1,100 deaths exposed dangerous labor conditions in Bangladesh in 2013, brands like H&M, Walmart and […]
The Negative effects of Chicago Demolitions
Should Chicago Be Celebrating Demolitions?
Since 2008, the city tore down more than 3,100 buildings — the equivalent, on average, of […]
Englewood to Flint mission to provide supplies is rousing success
“Englewood is plagued with many challenges, such as crime, poverty and joblessness, but although we face these issues, we are […]
“They tried to bury us, but they didn’t know we were seeds.”
Daron Babcock moved into the neighborhood to address the issues of the food desert. He built a garden, and invited […]
Brown: City promises housing for homeless living in tent camps
“Patterned after a “housing first” model that has shown promise in other cities, Mayor Rahm Emanuel’s administration is aiming to […]
Earth Day Special: History of Environmental Justice
Learn more about the History of the Environmental Justice movement in America to celebrate Earth day!
I Grow Chicago Adds Environmental Justice Program
Nonprofit I Grow Chicago’s mission is to provide a safe, inter-generational haven for children and at-risk community members. Through sustainable […]
A soup kitchen disguised as a restaurant is making a big difference in Kansas City.
The restaurant-style Kansas City Community Kitchen is a completely new way to feed those in need.