Resource Library
Environmental Justice Resource for Land Trusts
Environmental justice ensures conservation resources benefit historically underserved communities that face disproportionate climate impacts. These resources guide land trusts in prioritizing conservation efforts to reduce air pollution, mitigate heat waves, and strengthen climate resilience in vulnerable areas. Explore practical toolkits, expert insights, and collaboration strategies designed to integrate equity into your conservation mission, addressing historic injustices and creating healthier, more resilient communities.
- 8 Ways Environmental Groups Can Support the Movement for Environmental Justice – Morgan Pennington, WE ACT
- Incorporating justice, equity, and access priorities into land trusts’ conservation efforts – Caroline M. Beckman, Mele Wheaton, Nik Sawe, Nicole M. Ardoin; Biological Conservation, Volume 279 (March 2023)
- How to Collaborate for Environmental Justice – Katharine Morris, TedxUConn
- The Land Loss, Reparations & Housing Policy Conference Materials – Harvard Law; Boston College Law School (March 2023)
- Prioritizing Environmental Justice in Climate Conservation – Ronda Chapman, Trust for Public Land (February 2023)
- Resources and Actions – compiled by New England Landscape Futures with suggestions and action items from Doris Johnson, Outreach & Education Coordinator for CT DEEP’s Environmental Justice Program and CLCC Board Member
- Young Farmers Racial Equity Toolkit – National Young Farmers Coalition