On November 30, 2023, NJEJA hosted its third annual Waste Justice Assembly in Newark, NJ. Packed with insightful speakers and engaging workshops, the Assembly delved into the intricate connections between consumerism, goods movements, and waste infrastructure in New Jersey.
Bringing together Environmental Justice groups, organizers, community members, and allies, we focused on three main topics: Strategies to Reduce Food Waste, Reducing Plastic Pollution Without False Solutions, and Reflecting on Fast Fashion. Each panel session was followed by interactive breakout spaces featuring engaging activities like Composting Trivia, Food Preservation 101, and more.
A major highlight of this year’s Assembly was the keynote speech delivered by Maria Lopez-Nuñez, urging everyone to take action and bring about real change in our communities. Her inspiring words captivated the audience and encouraged us all to unite for environmental justice.
The success of the event was made possible by the generous support of our sponsors at Climate Justice Alliance, EarthJustice, and Surfrider Foundation. Special thanks to Jersey Left Productions for capturing the essence of the assembly through photos and video. For those who missed the event or want to relive the impactful moments, check out the archived recordings of the panels and keynote speech.
Photo/Video Credit: Jersey Left Productions
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