#SWEANews | #SWEA | #SouthWardEA | #SouthWardEnvironmentalAlliance | |
Message from
Our Founder & Executive Director
|
Welcome June!
Greetings South Ward Family,
As we prepare for the summer and focus on time with our families, remember to be safe, hydrate and stay cool. The summer hours for the SWEA office will be Monday -Thursday, 9am -5pm for the months of July and August. Also, the SWEA newsletter will resume in September.
I appreciate all the support of our community and wish you and my staff an enjoyable summer of relaxation and fun. We will see you at a block party, recreation center, health fair or just walking in the neighborhood.
Peace and Blessings,
Kim Gaddy, Executive Director
| |
MATCH and TCTAC Region 3 Meet & Greet | |
On May 4th and 5th, SWEA staff members Kim Gaddy and Asada Rashidi traveled to the National Wildlife Federation Headquarters in Reston, VA, to participate in two significant events: the Mid-Atlantic Climate Action Hub (MATCH) meet and greet and the US EPA Region III Thriving Communities and Technical Assistance Center (TCTAC) orientation. Hosted by the University of Maryland's Center for Community Engagement, Environmental Justice, and Health (CEEJH), these engagements brought together key stakeholders and the attendees had the opportunity to meet the MATCH and TCTAC teams, as well as other MATCH mini-grant awardees in their state and across the Mid-Atlantic region.
During the event, participants went through a comprehensive TCTAC orientation, which covered the program's purpose, the structure of Region III TCTAC, available resources and tools, and the calendar of future events and activities. They also completed an organizational needs assessment and received hands-on coaching and consultation from the TCTAC team. This provided a valuable platform to discuss future opportunities for technical assistance and capacity-building support from TCTAC and MATCH partners.
As one of the MATCH community hubs, South Ward Environmental Alliance (SWEA) took this chance to connect with mini-grant awardees from New Jersey, including Camden for Clean Air, Essex and Union County Marching Cougars, and Parents Engaging Parents. A key discussion point was how these groups, part of TCTAC Region 2, could access the resources provided by Region 2. Conversations also delved into the participants' journeys into the environmental justice realm and the critical importance of collective involvement. It was a productive weekend, and SWEA looks forward to continued dialogue and collaboration with the MATCH Hubs and New Jersey's MATCH mini-grant awardees.
| |
Rutgers Climate Symposium | |
On May 7th, Miles Disciullo, SWEA Policy Analyst attended the Rutgers Climate Symposium to hear three experts speak on the broad and narrow challenges associated with climate change and sustainability. How can we center working people in solutions addressing the challenges of climate change? How can we govern sustainably without hurting the most marginalized. These were two of the questions that drove the focus of Rutgers - New Brunswick’s Sustainability Governance Symposium.
Dr. Jennifer Clapp, professor and research chair in global food security and sustainability at the University of Waterloo, spoke on the inequality within global food systems. Global food systems produce, process, transport, and market the food we eat. In recent years, you may have noticed prices rising sharply, or shelves in stores being empty. Dr. Clapp believes market concentration is to blame. In developed nations like our own, majorities of food sectors, farming, and land ownership are often controlled by a few corporations. Controlling farming processes, the land used, the processing, and distribution of food allows corporations to maximize profits, control supply, and gouge prices for consumers - me and you. Dr. Clapp mentioned that our food systems have the ability to mass produce without the ability or desire to distribute evenly. This is a major issue in food systems, as well as our overall economic system. United Nations councils on food have attempted to combat the issue of food justice. However, they have brought in large food corporations as stakeholders. The financial status of these producers has allowed them more influence over governing processes. When involved in conversations, their concerns are their own interests and profit margins, not the availability and affordability of food.
This principle can carry over into other discussions of policy and governing. When we discuss reducing air pollution, are the opinions and desires of polluters meant to be equal with the desires of their victims? Not all parties in a conflict are meant to be
Dr. Meredith Gore is a professor in the department of geographical sciences at the University of Maryland. She spoke on the governance of wildlife and the criminology associated with conservation. Poverty and the conditions of the global south are arguably the root cause of human behaviors that lead to a loss of biodiversity. In these nations, poaching serves as a form of income, and is often the highest paying employment offered. The motives for conservation are often moral, but morality can differ among populations, among individuals. A person in government can see the need to protect species of rhinoceros and elephants due to their decreasing populations. However, someone in poverty can see the price fetched for horns and ivory as the only way to care for their families. Who are we to say who is right and who is wrong? Dr. Gore believes that environmental factors can facilitate, promote, or provoke criminal events. If we are to stop actions like poaching should we combat poachers themselves, or the causes of conditions that give rise to poaching?
While governance around here may not focus on poaching and wildlife, it still does focus on individual actions. Taking from Dr. Gore’s work, we must ensure that environmental and economic policies are aimed towards the causes of issues, not the forced actions of individuals.
Dr. Ratana Chuenpagdee is geography professor at Memorial University of Newfoundland. She spoke on the conditions of small fisheries in the global economy. Fishing is a global industry, practiced by many with varying methods in varying climates. UN, EU, and national legislation has attempted to regulate fishing, but has unfortunately cast a wide net onto a diverse industry. Dr. R warned against the dangers of regulating industries without a deep knowledge of them. She calls this unbalanced knowledge. There is also a priority imbalance, a research imbalance, and a decision imbalance. What is seen by many as a large corporate practice, is also a cultural practice, an escape from poverty, and a sustainable form of subsistence living. While attempting to regulate unsustainable corporate practices, governing bodies have hurt the most marginalized.
A lesson we can take from the symposium, is that policy should center those most marginalized, and we should ensure that regulation and legislation does not worsen the issues we wish to combat.
| |
The Red Hook Initiative Tour, sponsored by theUS EPA, offered an in-depth exploration of Red Hook Brooklyn, highlighting its industrial infrastructure and vibrant community. The tour began with a visit to the Red Hook Initiative Organization, which addresses ethnic inequities within the Red Hook Housing community and prioritizes youth and residents' needs first.
Participants then explored one of the neighborhood's economic backbones, visiting three key warehouse facilities: two expansive Amazon warehouses, each over 300,000 square feet, and an IKEA warehouse. These facilities symbolize growth and employment opportunities but also bring challenges, such as constant movement and emissions from Amazon fast hoppers and drayage trucks on narrow cobblestone streets within Red Hook's community.
In contrast, Columbia Street Farms showcases urban agriculture's role in sustainability and food justice, providing free produce to public housing residents who also care for the farm. The tour also highlighted the Brooklyn Cruise Terminal's innovative shore power technology, underscoring Red Hook's commitment to environmental responsibility.
The Red Hook Container Terminal, despite its smaller size, is vital to the local economy with significant exports and imports, particularly to and from Africa and nearby Caribbean islands. The Custom's Warehouse segment discussed trade regulation challenges, including air quality control and counterfeit prevention. Sustainability efforts are evident with gensets and electric cranes on the pier, enhancing efficiency and reducing the environmental health impacts. The terminal employs approximately 65-70 workers daily, with increased staffing during vessel docking. Efforts to maintain environmental cleanliness are evident through daily sweeping to prevent soot from entering waterways.
The tour's next stop was Sunset Park, exploring its industrial landscape, including the Wind Facility and Municipal Recycling Plant. This facility is the main sorting and separation center for New York City's residential curbside metal, glass, and plastic recyclables, and is powered by wind energy. This was built to optimize environmental performance.
Finally, participants visited the freight locomotive at the 51st and 65th St. railyard, showcasing the interconnectedness of the region's transportation infrastructure owned by the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey.
| | |
SWEA Senior Advisory Board Convening | |
The Senior Citizen Advisory Board held their 2nd quarterly meeting of the year on Friday, May 10, 2024. In the spirit of celebrating Mother’s Day, board members were treated to an elegantly catered Afternoon Tea Party being served on beautiful vintage dishware with an array of finger sandwiches, desserts and fruit. The SWEA staff was in attendance to support the board and provide a report on special projects that the SWEA team have been working on in the community. With the increasing need to utilize modern technology, the staff also dedicated time to instruct board members on how to properly access their emails, schedule events by utilizing the Google calendar, and participate in zoom meetings by using their iphones and android equipment.
Members of the advisory board worked on developing a calendar of events for seniors to participate in social activities to engage their community in the environmental justice arena.
Kim Gaddy, Founder and Executive of SWEA, thanked the board for their support of a very successful 3rd Annual Environmental Summit that was held recently and informed them of future green job training programs for South Ward residents. She also reviewed the Strategic Plan for the organization and solicited the board’s continued support.
| |
On Tuesday May 14, SWEA’s Policy Analyst, Miles Disciullo, attended NJEJA’s webinar on protecting our communities and engaging in the EPA’s comment period. A new EPA rule recently provided standards for air, water, land, and greenhouse gas pollutants from power plants. The rules are expected to cut 1.38 Billion metric tons of carbon through 2047. This will yield $370 Billion in climate and public health benefits. However, the current rule allows for carbon sequestration and storage as a way for power plants to curb their emissions. This is a dangerous and unproved method that would increase burdens on EJ communities like the South Ward. A coalition of organizations is demanding that the EPA prevents this technology from being used and utilize mandatory emissions reduction or cumulative impacts frameworks in their decision making.
Mandatory emissions reductions states that climate mitigation should be used to address disproportionate pollutant loads in EJ communities. Cumulative impacts frameworks address multiple pollutants from multiple sources impacting one area. It sees the total pollution that communities face from their own perspective rather than setting a limit of emissions that multiple polluters can comply with, but still burden a neighborhood. Mandatory Emissions Reductions and Cumulative Impacts frameworks would both not allow for carbon capture to occur. Currently, carbon capture would occur in EJ communities like the South Ward. Storage sites would be in EJ communities. Carbon capture also does not deter emissions from occurring within EJ communities. It is untested and unreliable, and can lead to leakages that cause drastic impacts to air quality. The EPA is offering a public comment period on this new rule. Community involvement allows for our own input on the “selection of remedy.” This is an opportunity to alert the EPA on how communities should be protected.
| |
From May 28 - 31, SWEA’s Policy Analyst, Miles Disciullo had the privilege of traveling with the Moving Forward Network to Chicago. This trip was organized to influence the EPA to enact regulation on rail/locomotive emissions, increase dialogue about rail emissions among the EPA and community members, and to talk about solutions to the emissions that have plagued communities for years.
A highlight of this trip was the tour of the Norfolk Southern Landers Yard. We were shown locomotives, equipment, and given an overview of day to day operations. Norfolk Southern’s yard is a stone's throw away from a residential neighborhood and a high school. The emissions affect the homes and the school, and truck congestion can cause delays in attending school and leaving home. Miles had the opportunity to speak with employees of Norfolk Southern, and asked them how they would feel about electric equipment. Many of the employees, especially those that worked on heavy equipment, responded positively to it. Newer equipment is more efficient, safer to use, and can make their own jobs easier. These yards also expose workers to hazardous emissions that can cause lung, heart, and eye complications. Environmental Justice affirms the right of all workers to a safe and healthy work environment, and electric equipment would be a major step in delivering this.
Little Village Environmental Justice Organization (LVEJO) hosted a community event for the people of Chicago and nearby cities. Panelists from across the country spoke on their experiences organizing, fostering community attentiveness, consolidating community power, and uplifting the voices of those affected. EPA administrators and Congressman Chuy Garcia were present at the meeting, hearing the experiences of community members, as well as the technical advice from panelists. Bringing communities to the table, educating them on the systems that exist, and matching their experience with technical expertise is a key component in giving everyone the healthy neighborhood they deserve.
For Miles, the ultimate take away was the people. This trip had people from California, Georgia, Florida, Kansas City, Philadelphia, Washington state, Washington D.C., and beyond. Everyone came together asking the common question: How can we deliver better, healthier lives to our communities and neighborhoods? The issues plaguing Chicago are not unique: they face our own community and the communities of those that attended this trip. I’ve said before that the problems we face are human made. It was uplifting to see so many people in search of human made solutions that fix these issues. This Chicago trip was a grand circulation of ideas, dialogue, and experiences. I can’t wait to see what comes of it.
| |
On May 29, 2024, the following organizations SWEA, Weequahic Park Sports Authority, Clinton Hill Community Action, Dayton DCAP, Jackie Robinson Pop Warner Football and Cheerleading and the South Ward Improvement District partnered with The City of Newark’s Green Stormwater Infrastructure Program to host the first Rain Ready Newark community meeting in the South Ward. At this event, they introduced a plan to implement green infrastructure in the area. The event took place in the community room at the Genesis Building on Clinton Avenue and was well-received with 50 community leaders.
DKT Sustainable Consulting led the community outreach and Nicole Miller, MnM Consulting presented a detailed overview of the importance of prioritizing stormwater management and minimizing wastewater overflow in the community. Attendees were invited to provide feedback on the green infrastructure projects planned for the Clinton Hill, Dayton Street, and Weequahic neighborhoods. Additionally, SWEA's GALA coordinator shared information about the Green Alliance Leadership Academy and discussed how the new green infrastructure will create opportunities for economic growth in the South Ward.
This event was a success, with attendees engaging in productive discussions and gaining valuable insights into the plans for their community.
| |
National League of Cities (NLC) Good Jobs, Great Cities | |
On Thursday, May 30, South Ward Environmental Alliance participated in the City of Newark’s hosted visit for the National League of Cities (NLC) and U.S. Department of Labor (USDOL). Kim Gaddy, Executive Director of SWEA, had the opportunity to present SWEA’s history and the important work it is doing in the South Ward. Ms. Gaddy, showcased efforts to decrease air pollution by monitoring air quality at key locations in the South Ward. Historically, the South Ward has been an environmentally over-burdened community and SWEA is working tirelessly to repair the harms that have been done. Ms. Gaddy also highlighted the policy efforts that SWEA is engaged with. SWEA is currently fighting for initiatives that include zero emissions freight transportation by 2035, stronger EPA standards and alternative truck routes.
SWEA also had the opportunity to present its job training program: Passport to a Green Jobs and Careers - a collaboration with Clinton Hill Community Action (CHCA), Parents Engaging Parents (PEP), Newark Workforce Development Board and RNM Associates. SWEA presented its signature job training program GALA (Green Alliance Leadership Academy.) Audience members from US DOL were pleased to hear that GALA Biz, where 30 businesses are going to be readied for the green economy were working in parallel with training fellows for the green economy. Providing clear pathways to job attainment was clearly a priority for all.
Finally, SWEA participated in the job exploration fair that followed the informational session. Many potential candidates for the Passport to Green Jobs and Careers training program lined up to understand the opportunity and learn about how they can get connected to SWEA’s program.
For more information about the GALA Green Jobs Training Program, including how to apply, please contact us at SWEA GALA:
 https://forms.gle/wxxRh3chS1d2WFpn9
| |
Environmental Advocates Tour Port of Bayonne:
Port Liberty
| |
On May 30th the South Ward Environmental Alliance (SWEA) and the Coalition for Healthy Ports (CHPs) had the opportunity to tour the Port of Bayonne, hosted by the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey (PANYNJ). This insightful visit provided a glimpse into the port's rich history, its transformation, and ongoing sustainability efforts.
The tour began at the picturesque Port Jersey waterfront, a thriving community of condos and stores. As the group passed the former Military Ocean Terminal, now known as the Peninsula at Bayonne Harbor, they learned about its storied past. This location has served the motion picture industry as a filming site for major projects and has been revitalized to host a Royal Caribbean cruise port, offering unforgettable journeys from the doorstep of the Statue of Liberty.
Continuing along the tour, abandoned warehouses lined the pathway, some repurposed by PANYNJ for storage. These relics of the past stand in contrast to the modern developments within the port. A notable stop was the Harbour View 9/11 Memorial Park, which features a monument displaying a teardrop donated by Russia, honoring Bayonne residents who lost their lives in the 9/11 attacks.
The Bayonne Drydock, a full-service shipyard with the largest drydock in the Northeast, showcased its capabilities in repairing a range of vessels, from tugboats to large ocean-going ships. The tour also highlighted the upcoming completion of a significant intermodal project at PANYNJ. This project, set to be finished by the end of the year, promises faster rail service to the Midwest and other markets, aligning with the port's goals to increase container movement via rail and reduce congestion at Port Newark/Elizabeth.
Port Liberty Container Terminal stands out for its dedication to sustainability, under the CMA CGM Group's approach of "Acting for People, Planet, and Fair Trade." This commitment includes protecting the environment, ensuring a safe and equitable workplace, and integrating automation to enhance sustainability. The terminal is actively seeking solutions to mitigate noise, greenhouse gas emissions, and air pollutants, reinforcing its role as a responsible corporate citizen.
The tour underscored the port's efforts to balance economic growth with environmental stewardship. By focusing on sustainable practices and innovative solutions, Port Liberty Container Terminal and the broader PANYNJ are paving the way for a greener future.
The collaboration between South Ward Environmental Alliance and the Coalition for Healthy Ports continues to highlight the importance of environmental advocacy and community engagement in fostering sustainable development. This tour not only showcased the port's achievements but also reinforced the vital role of collective efforts in achieving a healthier environment for all.
| |
Clinton Hill Community Action: Senior's in Action Senior's Day Out Cook Out | |
The seniors from the South Ward came out to celebrate the beginning of the summer season on Saturday, June 1, 2023 to enjoy the Seniors in Action’s Senior Cookout sponsored by Clinton Hill Community Action.This successful event was attended by over 100 seniors. They enjoyed the delicious hot dogs, hamburgers and corn on the cob that were prepared by the master grilling team that day. There were other supportive agencies that were present to provide information and services for seniors that participate at this event. This beautiful summer day allowed seniors to gather to socialize and celebrate. There was entertainment, dance music and poetry.The oldest senior present at the cookout was also recognized. It was a great day to be a part of the south ward senior community. Clinton Hill Community Action did a heroic effort in bringing out the seniors and bringing joy to their lives.
| |
Emanuel Baptist Church Sponsors
Community Health Fair
| |
Emanuel Baptist Church hosted a community health fair on Saturday, June 1, 2025. There were health screening available to the community. Everything from mental health to food and nutrition was available for the community. SWEA supported this event by special invitation from Mary Darden who is on the Senior Citizen Advisory Board along with Marva Hoops.The impact of pollution and climate change has a direct correlation to the health and wellness to the community. We must continue to advocate for clean air, clean water and sustainable communities in order to protect ourselves from the risks of pollutants. | |
Emergency Preparedness Continues
their Pop-Ups in Newark
| |
| | The Newark Office of Sustainability in partnership with Solar One have been hosting a pop- up emergency preparedness series for each ward in the City of Newark to educate the community on maintaining electrical power through the creation of a community solar charging system in the event of an outage of power in the event of an environmental catastrophe. The North Ward held their demonstration on Saturday, June 1, 2024 at the Jannah, a community garden. SWEA, a community partner along with other city and community organizations and law enforcement teams were there to support the North Ward community to support the importance of climate change awareness and to support the students who were responsible for building the solar charger for each ward of the City.. The final demonstration will return to the South Ward on Saturday, June 15, 2024 at the Hope Village. All are invited to attend these sessions and to enjoy, not only the live demonstrations, but house music by DJ Dana and to feast on delicious locally-sustained food for lunch.
| |
New Staff Highlight:
Patricia Canning
| |
Patricia Canning joined the SWEA team in March 2024. Patricia joins SWEA as a seasoned project manager for the Passport to Green Jobs Training program featuring GALA (Green Alliance Leadership Academy.) She brings with her over 15 years of experience in climate and sustainability and most recently tenured at Deloitte, a leading professional services firm, where she helped establish its sustainability and climate practice.
As a trained industrial engineer, Patricia is known for crafting innovative solutions that seamlessly integrate people, processes, and technology. Operating at the intersection of equity and climate sustainability, Patricia seeks to work with organizations to leverage their resources for socially impactful outcomes.
Patricia is a community organizer and activist. She has garnered numerous awards for her community-led efforts in the South Orange/Maplewood community. Initiatives like the SoNotPlastic environmental campaign — aimed at eradicating single-use plastics — and the MLK Luminary Project — dedicated to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s birthday and promoting racial equity — showcase Patricia's commitment to driving positive change.
A graduate of Lehigh University, with degrees in engineering and international relations, Patricia further honed her skills at the Simon Business School at the University of Rochester. Outside her professional pursuits, Patricia and her husband embody a shared passion for health and wellness, and Patricia regularly participates in Half-Ironman triathlons. Together, they are the proud parents of two daughters.
| |
Youth Council Member Spotlight | |
Congratulations to our SWEA Youth Advisory Council Member, KC Campbell, First Place victory in the UA18 Division, KC advanced from the seventh seed and averaged 226 during bracket play to claim his first place victory! South Ward Proud! | |
Providing Job Training Opportunities for South Ward Residents | |
SWEA (South Ward Environmental Alliance), PEP (Parents Engaging Parents), CHCA (Clinton Hill Community Action) and NWDB (Newark Workforce Development Board) are collaborating to launch the Passport to Green Jobs and Careers Training Program, an initiative aimed at providing residents of the South Ward with the skills and opportunities to thrive in the emerging green economy. This project is made possible through generous funding provided by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJ DEP).
The centerpiece of the 16-week Passport to Green Jobs and Careers Training Program is GALA, which stands for Green Alliance Leadership Academy. GALA is a comprehensive 4-week training program designed to equip participants with the necessary knowledge and expertise to pursue careers in environmentally sustainable industries. Through a combination of hands-on training, workshops, and support services, GALA aims to empower individuals with the credential-bearing tools they need to succeed in the green economy.
During the four weeks of GALA training, CHCA will provide wrap-around support services, including childcare assistance, to ensure that all participants have the resources they need to fully engage in the program. As an added incentive, all participants who successfully complete the four-week GALA training will receive a stipend of $500 as recognition for their dedication and effort. Finally, PEP will provide ongoing coaching and mentoring during the 16 weeks of the program to support participants throughout their journey.
This program uses a low barrier model to attain job training. It is open to South Ward residents ages 17 and over, with no prior experience required. There are 120 limited spots and everyone is encouraged to apply, especially women with children and young people who are seeking pathways to quality, high paying green jobs.
For more information about the Passport to Green Jobs and Careers Training Program and GALA, including how to apply, please contact us at:
SWEA GALA https://forms.gle/dgJduUmCKA88ezR37
| |
Empowering South Ward Small Businesses: Introducing the GALA SMALL BUSINESS Development Program
Are you interested in building a Green Business? The time is ripe for small businesses in the South Ward to embark on this journey towards sustainability and profitability. South Ward Environmental Alliance (SWEA), in partnership with RMNeilson & Associates Inc (RMNA) and Humor Leadership Consulting LLC (HLC), is proud to announce the launch of a pioneering entrepreneurship development program tailored specifically for businesses in our area.
This initiative aims to equip local businesses with the tools, knowledge, and support necessary to thrive in the burgeoning green energy sector. In collaboration with industry experts, the program offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to empower participants to pivot towards the fast-growing green economy.
Don’t Count Yourself Out!
Small businesses often feel daunted by the prospect of transitioning to formal bid and contract procurement opportunities in the “Green Sector” not knowing where they fit in, or how to connect to the buyers. Large scale projects buy goods and services extensively in their vast supply chain from flowers, food services, to security, safety and health care training and certification services. They compete using requests for proposals and other contract vehicles for engineering, graphic design, testing services, printing and paper goods, proprietary electronic system sales and repairs, and maintenance to the installation of heating and cooling systems and much more. No matter the size or nature of your business, this opportunity is open to all. With tailored training and coaching, even the smallest enterprises can make significant strides towards doing business in this sector.
What Does the GALA Program Offer?
The curriculum of the Green Energy Entrepreneurship Development Program covers a wide array of essential topics for small business development with a focus on developing strategies for securing contracts and partnerships:
- Offshore Wind: Understanding the potential and future opportunities in this rapidly expanding sector.
- Green Energy Supply Chain Overview: Navigating the supply chain dynamics and identifying opportunities for integration.
How to Get Involved
If you're ready to embrace the green sector and position your business for long-term success, now is the time to act. Applications for the Green Energy Entrepreneurship Development Program are now open to all small businesses in South Ward. Don't miss out on this opportunity to transform your business and contribute to a cleaner, greener future.
To express your interest, please email galabusiness@southwardea.com today.
Together, let's pave the way towards a sustainable future for South Ward small businesses and communities.
| |
| |
-
Sonny William Gaddy Jr. Book Scholarship Application! Last Day is June 15th!
-
Scholarship Form: https://forms.gle/PC4EXPneb5BXGnb68
- Green Alliance Leadership Academy Program
- Harmonizing Health:The Transformative Power of Arts in Maternal Well-Being
- Jun 18 @ 12 – 1PM, Free on Zoom
- Don’t miss this illuminating conversation on how creative engagement fosters resilience, self-expression and emotional healing during the journey of motherhood. The discussion is moderated by Tammy Murphy, First Lady of New Jersey.
-
Register Here: Harmonizing Health: The Transformative Power of Arts in Maternal Well-being - NJPAC
- Annual South Ward Juneteenth Festival
- Saturday June 15, 2024 on Bergen St between Lyons Ave and Nye Ave
- Emergency Preparedness Pop-Up Series
- Saturday June 15, 2024 at Hope Village
- EAGLE TCTAC’s Grantsmanship: How to Apply for Federal Grants for Environmental or Energy Projects in New Jersey
- June 17 & 18 – 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
-
EAGLE TCTAC is hosting a two-day grant training at the New Jersey Institute of Technology from 8:30 AM-4:30 PM on Monday, June 17 and Tuesday, June 18, 2024. This will be an in-person event at the New Jersey Institute of Technology’s Agile Strategy Lab in the Central King Building, which is located at 323 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard in Newark, NJ. Participants will receive hands-on training to develop competitive grant proposals. Topics discussed include organizational preparation for federal grants, proposal planning, identification of financing opportunities, outline and work plan of the proposal, budget narrative, post-subsidy sustainability plan, federal forms, and certifications. Learn More & Register Here
- Sustainability Conference 2024
- Thursday June 20, 2024 at Rutgers Business School (Newark)
- Featured panelist - SWEA Executive Director, Kim Gaddy
-
Registration link: sustainability conference registration
- Clinton Hill Nourish to Flourish Farmers Market
- Saturday June 22, 2024 at the Hawthorne Avenue Farm
- Parents Engaging Parents (PEP) Community Juneteenth Event “Voices United: A Day of Advocacy, Music, and Community”
- Saturday June 22, 2024 at Weequahic Park 12PM - 7PM
- South Ward Environmental Alliance Monthly Meeting
- Wednesday June 26, 2024 at 6pm via zoom
-
monthly meeting registration
-
CHCA Home Ownership Workshop - flyer
- Saturday June 29, 2024 at the William Mobile Ashby Community Center
-
DEP Launches Chill Out New Jersey - heat hub flyer
-
Following the launch of Heat Hub NJ, an online one-stop shop for understanding and mitigating the causes and health impacts of extreme heat in the state, the Interagency Council on Climate Resilience has developed the Chill Out NJ online application. A new addition to Heat Hub, Chill Out NJ is an interactive map designed to help communities with limited access to air conditioning locate cooling centers. The map directs users to a variety of nearby free- or low-cost public indoor spaces, like libraries, pools and senior centers, that provide relief from heat exposure. Learn more online.
- NJ Division on Civil Rights invites high school students with a passion for civil rights to apply to the 2024-2025 Youth Ambassador Program. This 10-month program empowers the next generation to work to eliminate bias and discrimination in their communities. DCR offers Youth Ambassadors mentorship, education, and leadership opportunities to encourage students to act as community change agents through education on the Law Against Discrimination. Participants will attend youth ambassador bi-monthly Monday evening meetings that will be tailored to participants’ civil rights-related interests.
-
Applications are due by Monday, July 15, 2024.
-
Program Overview, Application
| | | | |