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Black and brown people sitting, staff and youth from the South Ward Envir
Environmental Justice

The Fight for Environmental Justice: Meet Asada Rashidi

Asada Rashidi, a Newark native, is a passionate environmental justice organizer. Having experienced the detrimental effects of pollution and environmental hazards in her community, she is dedicated to raising awareness and advocating for policies that prioritize public health and sustainability.

All of Us or None-Northern NJ at community movie screening. Photo via Instagram: aouon_northernnj
newark-stories

Taking On Collateral Consequences: Meet Tia Ryans

Tia Ryans served 10 years at the Edna Mahan Correctional Facility for Women in Clinton, NJ. Now she's on the board

Community yoga session hosted at the Jannah on Grafton. Photo by: GalleryRetail
News

Al Munir Redesigns Public Space for Public Good

Newark, New Jersey, has accumulated large amounts of vacant land and unused property space over the past few decades. Unfortunately, these areas have unofficially served as garbage disposals and dumping areas for a variety of debris. About a year and a half ago, Lot 50 on Grafton Avenue was considered

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