Black/Brown Faces in The Environment

Sat Mar 01 2025 at 12:30 pm to 02:15 pm UTC-05:00

Akron-Summit County Public Library-Auditorium | Akron

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated\u00ae - Zeta Theta Omega Chapter
Publisher/HostAlpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® - Zeta Theta Omega Chapter
Black\/Brown Faces in The Environment
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Join us for a day celebrating Black/Brown Faces in The Environment - highlighting diversity, inclusion, and representation in nature!
About this Event

Historically, Black and Brown communities have been disproportionately affected by climate change and environmental contamination—air pollution, water quality, lead exposure, and more. We have the power to create change!

Join the lovely ladies of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. for an engaging panel discussion on green career opportunities, current educational initiatives improving our environment, and ways you can take action in local sustainability efforts!

All are welcome to learn about:

  • Green career opportunities
  • Current educational initiatives improving our environment
  • Ways YOU can take action in local sustainability efforts




Panel Speakers:

Sean Terry - Associated Vice President, Ohio State Director - Trust for Public Lands

Nicole Lopez - Watershed Coordinator, Cuyahoga Soil and Water Conservation

James Lassiter III - Forestry Manager, Adjunct Professor - Kent State University, Author

Dr. Terri Wade-Lyles - Program Manager, PreK - 8 Science Education, Cleveland Municipal Schools

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Akron-Summit County Public Library-Auditorium, 60 South High Street, Akron, United States

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