Roots and Rhythm

On Friday, November 14th at 6:00 PM, join us at The Slate Room (1959 Piedmont Rd NE, Suite B, Atlanta, GA 30324) for an evening where culture, community, and celebration come alive. This year’s theme, Roots & Rhythm, invites you to honor your heritage—or any culture you’d like to celebrate—by wearing attire that showcases the beauty of global traditions.

Together, we will move in rhythm and root ourselves in purpose as we celebrate the legacy of ECO-Action and honor our founder, Carol Williams, a visionary leader in environmental justice.

Honoring Carol Williams

Carol Williams, the founder of Environmental Community Action (ECO-Action), served as Executive Director from 1989 to 2005. Through her leadership, ECO-Action grew into a powerful advocate for environmental justice, ensuring marginalized communities had access to clean air, water, and land. She devoted her career to empowering vulnerable populations, cultivating resilience, and amplifying women’s leadership in the fight for justice. Her legacy continues to inspire our mission today.

Evening Timeline

• Reception – 6:00 PM
• Program – 7:00–10:00 PM
• Dinner – 7:45 PM

Dress Code: Cultural Attire – honor your roots or celebrate the culture of your choice.

What to Expect

• Cultural Attire Parade – Celebrate your roots or honor a culture you admire
• Live Music & Rhythms – From soulful melodies to energetic beats
• Spoken Word & Performances – Voices of passion and purpose
• Silent Auction – Bid on unique experiences and treasures
• Dining & Dancing – Delicious food, joyful movement, and community connection

Support Eco-Action's Work, become a Sponsor!

Sponsorship levels include the Symphony Level ($50,000+), which sponsors five youth ambassadors on an educational trip and funds the expansion of our program to 150 interns. The Drum Circle Level ($10,000 - $49,999) sponsors two weeks of daily lunch for all interns and supports the Urban Forestry initiative. Harp Level ($5,000 - $9,999) covers the costs of a watershed tour and field trip for 20 interns and sponsors weekly snack boxes. The Flute Level ($1,000 - $4,999) sponsors one week of wages for 20 interns and funds leadership and sustainability training sessions led by industry experts. Join us for an enchanting evening and help us empower the future stewards of our environment.

If you are interested in becoming a sponsor, click on "Get Tickets" and scroll down to choose your sponsorship level, or contact ECO-Action Executive Director Carla Lewis at or [email protected] for additional information.

NOTE: If you are a high school student, a college student or a community partner, planning to attend Roots & Rhythm, please e-mail [email protected] to find out how you can purchase your ticket at our special student rate.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

The Slate Room, 1959 Piedmont Road Northeast, Atlanta, United States