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OREGON WATER JUSTICE NETWORK

NOVEMBER UPDATES

What does water justice mean to you? This is the question that the Water Equity and Climate Resilience Caucus asked network participants at the November network meeting. The caucus is a part of PolicyLink and they joined us this month to share information about the work they do and their federal policy goals. Their network is comprised of 100 organizations across the country and and their approach to achieving water justice includes; strengthening the national network, developing regional leadership, advancing frontline communication strategies, and connecting to the global fight. If you're interested in joining the Water Equity and Climate Resilience Caucus complete this Google form.

Every month we invite a network member or guest to present on their water related work at the Oregon Water Justice Network monthly meeting. The network is offering stipends for those interested in presenting. If you're interested or know of any organizations or community leaders that would like to be a guest presenter at one of our next network meetings please email Isabel at isabel@coalitioncommunitiescolor.org.

Oregon Water Futures Collaborative's Policy Action Framework is being released soon! Please stay posted by visiting the Oregon Water Futures website.

MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: BEYOND TOXICS

Beyond Toxics uplifts voices from Oregon communities disproportionately impacted by pollution and climate change.

Beyond Toxics' work merges social, racial and environmental justice in policy, practice and education. The organization is building a community-driven environmental justice movement to support clean air and water, non-polluting energy and vibrant communities.

They collaborate with other nonprofits, educators, and tribal organizations to build a movement to demand that state and local policies require fair, inclusive, and equitable access to clean air, clean water, and safe spaces for all to live and work in. Through grassroots organizing and education, Beyond Toxics supports the rise of youth and Oregon's diverse communities in becoming the central environmental justice leaders in the state.

This illustrated Theory of Change demonstrates the way Beyond Toxics provides leadership for a thriving and just Oregon

Support the Kalapuya Cultural Project and Wetlands Preservation project and watch this short film to learn about the importance of the Willamette Wetlands of the Kalapuya mural in educating the community about past and present Kalapuyan lifeways and their intimate knowledge and relationships to the wetland plants and animals of the Willamette Valley.

Learn more about Beyond Toxics by visiting their website at Beyondtoxics.org

EVENTS & OPPORTUNITIES

Oregon Water Justice Network Meeting on Dec. 13th @ 12 PM PST - Complete interest form here
Congressional Briefing on the Water Affordability Crisis held by the Water Equity and Climate Resilience Caucus on Nov. 16th at 11 AM PST - Register here
November Portland Harbor Community Coalition Meeting with Rumble On the River - A community forum for open discussion regarding the Critical Energy Infrastructure Hub and Zenith Energy on Nov. 16th 6-8 PM PST at St. Luke Lutheran Church
Exploring the Intersections of Environmental Justice and Equitable Development in Infrastructure Investments ~LIVE SESSION~ hosted by the Urban Waters Learning Network on Dec. 8th at 10 AM PST - Register here
EJ Indicators Online Survey for BIPOC community members living in Multnomah County ~ $50 gift card compensation ~ - Contact Isabel Sanchez at isabel@coalitioncommunitiescolor.org for more info

Questions? Concerns? Please visit Oregonwaterfutures.org to send us a message.

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