These videos feature federal and local government officials, non-profit leaders, and students who tell stories about the lessons that they have learned over their time working on environmental justice. Some of these videos have been featured on the Environmental Justice in Action Blog. Thanks to each of the participants in the video series for sharing your stories and for raising awareness about environmental justice, and making a visible difference in communities.

The Road to Executive Order 12898 on Environmental Justice Exit

Pollution by Design: Reducing Pollution through Organization by Penny Newman

Smells Like Progress: Growing up in Cancer Alley by Dr. Beverly Wright

Injecting Knowledge to Cure Injustice by Sacoby Wilson

Can One Community Organization Change an Entire City? by Dr. Mildred McClain

Strong Leaders Matter by Lisa Jackson, Former Administrator, EPA

Chicagoland is Breathing a Little Easier by Kimberly Wasserman

Are you getting the basic amenities your taxes paid for? by Omega Wilson

You are the True Expert about Your Community by Teri Blanton

Environmental Justice is About Government Engaging with Communities on a Personal Level by Edith Pestana

A Breath of Fresh Air After 35 Years by Susana Almanza

Environmental Justice from a Physicians Perspective, by Donna Christensen

Building Bridges for Sustainability and Environmental Justice by Sue Briggum

Empowering Citizens is What Environmental Justice is all About, by Reggie Harris

Sometimes Honey is Better Than Vinegar by Vernice Miller-Travis Exit

The Power of Partnerships: 45-minute video of EPA's EJ CPS Model at work in Spartanburg, SC featuring interviews of key EJ stakeholders and community members explaining their roles in successfully addressing EJ concerns in the area.

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