Module one

Foundational Concepts and Evidence of Injustices

The content in this module defines and provides a look at the history of environmental justice. With this context, examples of environmental injustices in cities and towns are explored and the three pillars of environmental justice are defined using real-world examples.

Module One

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Foundational Concepts and Evidence of Injustices

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Making a difference starts with actionable goals. This module provides a broad overview of the importance of making decisions together with communities, prioritizing goals in program design, and integrating community members’ experiences in goal metrics. It provides a framework for setting SMART goals and objectives and provides strategies for equitable and inclusive community engagement.

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Active members of the Arbor Day Foundation’s Alliance for Community Trees network have access to our full environmental justice training series, with additional in-depth courses, resources, and more.