Philly needs and environmental coalition first meetings

2 events where we will start to organize the development of a new environmental coalition for Philadelphia. Please see the attached flyer for locations and information. RSVP here: bit.ly/enviro-coalition (also with flyer QR code). (June 9 & 26)

Philadelphia needs an environmental coalition to keep moving forward on plans and programs that support the health, safety, and well-being of our diverse communities. Join us to build on the momentum being made by community groups, nonprofits and agencies to protect and restore green spaces and waterways that directly benefit our neighborhoods. This coalition will be built from community ideas and input, so please invite whomever you like–from activist to scientist, neighbor to nonprofit professional!

At the meetings, we will all provide input on the topics this coalition would cover and suggestions for who we should directly engage (although all are welcome!). We will gauge interest in joining working groups on the suggested environmental topics (for example air quality, climate change, tree cover, urban agriculture, water quality, plus your suggestions!). And we will set the goals for the next planning meeting this summer.

Please RSVP here: bit.ly/enviro-coalition so we can give a rough count to the venues!

Please share freely with any community members, folks from community organizations, environmental organizations or others who may be interested in working together on environmental issues. Lots of hands, hearts, and minds are needed to advance protection for Philadelphia’s natural spaces and people! We are very excited to support this work and develop this coalition with you.