Earth Week 2024
We’ll be promoting activities all week, feel free to use these themes or make up your own. Show what you’re doing on these days of the week on Twitter and Instagram , and use .
EcoRise Environmental Justice Curriculum
·¡³¦´Ç¸é¾±²õ±ð’s uses a social-emotional learning lens with engaging multi-session lessons. Lessons differentiated for elementary, middle, and high school students guide them to investigate how environmental racism impacts communities at interpersonal and systemic levels. The lessons are FREE to ÁùºÏ±¦µä teachers. Teachers can .
EcoRise Environmental Justice Hero Posters
Turn your classroom or home into a space that facilitates exploration of Environmental Justice Heroes with this illustrated and inspirational 13 poster series, available in and . Students can then envision themselves as EJ heroes by reflecting on the actions they take for the environment. There is a gallery walk activity included at the end.
Become an ÁùºÏ±¦µä Green Business Leader, Learn About the Benefits of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) for Your Business
Did you know? Environmental justice goes hand in hand with social justice, and the business community is taking notice. Both investors and consumers are becoming more conscious of the impact companies can have on the community. The ÁùºÏ±¦µä Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) Program addresses Social and Governance factors by promoting investment in the local community by who we do business with. Service providers, learn more about , HUB outreach events, and become an .
Talk about Climate Change
Feel like the weight of Planet Earth is on your shoulders? Big topics like climate change can feel scary, but it is true that every action you take really matters. Check out for talking to kids about climate change, .
Explore climate, equity, & environmental education in your area with Gen:Thrive
Check out new tools from to enhance a student project or serve as a tool for partner organizations to serve our schools and communities. View the , and start using their and to see what the date reveals about climate justice in your area.
What is ecotherapy?
Ecotherapy, also referred to as green therapy or nature therapy, integrates nature and outdoor activities with mental health counseling and interventions. Check out these resources that support equity and social justice and integrate elements of nature.
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Land Acknowledgements!
A can be a powerful practice to honor the original stewards of our land and show respect and learn more about Indigenous people’s history and culture. Examining your own relationship to the land we live and teach on brings an opportunity to learn about the relationship the local indigenous communities had and have with the land.These resources can help: | .