AFROPUNK has proudly partnered with the Waverley Street Foundation, a philanthropic organization that champions leaders of color and communities in their fight against climate change. The Waverley Street Foundation is committed to listening to, learning from, and investing in the Black, brown, and Indigenous organizations and leaders – and in tandem, the inspired young people whose futures remain in the balance – to turn the tide on the climate crisis and lower CO2 emissions, for the good of all living beings. Together, we amplify and support their vital work, creating a platform where their inspiring grantees can be heard. Today we’re introducing you to nyc_eja. Founded in 1991, the New York City Environmental Justice Alliance (NYC-EJA) is a non-profit citywide membership network linking grassroots organizations from low-income communities of color in their struggle for environmental and climate justice. NYC-EJA empowers its member organizations to advocate for improved environ...