Leah Thomas Talks Environmental Justice | Black Women Are the Blueprint

Leah Thomas is an environmental justice advocate and author. She shares what sparked her passion for environmentalism, how systemic racism fuels environmental injustice, and how we can work together to support lasting solutions to our planet’s problems.

During Women’s History Month 2023, NowThis’ miniseries ‘Black Women Are The Blueprint’ is engaging Black women leaders in conversation about how their lived experiences inform and empower the work they do in their respective industries. Every week, the conversations are broadcast via Instagram Live, with questions from the viewers featured at the end.

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[trendytmrw]

Black women talking about environmental Justice is always my favorite 😊

[napalmholocaust]

Nothing greener than talking into a camera made by child labor from strip mined materials and oil in a marginally insulated home surrounded by plastic. I salute you 👌

[CA]

I love Leah’s podcasts! Her insights are amazing as someone in a similar field <3

[oddvegan]

To the woman who doesn't have a purple background: Living in a modern home doesn't seem to be very indigenous. Also, only gardening is not a solution to our climate crisis.