Why are African Americans so underrepresented when it comes to interest in nature, outdoor recreation, and environmentalism? In this thought-provoking study, Carolyn Finney looks beyond the discourse of the environmental justice movement to examine how the natural environment has been understood, commodified, and represented by both white and black Americans.
“This Land” is a short film that tells the story of land access told through a journey of inclusion and empowerment. A screening of the film is followed by a discussion by thought-provoking post-film discussion to unpack history, reframe safety and learn about opportunities for action with filmmaker Faith Briggs, film subject Drew Lanham, and Chicago-area environmentalists of color.
, “The mother of environmental justice”
Founder - People for Community Recovery http://www.peopleforcommunityrecovery.org/
EPA Blog post by her daughter https://blog.epa.gov/2014/02/19/mama-johnson/
WTTW article with an inspiring video clip of Hazel explaining the problems and what should be done
https://interactive.wttw.com/playlist/2020/02/24/hazel-johnson
Altgeld Gardens: Life in a Toxic Environment - a short film interviewing Hazel Johnson and her daughter Cheryl Johnson.
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