Mission Statement
Everybody’s Environment transforms organizations to effect institutional change through racially equitable leadership from our WNC communities.
About
The group originally formed after Green 2.0 (an initiative dedicated to increasing racial diversity across mainstream environmental NGOs, foundations and government agencies) published a report on the state of diversity in environmental organizations.
The report, titled “The State of Diversity in Environmental Organizations: Mainstream NGOs, Foundations & Government Agencies”, is the most comprehensive report of its kind. The report found that people of color in environmental organizations and agencies have not broken the 12% to 16% “green ceiling” that has existed for decades. This report inspired the need for environmental and community organizations in Asheville to collaborate toward integrating the needs of the community into their long-term plans.
Goals
- Build inclusive and equitable organizational cultures.
- Develop a Racial Equity Leadership Pathway.
- Foster a learning culture and reciprocal exchange with communities of color.
Timeline
“The Blackalachian”visits Asheville
Daniel “The Blackalachian” White visits Asheville to inspire youth and the community to get outside! — “Love & Light: The Blackalachian on the Appalachian Trail”
Frank and Audrey Peterman visit Asheville
Planned public visit and presentation by Audrey and Frank Peterman.
Racial Equity Workshop
Continued Racial Equity Workshop training for Everybody’s Environment participating partners’ staff, volunteers, and Board members.
Racial Equity Workshop
Continued Racial Equity Workshop training for Everybody’s Environment participating partners’ staff, volunteers, and Board members.
Racial Equity Workshop and Strategic Planning
Racial Equity Workshop training for participating partners’ staff, volunteers, and Board members, followed by facilitated strategic planning process.
Family Fun Festival
Family Fun Festival at the Edington Center, with 350 attendees.
Conference
Full-day conference in October 2014, with 100 attendees.
Deborah Miles visits WNC
Deborah Miles, Center for Diversity Education, convenes a meeting of representatives from environmental organizations and community groups across the region.