"As a coalition of community-based and social justice organizations, we are working to address structural racism and longstanding inequities and ensure that all people, and particularly people of color, have quality housing, good jobs and job access, environmental quality, and transportation access, among other things as steps to reach the society we want."
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LET’S TALK ACTION!
Rapid development is moving forward without the necessary protections to prevent displacement—sign the petition to demand action and protect our community! Click HERE
Congratulations! 100% EPA 608 Universal pass rate for our first Green Equity Partnership HVAC-R Basics cycle 1 class members! Read more HERE The Fairmount Line is getting a transformative upgrade. The MBTA recently approved a $54 million contract to bring battery-electric trains to Dorchester, Mattapan, and Hyde Park by 2028. This move marks a significant step forward in improving transit options for these communities, promising more frequent service with reduced pollution. READ MORE HERE April 2nd, 2024 – Action for Equity and its Green Equity Partnership are excited to announce the start of our building decarbonization classes—right in the heart of Dorchester in our Four Corners training space. Both HVAC basics including three key certifications and HERS Rater training are being offered to community-based employers and their workers to increase inclusion in the emerging green economy. READ MORE HERE Monday October 23rd we launched our Green Equity Partnership! Action for Equity is thrilled to announce the successful launch of our Green Equity Partnership on Monday, October 23rd. The event drew together a vibrant crowd of approximately 60 employers, partners, community members, and elected officials, marking a significant step towards fostering positive change for our community. Read more about our launch HERE We are thrilled to announce that Massachusetts Clean Energy Center has funded our Green Equity Partnership , a Program that will create inclusion for people of color to the new Green Energy Economy. This is a fantastic win for our community, employers, workers, and all. Today's opportunities... today's needs - look for more information CLICK HERE The MBTA plans to reroute bus routes 22 and 28. These Routes would no longer be terminating at Ruggles but would instead go to Longwood Medical Area and on to Kenmore Station. How do you feel about this proposal? TAKE SURVEY HERE!
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