About this episode

The episode discusses WE ACT's 2026 Policy Agenda and the campaigns they are advocating for in New York State.

WE ACT’s 2026 Policy Agenda is hot off the press! Join Jaron, Jama, and Briana to learn about some exciting campaigns WE ACT is advocating for in New York State this year. Check out WE ACT’s 2026 Policy Agenda! Make sure to subscribe to the WE ACT newsletter for updates, upcoming events and actions you can take! Did one of the topics in this episode pique your interest? Listen to one of our previous episodes to learn more: Episode 2: Don’t Be Toxic, Be Beautiful Episode 40: The New York State Beauty Justice Act You can also listen to this episode on YouTube. Got questions? Email us at podcast@weact.org Connect with the show: Follow us on Instagram Follow us on Facebook Donate to WE ACT for Environmental Justice

People in this episode

Host: Jaron

Guests: Jama, Briana

Topics covered

• policy agenda
• environmental justice
• New York State
• advocacy
• community engagement

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: WE ACT for Environmental Justice

Books & works: Episode 2: Don’t Be Toxic, Be Beautiful, Episode 40: The New York State Beauty Justice Act

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