by admin | Sep 15, 2022 | anti-racism, community, racism
What it is: a form of systemic racism whereby communities of color are disproportionately burdened with health hazards through policies and practices that force them to live in proximity to sources of toxic waste such as sewage works, mines, landfills, power stations,...
by admin | Sep 1, 2022 | community, social justice
Environmental justice is the fair treatment and meaningful involvement of all people regardless of race, color, national origin, or income, with respect to the development, implementation, and enforcement of environmental laws, regulations, and policies. This goal...
by admin | Aug 18, 2022 | anti-racism, community, social justice
For this installment of the Beloved Community, we share information from the Welcome to America team of the Pima County Library that was distributed by email on August 16. Links include information on the U.S. immigration system and books with stories of immigrants...
by admin | Jul 7, 2022 | community, social justice
The update is lamentable. On June 24, the 9th US Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that the copper mine can proceed on the land even though a lawsuit filed by Apache Stronghold is pending. Spokesperson for the Apache Stronghold, Dr. Wendsler Nosie, Sr., stated that the...
by admin | Jun 16, 2022 | Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), community, social justice
First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) is an Open & Affirming Congregation of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). Open & Affirming Ministries of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) have committed to openly welcome and affirm persons of all...
by admin | Jun 2, 2022 | community
First Christian Church Tucson is an open and affirming church. In our quest to become the Beloved Community, it is important for us not only to welcome one another as God’s beloved children, but to respect and incorporate the identity language used by those in our...
