Support Ayo's Fight Against Environmental Racism

Dear all,

I’m Ayo Sanneh, a first-year at Emory University on this year’s court for the Miss Black and Gold Scholarship Pageant hosted by the Magnificent Mu Alpha chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Incorporated.

For my platform, Centering Wellness from the Roots Up, I’m focusing on combatting the detrimental effects of environmental racism and climate injustice that Black people face across America and also in our backyard, Atlanta. Disproportionate proximity to industrial plants, exposure to carcinogens, water contamination and a lack of action on behalf of the Environmental Protection Agency affect Black Americans at much higher, unduly levels. Without acknowledgement from federal agencies and the government, grassroots efforts and organizing are key to combatting the issue of environmental racism.

Please donate to the National Black Environmental Justice Network, if you are able to, in order to help fund efforts against climate inequity. While $1000.00 may seem like a lot, if we all work together the cost per person should be minimal. Please do not be discouraged by donation size, anything helps! Have a great day!

Sincerely,

Ayo Sanneh