Green Pathways Provides Opportunities in Social Justice

Green Pathways Provides Opportunities in Social Justice

by | Feb, 2019 | Tips + Inspiration

Got Green’s Young Leaders in the Green Movement steering committee won a resolution in 2015 to create 100 living wage green internships for low income young workers of color in Seattle. Since then, they have expanded to nonprofit and private environmental employers through the inception of the Green Pathways Fellowship Program.

The Green Pathways Fellowship Program was created through a partnership between Got Green and Rainier Valley Corps to provide opportunities in the green sector for low-income young adults in living wage entry-level positions in the environmental justice movement. With the City Council Approval of the 2019-2020 Seattle City Budget, Green Pathways Fellowship will be receiving $100,000 in 2019 and $164,000 in 2020.

If you are a community-based organization and may be interested in hosting a fellow, please visit this page. Or if you know someone who would be a great fit for this program, please recommend an applicant here.

New Climate Justice Report

New Climate Justice Report

by | Apr, 2016 | Living

CJ_ReportSeeking green solutions isn’t just about solar panels (although that’s a great place to start!). It’s also about ensuring that everyone in our communities has access to a safe, healthy and sustainable home. But, how exactly can we do that? Got Green and Puget Sound Sage recently released a report on the impact of climate change in low-income communities in South Seattle.

Through a survey of individuals and local organizations they found that housing affordability and access to healthy food are top community concerns. Strategies to reduce emissions (such as green jobs, lowering carbon emissions and improving sidewalks) were met with strong support.

The authors also make recommendations for our city’s future, concluding with a discussion of how we can prevent displacement, engage communities in climate change policy and put equity at the center of our decision-making.

Don’t miss the full report!