An Environment of Justice: Developments & Challenges in Environmental Law
17th Annual Wiley A. Branton SymposiumThe Howard Law Journal will host the 17th Annual Wiley A. Branton/Howard Law Journal Symposium. Emily Hammond, Senior Associate Dean for Academic Affairs and Glen Earl Weston Research Professor, will sit on the panel "Climate Gentrification: Shifting the Burden of Risk."
Marginalized communities are now fighting several pandemics: police brutality, COVID-19, and global warming. Considering our ongoing global climate and health crises, we have chosen to focus this year’s symposium on the current state of Environmental Justice. The symposium will highlight the impact of COVID-19 on communities of color, the phenomenon of climate gentrification, and the role of environmental justice litigation. It is increasingly important for our communities to have equal access to a healthy environment to live, learn, and work. Moreover, in light of the upcoming November presidential election, it is critical that we are all informed of the interconnection of environmental issues and inequality, and are empowered to use our votes accordingly.
The symposium will explore the developments and challenges in demanding a safe, clean community and environment. We have assembled a terrific group of speakers who will offer unique views on confronting and reducing environmental, health, and racial disparities.