In honor of Earth Day 2025, we are releasing this important Lunch n Learn with special guests Ted Boettner and Chief Pomaj-Chakmam-Yajalaji

In this episode, you will be able to:

• Explore the hidden ecological toll of the petrochemical industry and its implications for environmental conservation.
• Uncover the intricate relationship between agricultural pesticides and human health, revealing the need for informed decision-making in farming practices.
• Discover innovative approaches to remediating abandoned oil and gas wells, shedding light on sustainable land reclamation efforts.
• Embrace indigenous perspectives on land stewardship, acknowledging the wisdom and practices that can guide sustainable environmental management.
• Examine legislative initiatives aimed at mitigating land pollution, emphasizing the importance of policy interventions for environmental protection.

The mission of the Black Appalachian Coalition (BLAC) is to build a multi-state campaign that amplifies black voices, dismantles the colonized narrative of Appalachia, and uses story-based strategies and solutions that center the voices and lived experiences of Black Appalachians.

For more stories and information about The Black Appalachian Coalition please visit www.blackappalachiancoalition.org.