Hosted each spring by the Temple Environmental Law Society (TELS), the Environmental Justice Conference brings together current Temple Law students and alumni, as well as attorneys and advocates working in the field of environmental justice. The Conference explores the connection between race, justice, and the climate crisis, and touches on environmental justice topics relevant to local communities within Philadelphia.
Environmental Justice Week 2025
What is Environmental Justice? Presented by Justina Thompson (Program Manager, City of Philadelphia Office of Sustainability) on Mon. March 31, 2025.
Advocating for a Sustainable Future: Why Environmental Justice Matters Now More Than Ever. Presented by Mathy Stanislaus (Vice Provost and Executive Director of the Environmental Collaboratory, Drexel University) on Thu. April 3, 2025.