Detroiters deserve clean air, safe water and healthy neighborhoods.
Detroit’s resurgence is an opportunity to build a vibrant urban center where everyone thrives in social, economic, and environmental health. Detroiters Working for Environmental Justice makes Detroit and Michigan cleaner and safer.
WHAT IS ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE?
Communities of color are disproportionately exposed to polluted air, water, and soil. The most polluted zip code in Michigan, for example, is 84 percent black. Many communities of color that encounter toxic work conditions, environmental hazards, or polluted neighborhoods are also poor. Environmental justice shines a spotlight on the role that race and economics play in pollution.
Detroiters Working for Environmental Justice believes all Detroiters can thrive in a clean and healthy city.
DETROITERS WORKING FOR ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE WORKS FOR YOU
LEADING THE WAY
The work of environmental justice is collaborative. DWEJ shares its deep expertise with others across Michigan and beyond–from business leaders to professors to lawmakers and more.
JOB TRAINING
As Detroit is rebuilding, DWEJ ensures environmental safeguards go hand-in-hand with career opportunities in environmental and construction-related industries for low-income, minority residents.
TAKING ACTION
DWEJ fearlessly shines a light on environmental burdens and their impacts. We are tireless advocates for and partners with people on the frontlines of environmental hazards.
FEATURED PROJECT
Write A House and Detroiters Working for Environmental Justice:
A Partnership for the Future of Detroit
DWEJ’s construction apprentice program provides real-world job training and bridges the gap between education and the beginning of a long, rewarding career. We are proud to collaborate with Write A House.
NEWS
Network Directory
"Who should I talk to if I'm dealing with a polluter in my neighborhood?" When dealing with an environmental justice issue it can be hard to know where to start. This guide lists some of the folks we work with regularly, and we hope it can serve as a good starting...
Energy Affordability Guide
In this guide avoid power shutoffs get help lowering your bills learn about why our bills are so high find ways to get involved Stay in Power. At risk of a shutoff? Check out this “Know Your Rights Guide” for tips to keep your power on! lower your energy bills:...
Every day, Detroiters Working for Environmental Justice helps Detroiters who are the most vulnerable to pollution.
We believe environmental rights are civil rights.
Will you help us build a better future in Detroit and beyond?