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Ancestral Knowledge Is Important In Addressing Climate Change
For me, it’s not a job—it’s a life. I’m fighting for the seventh generation yet unborn.
About Elizabeth
- I was born and raised in New York City.
- I earned my bachelor’s degree in political science and then went on to earn my law degree.
- After graduating, I started building my law career as an attorney.
- As a civil rights lawyer, I was organizing against police misconduct when I felt called to join UPROSE and help the environmental justice movement.
- I currently lead the mission at UPROSE as the executive director.
- In addition to my work with UPROSE, I’m also the co-chair of the Climate Justice Alliance.