Senior Seminar - Environmental Studies » Advocacy organizations

Redefining Progress

CSUEB Webmaster — Wed, 01 Apr 2009 20:41:38 +0000

“Redefining Progress is the nation’s leading public policy think tank dedicated to smart economics. We find solutions that ensure a sustainable and equitable world for future generations.

While conventional models for economic growth discount such assets as clean air, safe streets, and cohesive communities, Redefining Progress integrates these assets into a more sustainable economic model. Working with government and advocacy groups, Redefining Progress develops innovative policies that balance economic well-being, environmental preservation, and social justice.”

Bay Area LISC

CSUEB Webmaster — Wed, 01 Apr 2009 20:21:43 +0000

“Bay Area Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) works to make neighborhood dreams a reality by working with cities, residents, nonprofit organizations, and key public and private partners to build the capacity of community revitalization efforts. Our transformative community-building work ranges from creating affordable housing and strong neighborhood business districts to leading community-driven neighborhood planning processes to supporting direct services for lower income families.”

Bay Area Alliance for Sustainable Communities

CSUEB Webmaster — Wed, 01 Apr 2009 19:56:22 +0000

“The Bay Area Alliance for Sustainable Communities (Bay Area Alliance) is a multi-stakeholder coalition established in 1997 to improve the prosperity of the economy, the health of the environment and the level of social equity in the nine-county Bay Area. The coalition brings representatives from all sectors – business, government, environmental and community development – together to address major regional challenges to inhabitants’ quality of life. The Bay Area Alliance facilities dialogue to identify shared goals and develop collaborative action strategies. Additional activities include developing and publishing educational materials, policy advocacy, and coalition-building actions.”

Next 10

CSUEB Webmaster — Wed, 01 Apr 2009 19:47:31 +0000

“Next 10 is an independent, nonpartisan organization that educates, engages and empowers Californians to improve the state’s future. Next 10 is focused on innovation and the intersection between the economy, the environment, and quality of life issues for all Californians. We create tools and provide information that fosters a deeper understanding of the critical issues affecting all Californians. Through education and civic engagement, we hope Californians will become empowered to affect change.”

CALPIRG

CSUEB Webmaster — Wed, 01 Apr 2009 19:45:58 +0000

California Public Interest Research Group – “CALPIRG takes on powerful interests on behalf of Californians, working to win concrete results for our health and our well-being. With researchers, advocates, organizers and students, we stand up to powerful special interests to stop identity theft, fight political corruption, provide safe and affordable prescription drugs, strengthen voting rights and more.”

Bay Area Council

CSUEB Webmaster — Wed, 01 Apr 2009 19:41:38 +0000

“The Bay Area Council is a business-sponsored, public-policy advocacy organization for the nine-county Bay Area. The Council proactively advocates for a strong economy, a vital business environment, and a better quality of life for everyone who lives here.”

Transform

CSUEB Webmaster — Wed, 01 Apr 2009 19:40:19 +0000

Formerly TALC, the Transportation and Land Use Coalition. “TransForm works to create world-class public transportation and walkable communities in the Bay Area and beyond. We build diverse coalitions, influence policy, and develop innovative programs to improve the lives of all people and protect the environment.”

Apollo Alliance

CSUEB Webmaster — Wed, 01 Apr 2009 19:34:34 +0000

“The Apollo Alliance is a coalition of labor, business, environmental, and community leaders working to catalyze a clean energy revolution that will put millions of Americans to work in a new generation of high-quality, green-collar jobs.”

Californians Against Waste

CSUEB Webmaster — Wed, 01 Apr 2009 19:29:08 +0000

“Californians Against Waste is dedicated to conserving resources, preventing pollution and protecting California’s environment through the development, promotion and implementation of waste reduction and recycling policies and programs.”