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BEARING WITNESS TO ENVIRONMENTAL INJUSTICE: THE PATH FORWARD.

Source :
Environmental Law (Lewis & Clark Law School); 2024, Vol. 54 Issue 2, p315-326, 12p
Publication Year :
2024

Abstract

The article highlights Helen H. Kang's reflections on her career as an environmental lawyer, emphasizing the importance of bearing witness to environmental injustices, inspired by a story of resilience amidst conflict, and delves into the systemic issues of pollution burdens in marginalized communities, particularly in San Francisco's Bayview. It also discusses the historical and demographic factors contributing to these injustices, including the deliberate creation of segregated neighborhoods.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
28319028
Volume :
54
Issue :
2
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Environmental Law (Lewis & Clark Law School)
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
177692908