Resources for Native Nations
Environmental Justice
According to EPA, “Environmental justice” means the just treatment and meaningful involvement of all people, regardless of income, race, color, national origin, Tribal affiliation, or disability, in agency decision-making and other Federal activities that affect human health and the environment.
Environmental Justice Thriving Communities Technical Assistance Centers Program (EJ TCTAC)
The Environmental Justice Thriving Communities Technical Assistance Center (EJ TCTAC) Program, as part of the Federal Thriving Communities Network Initiative, provides technical assistance and capacity building resources to help cultivate and sustain thriving communities throughout the country.
Region 1 EJ TCTAC
The Region 1 EJ TCTAC is administered by the University of Connecticut, it provides the necessary training and assistance to help community organizations to become proficient with the federal grant application systems, grant proposal development, and grant award management.
UConn EJ TCTAC partners with Region 1 communities through utilizing outreach, communication resources, direct engagement, and technical assistance training to advance environmental justice work locally, including translation and interpretation services for communities with limited English-language proficiency.

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