Gentrification is pushing People of Color out of the core of many major cities and their youth further away from culturally competent educational resources. Large tech employers are often able to afford and recruit diverse talent but have a much tougher time retaining them. When...
Do you love TRAINS? or biking around the Austin trails? Then this is for YOU! We’re hosting a Teach In around our city’s transit infrastructure! COME OUT and JOIN US to talk about current issues in Austin and the challenges our city is facing with...
Join us to learn more about how Austin Water is incorporating equity and affordability in the City’s 100-year integrated water resource plan, Water Forward. Originally adopted by Council in 2018, the purpose of the Water Forward plan is to ensure a sustainable water supply for...
Our monthly Austin Sierra Club meeting will be online via Zoom. We'll start off with Announcements on current events... Tonite's main program is Climate Restoration. Join Peter Fiekowsky, founder of the climate restoration movement, and his co-author, Carole Douglis, to hear how we can restore...
The first annual Young Austinite Civic Summit aims to educate, synergize and empower young students to be more civically engaged. Join us for the Young Austinite Civic Summit, open to SEU and Austin community members ages 15-25. This event is geared towards High School and...
The 9th Annual Peace & Conflict Studies Spring Symposium Join us on Friday, April 14th from 8:30 AM to 3 PM @ Austin Community College Highland Campus Explore how current and anticipated impacts of climate change are affecting vulnerable local and global communities. Come discuss what climate justice looks...
Just as the impacts of climate change vary geographically, so do our conversations and the language we choose to use around climate disasters. This event encourages us to consider how we discuss land, water, nonhuman life, colonialism, the changes impacting each of us, and how...
Developing green space among modern urban infrastructure is a growing priority throughout the City of Austin. Improving access to green space in and around the city can improve human health, revitalize ecosystems, and boost a region’s economy. However, without proper engagement and management, these projects...
The upcoming City of Austin election on May 6th will feature two propositions that could change the landscape of police oversight in Austin. At issue is the power and authority of the City’s Office of Police Oversight. Join us on April 20 for a discussion...
Rainwater Harvesting is gaining popularity as a way to conserve water resources and save on utility bills. By utilizing stored rainwater to water plants, individuals can help alleviate the demand on the city's water supply between rain events. Whether you're considering a small rain barrel...
