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Flint Youth Leaders Step Up to Protect Their Community’s Air Quality

Flint Youth Leaders Step Up to Protect Their Community’s Air Quality

by younggiftedgreen | May 21, 2024 | Catch the Green Tea, Policy Statements

In the spring of 2024, a group of Flint African American middle, high school, and college students decided to take action to address the poor air quality in their community. Inspired by the work of local environmental justice advocates, these young leaders banded...

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