EcoACTION 2025

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Our planet finds itself in a moment requiring action.

The Center for Community Engaged Learning invites you to EcoACTION 2025: Faith, Art and the Fight for Climate Justice.

Come together with our neighbors at the Rose Hill campus on April 10 in celebration of Earth Month to network, share resources, and build connections with individuals and organizations in New York City working on the frontlines of environmental justice.

Let’s create a space together at Fordham for learning, dialogue, and action on climate justice throughout the day through the lens of faith, advocacy, and the arts.RSVP

Marching for climate in DC -image FAITH

Welcome & Benediction
10:30 AM
Campbell Multipurpose Room 

Sumana Palle, Hindus for Human Rights; Father Thomas Massaro, S.J. ; GreenFaith’s Executive Director, Rev. Fletcher Harper ;Kadjahtou Balde, Faithfully Sustainable; Jack M. Gorman M.D. from Dayenu; Rachel Coyle the Moderator a Fordham Gabelli alum

Faith-Based Approaches to Environmental Justice and Sustainability: A Panel Discussion 
10:45 AM
Campbell Multipurpose Room 

Learn from expert panelists discussing the role of faith communities in advancing sustainability and justice, particularly in alignment with New York’s climate policy goals.

  • Sumana Palle (Hindus for Human Rights)

  • Father Thomas Massaro, S.J., PhD (Fordham)

  • Kadjahtou Balde (Faithfully Sustainable)

  • Rev. Fletcher Harper (Greenfaith)

  • Jack Gorman, MD (Dayenu/Critica)

  • Moderated by Rachel Coyle (NY Renews Coalition)

Panelist Bios

Presentation of Trailblazer Award 
11:45 AM
Campbell Multipurpose Room 

climate strike 2019 new york cityFaith in Action: Building Coalitions for Climate Justice 
Noon (Breakout Session)
Walsh (Classroom 44)

Interact with fellow participants on how faith leaders and spiritual communities can build coalitions, influence climate justice advocacy, and work towards collective liberation. Participants will learn about key city and state-level climate policies, ongoing efforts to push for stronger climate action, and the challenges faced in coalition building.
  • Rachel Coyle (NY Renews Coalition)

Presenter Bio

Grafiti mural, featuring Bronx ecological landmarkets, the word BLISS

Creative Expression for Climate Justice: Street Art with Lady K Fever
Noon (Breakout Session)
Martyrs Lawn

Create nature-inspired prints that symbolize community, sustainability, and resilience in the fight for environmental justice, learning from renowned local artist and educator Lady K Fever. Learn more about Lady K Fever.

Nilka Martell, Chuck Schumer, Cross Bronx press conferenceGrassroots Action: Environmental Justice Advocacy 101
Noon (Breakout Session)
Walsh (Classroom 41)

Explore the fundamentals of environmental justice advocacy, including how to engage communities, influence policy, and drive change for a more sustainable future. 

  • Siddhartha Sanchez (Bronx River Alliance)

  • Nilka Martell (Loving the Bronx/Bronx River Alliance)

Presenter Bios

Lunch & Networking 
1PM
Campbell Multipurpose Room 

Break bread and network with participants and panelists. There will also be an opportunity to tour the Fordham Road Community Center Green Jobs Hubs Site.

Shellae Versey - Henry Obispo - Emily Lopez - Akane ZushoTowards Food Sovereignty: Advancing Climate Justice Through Circular Food Innovation in the Bronx – A BRICS Collaboration
2 PM
Campbell Multipurpose Room 

Hear from panelists showcasing environmental justice-related projects from BRICS: Bronx Research Institute for Community Solutions including the project “Towards Food Sovereignty: Scaling Circular Food Innovation Systems in the Bronx.” goals.

  • Shellae Versey, PhD (Fordham)

  • Henry Obispo (ReBORN Farms)

  • Emily Lopez, PhD (Graham Windham/Fordham)

  • Moderated by Akane Zusho. PhD (Fordham)

Panelist Bios

Snack Break
3PM
Campbell Multipurpose Room & Terrace 

outdoor theatrical performance of Flood Sensor AuntyFlood Sensor Aunty: Theater for Community and Climate Resilience
3:30 PM
Campbell Multipurpose Room 

Participate in an interactive and community-driven play written and directed by Sabina Seth Unni. Blending humor, devised theater, and disaster preparedness, this interactive performance explores how knowing your neighbors can be the key to resilience and collective action. Learn more about Flood Sensor Aunty.

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