October 10th “What’s Happening in Appalachia”

This past June, Clean Air sent a delegation of members to Appalachia to meet with members of the Coalfield Environmental Health Project, a community organization made up of residents who live next to surface mining sites in Beards Fork,West Virginia.

For 3 days, our members learned first hand how residents are fighting coal companies who strip their land and pollute their wells and water sources.
The Coalfield Environmental Health Project was chosen as a sister group due to their experience successfully organizing around the connections between health and pollution. Residents who live near surface mining sites show a higher rate of heart disease, respiratory problems, cancer and birth defects.

On October 10th, our delegates will share their stories and what they learned during this intense and transformative experience.

Join us at 6pm at the River Rd. Volunteer Fire Hall (39 Kaufman Ave. Tonawanda NY 14150)