Water For People’s Post

Freshwater recently collaborated with Clean River Partners, the University of Minnesota and other local organizations to gather input from 190 Minnesota residents about their thoughts on drinking water. This will help inform the Minnesota Drinking Water Action Plan being developed by the Minnesota Department of Health. Here are some key insights: 💧Approximately two-thirds of participants supported the development of new state drinking water standards for Minnesota, which would be stricter than federal standards. 💧A majority of respondents expressed trust in their tap water. However, approximately 20 percent of survey participants expressed distrust in their tap water, with the most common concerns being contaminants, chemicals and water hardness. 💧When doing statewide community engagement, it is imperative to collaborate with local partners who can reach specific communities and provide cultural context. 💧Emphasizing cultural sensitivity and awareness, respecting the distinct needs of tribal partners, attending to the diversity of languages spoken, and prioritizing communication accessibility are all vital practices when engaging community members. You can learn more and download the full study at: https://lnkd.in/ggVDMwBw

Why do Municipalities large and small all suffer from a lack of funding from the UCP government? Is Innisfail and Olds caught up in an attack on the large municipalities? Record population inflow continues to pressure the Infrastructure in these Municipalities. When oil royalty revenue and exports reach all time highs, why does the UCP raise taxes and mistreat citizens living in our cities and towns?

From the farmlands of BC to the homes in our cities, climate change is reshaping our lives. It affects how we grow our food, where we live, and how we stay safe during extreme weather. It reveals and exacerbates existing injustices, disproportionately impacting communities.      But there is hope. Through advocacy, community support, and policy change, we can address these challenges. We can build more resilient food systems, ensure access to safe and affordable housing, and help ensure the safety of all our neighbours. #WorldDayofSocialJustice      Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gYGfHpUJ 

🎗 September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, and we recognize the crucial need for justice for families affected by the BP oil spill. This environmental disaster has had profound health impacts, especially on children in affected communities. 👨👩👧👦 As we raise awareness about childhood cancer, let’s also demand accountability and support for those impacted by the spill. Affected families must receive the justice and resources they need to address and overcome these challenges. ⚖ Together, we can work towards a future where no child suffers from diseases linked to environmental disasters. ✊ #childhoodcancerawareness #cancerawareness #childhoodcancer #justice #bp #oilspill #LegalSupport #law #personalinjury #attorney #TheDownsLawGroup

The issue of sextortion in accessing clean water, as highlighted in the recent post, is both shocking and deeply distressing. It's unacceptable that in the quest for such a basic need, individuals, particularly women and girls, are subjected to this type of exploitation. This is not merely a local problem but a global crisis that calls for our immediate and concerted action. We need a multi-faceted approach to tackle this issue effectively. Beyond the call for stronger policies and better enforcement, it is crucial to support victims, increase public awareness, and work with international partners. Investing in infrastructure and ensuring that communities are educated and empowered to stand against such exploitation are key steps in addressing this crisis. Access to water should never come with conditions of abuse. Let’s come together to create a world where water is a right accessible to all, free from exploitation and fear. 💧🌍 #WaterForAll #EndSextortion #HumanRights #GlobalAction

There’s some amazing work being done by conservation-focused NGOs - and, now, we can all contribute to the protection of our wild spaces & creatures! Namrata, our co-founder, tells you how. #ALittleMoreConservation #ALittleMoreActionPlease

On this #worldenvironmentday as we focus on land restoration, halting desertification and building drought resilience we need to come together and take part in reforestration, restoration of water catchment areas and advocate for swift implementation of policies that effectively address climate change. When children, youth, men, women, change makers, policy makers stand united we can collectively take part in climate advocacy. We are the generation that can make peace with land. Lets do this PAMOJA Barnfonden #generationrestoration #WorldEnvironementDay #PAMOJA

When triple-digit heatwaves, wildfires and hurricanes strike, vulnerable populations are most at risk of missing out on much-needed healthcare. We're collaborating with Americares and Harvard C-CHANGE to ensure community health clinics in impoverished neighborhoods have the resources they need to help those impacted by climate change: https://lnkd.in/end9bTj5

We've been discussing the root causes of hunger, and our role in addressing them. Among the ways we address the root causes of hunger is a commitment to shifting the narrative from an individual problem to a systemic one. Shifting the narrative can help our community more clearly see that effectively addressing the barriers to food access is dependent on policy and structural change. Let’s face it, ending hunger is a big job, and it’s going to take all of us working together. Visit https://lnkd.in/ghTFS4ax to read our full statement, and learn more about how to get involved. #NourishFirst

Check out our latest blog!🍎 We dive into how community resources, coordinated efforts between governments, and NGOs are joining forces to tackle food insecurity in Wake County. Let’s build a future where no one goes hungry. 🌟🍽️ Read full article here: https://lnkd.in/eyrUAKyf Nikhil Patel