2025 Theme: The People’s Agenda: Resistance, Resilience, and RESToration
This year’s theme encapsulates our commitment to inspiring collective action and fostering community strength. Our agenda is built on the pillars of resistance against systemic inequities, resilience in the face of environmental and health challenges, and the restoration of community well-being and environmental integrity.
2025 Keynote Speakers
- Elizabeth Yeampierre, Executive Director, UPROSE – Wednesday, September 10th
- William J. Barber, III, Senior Director of Impact, Coalition for Green Capital – Thursday, September 11th
- Robert D. Bullard, PhD, Founder & Executive Director, Bullard Center for Environmental and Climate Justice, Texas Southern University – Friday, September 12th
- Dr. Jalonne L. White-Newsome, Fmr. White House Federal Chief Environmental Justice Officer I CEO, Empowering a Green Environment & Economy, LLC – Saturday, September 13th
- Wanjiku (Wawa) Gatheru, Founder, Black Girl Environmentalist and Climate Activist – Saturday, September 13th
2025 Symposium Highlights
- Dynamic Sessions & Panels: Engage in thought-provoking discussions on environmental justice, energy and climate equity, community empowerment, and sustainable development.
- Interactive Workshops: Participate in hands-on workshops designed to build advocacy skills and develop actionable strategies for community change.
- Networking Opportunities: Connect with a diverse group of leaders, practitioners, and community members committed to driving progress and innovation in environmental justice.
- Cumulative Impact Solidarity Tours: Experience firsthand community-led and managed research and action in areas facing cumulative pollution and policy burdens. Tour South Baltimore to witness how communities are confronting massive coal, municipal, and medical waste transfer and disposal sites, alongside the accompanying ship, truck, and train infrastructure on their fencelines.
- Cultural Event: Building on the success of last year’s celebration, enjoy a vibrant cultural program featuring artistic performances and creative expressions that honor community resilience and solidarity.
- Awards Ceremony: Celebrate outstanding contributions in the field of environmental justice at our inaugural awards ceremony, recognizing individuals and organizations that have made a significant impact in their communities.
Agenda at a Glance
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Accommodations and Travel
We are excited to welcome you to the upcoming 11th Environmental Justice and Health Disparities Symposium, scheduled at the Sheraton Inner Harbor Hotel, Baltimore, Maryland, September 11 – 13, 2024.
Venue and Accommodation
Sheraton Inner Harbor Hotel 300 S Charles St, Baltimore, MD 21201 (410) 962-8300 CEEJH has reserved a block of rooms at the Sheraton for symposium participants. Please note that the deadline to reserve your room under this block is August 11th, 2025. Standard rooms are available at $175/night from Wednesday, September 10th (check-in) to Sunday, September 14th (check-out). You can book your room by visiting the Symposium Booking Site or calling (800) 228-9290 or (410) 962-8300. Parking – Electric car charging stations are available. Parking is available on-site for a fee. Please contact the hotel for current parking rates.
Travel Information
Airports:
- Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI):
Directions: [From BWI to Sheraton Inner Harbor] https://maps.app.goo.gl/Tea2wy6AHoJZWqBr6
- Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA):
Directions: [From DCA to Sheraton Inner Harbor] https://maps.app.goo.gl/G9qT3hcnpPS9TY9c6
- Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD):
Directions: [From IAD to Sheraton Inner Harbor] https://maps.app.goo.gl/46FtPHTUrBWhFLCD6 Amtrak Train Stations:
- Union Station (Washington, DC):
Directions: [From Union Station to Sheraton Inner Harbor] https://maps.app.goo.gl/L7wJKfTgys9n5P8TA
- New Carrollton Station (New Carrollton, MD):
Directions: [From New Carrollton Station to Sheraton Inner Harbor] https://maps.app.goo.gl/myWHGa2fJ3YhYTRa7
- William H Gray III, 30th Street Amtrak Train Station (Philadelphia, PA):
Directions: [From Union Station to Sheraton Inner Harbor] https://maps.app.goo.gl/3cYhPfZgnhj8HE6n9
Sponsorship Information
We invite organizations that share our vision for social and environmental equity to partner with us in making this symposium a resounding success. Sponsor 2025 Symposium now! Download our sponsor packet. Sponsorship commitments due: July 18, 2025 | Payment by: August 8, 2025 Financial and in-kind support of CEEJH, INC is accepted and managed by Movement Strategy Center, a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit, tax-exempt membership organization serving as our fiscal sponsor. Such contributions are tax-deductible as allowed by law. Please see your tax advisor for details.
