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ASBN is committed to working with and alongside our network to develop and elevate the policy solutions needed for inclusive and long-lasting systems change -- thank you all for your part in advancing our mission.

ASBN Member John Imes published an op-ed, “Political obstruction is climate destruction.” Click HERE ([link removed]) to read more.

ASBN President David Levine is featured in RegenFilms’ new movie “Advance Warning ([link removed]) .” This documentary – which is free to view online – investigates the history of flame retardants, one of the nation’s most common toxic chemicals.

Mike Green, ASBN’s Director of Climate and Energy Policy, explains how California’s new climate rules provide a unique opportunity for both innovation and public-private collaboration in CSO Futures magazine. Click HERE ([link removed]) to read more.

ASBN joined Congressional leaders in introducing the Clean Water Act of 2023. Click HERE ([link removed]) for the full press release, including a quote from Colton Fagundes, ASBN’s Policy Director for Regenerative Agriculture and Clean Water.

April De Simone, Founder, Practice of Democracy and ASBN Vice Chair partnered with ASBN We All Rise to create the NEW HUD Community Engagement Toolkit, which offers people-centered strategies and a roadmap for community needs, ideas, and visions to inform public investments in the places we live. For a copy of the toolkit, please contact ASBN President David Levine ([email protected] (mailto:[email protected]?subject=HUD%20community%20Engagement%20Toolkit) )
ASBN’s Working Groups and Task Forces provide members with an ongoing opportunity to shape and engage in policy work that is organized around major issue areas (e.g. energy/environment, tax reform, safer chemicals, responsible workplace, etc.) and to support specific campaigns.

Check out last month's Working group updates. To learn more about working groups and other benefits of ASBN membership, contact Vice President for Membership Ali-Reza Vahabzadeh (mailto:[email protected]?subject=ASBN%20Membership) .

Task Group: Transforming Ownership for Social Justice
At October's Co-op Cincy Symposium in Cincinnati, Derek Peebles, ASBN’s Senior Director of Inclusive Economy, conducted a Dream Session on Restorative Investing and Capital. This session explored the innovative world of Community Investment Funds, and emphasized equitable wealth distribution and the empowerment of marginalized communities. Derek urged participants to move away from profit-centric financial paradigms in real estate and instead promote an approach that bridges the racial wealth gap and fosters shared prosperity.

Task Group: Restorative Investing Task Force
ASBN’s Restorative Investing Task Force is grateful to everyone who attended October's ASBN Live Series, where participants made many insightful contributions to the Racial Justice Collaborative. The Racial Justice Collaborative Fund is anchored in the innovative concept of trauma-informed finance, and represents a paradigm shift of placing empathy and understanding at the forefront of financial interactions. Watch a recording of the webinar HERE ([link removed]) , or connect with Senior Director of Inclusive Economy Derek Peebles (mailto:[email protected]?subject=Restorative%20Investing%20Task%20Force%20) to learn how to contribute to this groundbreaking initiative.

Working Group: Democracy
October’s Business for Democracy working group featured Stan Lockhart, former chair of the Utah Republican Party and recipient of the prestigious Ronald Reagan Award for his service to the party. Stan gave a presentation on “The Secret for Talking About Ranked Choice Voting with Republican Legislators,” which included lots of detailed advice for talking with Republican lawmakers about this exciting reform.

The Nov. 1 Business for Democracy webinar featured John McCrae of American Promise. American Promise is working to pass the “For Our Freedom” constitutional amendment to restore the rights of Americans to regulate election money, protect free speech and representation, and combat systemic corruption. Register HERE ([link removed]) for the next Business for Democracy webinar on Dec. 6.

Working Group: Circular Economy
The October meeting of the Circular Economy Working Group was facilitated by Martin Wolf. The group discussed priorities for 2024, and the reintroduction of the Break Free From Plastic Pollution Act. We encourage all members to let us know what Circular Economy policies or areas are of interest to you by contacting Abby Maxwell (mailto:[email protected]?subject=Circular%20Economy%20Working%20Group) .

Working Group: Climate and Energy
The Climate and Energy working group heard updates from Mia Woodard, ASBN's Vice President of Government Affairs, about the current situation in Congress, the new House leadership, and what this may mean for our priorities. Our team worked with ASBN member John Imes from WEI to publish an exciting op-ed ([link removed]) warning that climate catastrophe looms larger as lawmakers in Congress and state legislatures obstruct even the most basic environmental protections. Contact Abby Maxwell (mailto:[email protected]?subject=Climate%20and%20Energy%20Working%20Group) to get involved with our Climate and Energy working group.


Seeking Impactful Ventures - Apply to Present
Investors Circle welcomes seed stage startups focused on making social and/or environmental impact. Apply here ([link removed]) to present to our group of impact investors.

Upcoming Meeting Schedule

National & NY chapters: Nov. 19, 12pm ET
Philadelphia chapter: Nov. 9, 2pm ET

If you are an investor and would like to join a meeting, please email Jillian Gerstley (mailto:[email protected]?subject=Investors%20Circle%20Inquiry) .
Upcoming Events

Nov. 2 or Nov. 14, 2:00 pm ET - In support of the Inflation Reduction Act, the EPA established a grant program ([link removed]) to support businesses that manufacture construction materials and products to develop and verify Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs), and to states, tribes, and nonprofits that will support such businesses. This webinar will provide information and give potential applicants an opportunity to ask questions on the grant program. Register HERE
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Nov. 16, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm ET - Fall 2023 Small and Medium Business In-Person Summit: Appalachian Sustainable Potential. All businesses are welcome to join this showcase on sustainability opportunities for small and medium businesses in Appalachia, hosted by the University of Pittsburgh’s Center for Sustainable Business. Registration and location details HERE ([link removed]) .

Unfortunately, given a number of unforeseen events, ASBN has decided to postpone the upcoming ASBN 2023 Conference, previously scheduled for November 29-December 1, 2023 in Berkeley, CA. Stay tuned for updates.
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For more information on upcoming events, visit ASBN's 2023 events calendar ([link removed]) .
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