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We extended the registration deadline to September 22. Check out the updated agenda and register today!
This just in - we have an amazing lineup of speakers for the 2025 Michigan Environmental Justice Conference to share with you! Hosted by the Office of the Environmental Justice Public Advocate in the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy, this one-day conference will take place on September 29 at the Marriott Detroit in the Renaissance Center.
Under the theme "Driving Environmental Justice Forward: Action, Equity, and Impact," this event brings together diverse voices — front-line communities, advocacy groups, policymakers, public health experts, researchers, and more — to explore meaningful actions, share community-driven solutions, and elevate equitable outcomes.
Conference highlights
Dynamic Sessions: From lightning talks to panels and speaker sessions, the agenda fosters deep, collaborative dialogue and provides a space for important conversations related to local and state-level resilience amid challenges to environmental, justice, and climate protections. Features include:
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The Commitment to Moving Environmental Justice Forward
Dr. Jalonne White-Newsome, Founder & CEO, Empowering A Green Environment and Economy/Professor, School of Environment and Sustainability, University of Michigan
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Health Equity Fireside Chat
Dr. James Bell, Chief of Staff – Public Health Administration, Michigan Department of Health and Human Services
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What’s Next Fireside Chat
Dr. Tony Reames, Vice Chair, Michigan Advisory Council on Environmental Justice; Director, Detroit Sustainability Clinic; Professor, University of Michigan School of Environment and Sustainability
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“Sure as the Wind” documentary film screening
This film follows Darren Riley and the JustAir team as they work alongside environmental justice organizations, such as the Green Door Initiative, on air quality projects in Dearborn and Grand Rapids.
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Environmental Justice Impact Grantee Site Tours: Limited-seat tours in Detroit and southeast Michigan offer a closer look at local environmental investments in action.
Resource & Networking Fair: Engage with advocates and organizations directly if you're not joining a tour.
Networking Reception: Close the day by connecting with speakers, community leaders, and peers at our networking reception — a chance to continue conversations, exchange ideas, build lasting partnerships, and stay out of Detroit rush hour traffic! Light refreshments will be provided.
Who should attend
This event is intended for anyone interested in environmental justice, including:
- Front-line communities
- Business and industry
- Labor
- Local, tribal, state, and federal government
- Policy makers
- Public health practitioners
- Academic and community-based researchers
- Community and environmental organizations
- Environmental justice and community advocates
General: $110
Non-profit/Student/Government: $70
Community Member: $30*
Registration deadline extended to September 22!
*A limited number of conference scholarships are available
Program Questions:
Janis Hazel: [email protected]
Registration Questions:
Alana Berthold: [email protected]
Joel Roseberry: [email protected]
Thank you sponsors!
Individuals needing language assistance or accommodations for effective participation at this event should contact Joel Roseberry at 517-599-9494 by September 15 to request language, mobility, visual, hearing, translation, and/or other assistance.
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