Association of New Jersey Environmental Commissions
Location: Camden
Website: https://anjec.org/
Grant Round: 2025 Round 1
Award: Incubation / $9,921
Purpose: To support “Capturing Stormwater Stories in the City of Camden,” encompassing individuals’ oral accounts of environmental impacts.
ANJEC will document the real-life experiences of Camden residents facing environmental impacts, such as flooding from stormwater failures. Through video testimonials shared on ANJEC’s YouTube channel and other platforms, these stories will highlight the urgency of EJ concerns and potential solutions like green infrastructure. The project will culminate in a community event showcasing residents’ voices and promoting awareness and action.
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