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Reflecting on the loss and legacies of Dr. Norman C. Francis and Rev. Jesse Jackson. "To say their names together is to see the full arc of our struggle: the quiet, determined builder and the bold, unafraid truth-teller." - Dr. Beverly Wright
In a tough federal landscape for climate justice, the 11th Annual HBCU Climate Change Conference brings together researchers, students, and frontline communities in New Orleans, March 18–22, 2026
"This administration has chosen to prioritize industry over evidence and legal precedent," - Dr. Beverly Wright, Founder and Executive Director
DSCEJ joins a host of organizations and members of the scientific community in mobilizing to challenge the repeal and educating communities on the dangers of not restoring this mandate to protect public health.
"To everyone who spoke out, showed up, and demanded better we say: The work continues. We can't rest until our communities are treated as precious assets to our city and our neighbors can rest peacefully and breathe easily knowing they are protected from environmental harm." — Dr. Beverly Wright, Founder & Executive Director
"These communities are already experiencing the impacts of pollution; a data center threatens our electrical infrastructure, water contamination and overconsumption. Data shows that with a new data center, families who live here can expect higher water bills, higher electrical bills and greater health risks." - Dr. Beverly Wright.
NEW ORLEANS, LA – The Deep South Center for Environmental Justice (DSCEJ) is proud to announce the selection of twenty-one community-based organizations as grant awardees for the EPA-funded Louisiana Gulf Coast Grantmaking Project (LGCGP).
