On Thursday, October 29th, 2026, the New York City Environmental Justice Alliance (NYC-EJA) is celebrating 35 Years!

As NYC-EJA celebrates this milestone, we are reminded again of the power of collective resistance & resilience. The challenges we face, from climate change to political upheaval, underscore that simple, but powerful premise. From S.I. to BK, and from Uptown to the Boogie Down, we have learned to not just live, but to thrive, under the weight of generational duress. 

Our theme this year is “We Are Still Here: Powering the Just Transition.” This event is a time to celebrate this simple yet powerful truth: despite the assaults on our communities and our movement, we are still here. Together, we are the bridge, the backbone, and the power behind the just transition.

The event will honor organizations and individuals (TBA) that have shown themselves to be bold in their commitment to environmental justice, and to changing the world. They are leaders who remind us of who we are, where we have been, and where we will go in partnership.

We hope you will join us!