February​ 05 2025
Contact: GPUS Black Caucus
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The National Black Caucus of the Green Party of the United States

https://www.blackcaucusgreens.org

For Immediate Release:
Monday February 05 202​5

Contact information:
Darryl! LC Moch, Co-Chair, NBC, [email protected] 678-592-8949
Philena Farley, Co-Chair, NBC, [email protected] 614-859-9147

Green Party Black Caucus Calls for Immediate Action on Environmental Justice and Racial Equity Amidst Ongoing Crises

The Green Party Black Caucus (GPBC) of the United States is calling for urgent action on environmental justice and racial equity in light of recent events that have highlighted the ongoing disparities faced by communities of color.

The recent severe weather events in California, including devastating floods and mudslides, have disproportionately impacted Black and Brown communities, exacerbating existing inequalities. These events underscore the urgent need for comprehensive climate action that centers on the most vulnerable populations

"We cannot ignore the intersection of environmental degradation and racial injustice," said Darryl! LC Moch, Co-Chair of the ​Green Party Black Caucu​s . "Our communities are on the front lines of climate change, and it is imperative that our policies reflect this reality."
Additionally, the delayed response to Hurricane Helene has had a devastating impact on Black communities. The hurricane's aftermath has left many without adequate resources and support, further highlighting the systemic neglect of marginalized populations.

The ​Green Party Black Caucus is also deeply concerned about the recent immigration crackdowns and the impact on Black immigrants. The detainment and deportation of individuals from African and Caribbean nations highlight the systemic racism embedded in immigration policies12.

"We stand in solidarity with all immigrants and call for humane and just immigration policies," said Philena Farley, Co-Chair of the ​Green Party Black Caucus. "Our fight for justice is interconnected with the fight for the rights of all marginalized communities."

The ​Green Party Black Caucus is committed to advocating for policies that address these critical issues, including climate action that reduces carbon emissions, promotes renewable energy, and ensures that communities of color are prioritized in climate resilience efforts because of the disproportionate impact of pollution and climate change on Black and Brown communities.

And lastly, the recent decision to ban Black History Month and other cultural observances within federal agencies is alarming, but not surprising, that last week, the Justice Department sent a memo to staff announcing the closure of all its DEI programs, stating, "These programs divided Americans by race, wasted taxpayer dollars, and resulted in shameful discrimination". This move is a stark reminder of the ongoing efforts to erase the history and contributions of Black Americans.

Today also marks what would have been Trayvon Martin's 30th birthday. His tragic death remains a poignant reminder that an injustice to one is an injustice to all. We honor his memory and continue to fight for a world where such injustices are no longer tolerated.

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The mission of the National Black Caucus of the Green Party of the United States is to maximize the participation of men and women of African and African American descent in the political and policy-making process of the Green Party. It is further to introduce the Ten Key Green Values and the Green Party Platform to the African American community. The mission is to increase the participation and election victories in the United States, electoral politics of African and African Americans who support the GP US Platform, and to ensure that the GP US conducts and implements programs that concretize its platform in the interests of communities of African-American and African descent addressing community needs and disparities.

The Green Party is an independent political party rooted in American social movements and a global Green movement founded on Four Pillars: Peace and Non-Violence, Ecological Wisdom, Grassroots Democracy, and Social Justice.

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References:
https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/c6652500cb1c459588b88c26cd0467f8
https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/donald-trump/defense-agency-bans-black-history-month-rcna190189
https://www.instagram.com/the.blairisms/p/DFlxo24MmaP/