March 11, 2009 - Posted by Isha Mehmood
Van Jones speaking at the 2008 Dream Reborn Conference in Memphis, Tenn.
In this interview on Oprah Radio, civil rights and environmental advocate Van Jones addresses the environmental injustices that occur in low-income and minority communities, including access to healthy and affordable food, clean air, and clean water.
Jones, founder of Green For All, is a strong advocate for creating 'green jobs' as a way to revitalize communities and lift individuals out of poverty. Yesterday, President Obama appointed him to serve as special advisor for green jobs, enterprise and innovation.
LCCR will honor Jones at its annual Hubert H. Humphrey Civil Rights Award Dinner on May 7.
Categories: Poverty & Welfare
