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Repair, Don’t Replace: How Fixing My Headphones Changed My Perspective

November 10, 2025 | By Gabriel Tufte

This experience taught me something beyond just saving money. By choosing to repair instead of replace, I made a more sustainable choice that helped reduce electronic waste.

Black History Month Champion: Sasha Lewis-Norelle

February 22, 2023 | By LaTrice Harrison

"This work is important to me because I want to create a future that is just, equitable, and healthy for everyone. We deserve a society that takes care of everyone and a planet that we all take care of. We need to create serious change to address the issues we are facing, and we need people from all backgrounds at the table to bring about those changes."

Black History Water Champion - Sasha Lewis-Norelle

Amara Strande speaking at podium with her father and mother at the side

"Through no fault of my own, I was exposed to these toxic chemicals. And as a result, I will die with this cancer."

January 27, 2023 | By Amara Strande

"We must come together to demand change and hold those responsible accountable for their actions. I urge all of you to take a stand against these toxic chemicals and demand change. Together we can make a difference and protect ourselves and future generations from the devastating effects of PFAS."

"Nobody deserves to go through what I did. We all deserve clean water and good health."

January 26, 2023 | By Benjamin Rule

"It is unacceptable to allow these forever chemicals to destroy not only our city, but our environment and our planet as well. If PFAS chemicals are even remotely to blame for my illness then I fear for the other people, families, and children living in the areas where they are at risk of exposure."