Majora Carter in the Lower 9th Ward

On Monday, March 16, 2009, I had the pleasure to be inspired by Majora Carter--philanthropist, activist, community organizer, and environmental consultant, amongst other great things. I was first introduced to her at the Green For All Conference

http://consciouslyrebuilding.blogspot.com/2008/04/dream-reborn.html

She is an inspiration to Consciously Rebuilding, as she is on her quest for environmental justice. Her presentation described the parallels between New Orleans and the Bronx, New York. It was intriguing to see similarities in demography, geography, blended cultures, and American Music (Jazz and Hip Hop). It was also interesting to be presented concrete facts on health effects that low-income, politically vulnerable, and/or communities of color endure due to their disproportionate exposure to pollution. Like Consciously Rebuilding, Majora Carter advocates for justice, environmental,and health equity for these recovering communities. The power of voice is awesome as her words resonated with me and excited me about my own journey.

Check out her newly found company

http://www.majoracartergroup.com/

The Commercial that she's featured in is also a fave!!!!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6_yQyjaVK88

Glass Recycling Drive #2

I am super excited to report that despite being rained out, 2 people came out to the Sankofa Marketplace to bring me glass goodies. I must have over 200 bottles---way more than last time. "I"ccessorize will launch their eco-friendly line in July 2009 and if this is successful, Consciously Rebuilding will officially launch the arts program fall 2009.

Until then.....save your glass and bring it to Sankofa (St.Claude and Caffin) on the 2nd Saturdays of the month.


Yasmin

Glass Recycling!!!!

Happy Valentine's Day!!!! For our true love, the Earth, Consciously Rebuilding collected used glass for our pilot/unoffical collabo arts program with "I"ccessorize. We are super excited to offer the only Glass Recycling for the City of New Orleans. The response was great and will prove to the world that many resources can be reused and recycled into functional goods.

The next drive will be at the Sankofa Marketplace (St. Claude and Caffin) on March 14 from 10-3. Bring used and cleaned glass.

Glass Recycling is HERE!!!!

*Note: This is not an official program for Consciously Rebuilding as it is in its pilot stage and will not become official until it is approved.

January Health Fair Results

A total 56 people signed up to make healthy lifestyle changes....