Newburgh’s Environmental Justice Fellowship has begun its third year of work with four new Fellows, and they invite the community to meet them all in person 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. on June 24 at Safe Harbors Green, 97 Broadway, Newburgh. The Conservancy is happy to partner with Safe Harbors of the Hudson and Common Ground Farmers Market on this event to highlight National Pollinator Week and introduce the EJ Fellows.

While beginning to learn about a range of EJ issues, the Fellows have been watering and weeding recently planted trees, developing community outreach and research projects and mapping out a social media campaign for the summer and fall. They’re eager to interact with the community and to hear what Newburghers have to say about environmental restoration and our urban forest. This year’s new recruits to the Fellowship - Eileen Corrales, Emily Alta, Nicole Villachica and Tyrese Billups - will share information and demonstrations about the importance of trees and how concerned residents can help care for them.

“Don’t miss this chance to meet four amazing young adults dedicated to giving back to their beloved City and actively improving our environment, public health and community cohesion,” says Kathy Lawrence, Chair of the Greater Newburgh Parks Conservancy and manager of the EJ Fellowship Program. “You’ll be inspired by their passion, dedication and knowledge as they help to write a new narrative for Newburgh - one filled with hope and promise.”

The Conservancy centers its work in environmental justice strategies, BIPOC leadership and community engagement, with a focus on overseeing and expanding Newburgh’s Environmental Justice Fellowship Program (EJFP).