According to the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), environmental justice is “the fair treatment and meaningful involvement of all people regardless of race, color, national origin, or income, with respect to the development, implementation, and enforcement of environmental laws, regulations, and policies.” There are several policies and programs at UF that touch on this intersection of people and planet in various ways.

Environmental Justice Resources

Resources are provided to UF faculty and staff to ensure that all employees feel comfortable, safe, and heard. It is imperative that all employees receive equal opportunity and treatment throughout their careers.

• Accessible UF
• Employee Assistance Program
• Faculty Search Committee Toolkit
• Title IX
• UF Employee Relations

Sustainability encourages collaboration and open communication! We learn from those whose experiences, beliefs, and perspectives are different from our own. Good communication and a sense of community help us foster the relationships and conversations necessary to bring about change for sustainability as well as helping to foster a holistic climate at UF.

When practicing environmental justice, it is beneficial to:

• Assess who and what you are surrounded by
• How the environment impacts you
• How your actions impact the environment.

UF offers support and educational programming to create a supportive learning environment for all students.

• Accessible UF & the DRC
• First Generation Success
• Sustainability Related Course List
• Violence Prevention Course