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More than Trash: Reducing Waste for Social Justice

  • Master Recycler Program 1900 SW 4th Ave, Suite 7100 Portland, OR, 97201 (map)

In honor of United Nations World Day of Social Justice, Washington County’s Sustainability Division, in partnership with Solid Waste & Recycling and Community Engagement, is hosting a virtual panel discussion, titled More than Trash: Reducing Waste for Social Justice.  Representatives from three local organizations will connect the themes of food and materials waste to social justice, discuss the impacts of waste on marginalized communities, and provide resources for you to take action. 

Joining us will be: 

Rob Nathan, Senior Community Stewardship Manager at Metro 

Laura Kutner, Executive Director of Trash for Peace 

Chris Abosamra, Waste Prevention Educator for Eat Smart Waste Less 

The event will take place on Thursday, February 25th from 1:00-2:30 on Zoom. Please register in advance by clicking HERE.