State Participation
What is it?
The involvement of residents, businesses, and organizations in state-level decision-making and initiatives. This includes engaging with state policies, providing public input, supporting sustainability programs, and collaborating with government agencies to address social and environmental challenges. Active participation ensures that state policies reflect community needs and contribute to long-term resilience and well-being.
Who’s working on it in the Tri-Cities?
- EarthGen – Formerly Green Schools, this organization equips youth to grow their power as changemakers for a healthy environment.
- E3 Washington – Educators for the Environment, Equity, and Economy. They work to convene, catalyze, communicate equitable environmental, outdoor and sustainability education across Washington State.
- State of Washington Department of Ecology – To protect, preserve, and enhance Washington’s environment for current and future generations.
- Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) of Washington – The mission of EPA is to protect human health and the environment.
- League of Women Voters of Benton-Franklin Counties – A nonpartisan, grassroots organization working to protect and expand voting rights and ensure everyone is represented in our democracy.