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What a wonderful day to be surrounded by friends and supporters of GASP! We want to thank everyone that came out to help us pull off being in 2 places at once. We did it y'all! 💛

We’re excited to have a stand at 🍅 THIS Saturday 7/20 7:00 AM -12:00 Pm

We want to shed light on how Air Quality & environmental justice affects residents, businesses, and education in Birmingham. What better place to advocate for clean air than a farmer’s market?

We are also holding our own pop-up market in Harriman Park 9:00 AM so we WILL need volunteers to help us! If you are interested in volunteering at either please DM us so we can assign you a shift. Thank you and see y’all there! ⛅

Toxic Tuesdays: Click here to read our new post about particulate matter and its mental health impacts.

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Our next Summer Pop-up market is coming up July 20th. We'll be in the Harriman Park neighborhood giving away fresh produce, canned goods, and household essentials like clothes. All items are FREE and on a first come first serve basis so we suggest arriving early to secure you receive items. The address is 1st Baptist Harriman Park 4601 44th Ave N Bimingham, AL. The popup begins at 9:00 but we are asking volunteers to arrive at 7:30 AM and to reach out to us in advance to assign you a tailored task. We hope to see you there and become a part of the neighborhood.

💦IN CASE OF RAIN: We will move into the fellowship hall of First Baptist Harriman Park.

Alabama unfortunately got a shout out in this article by Caitlin O'Kane but if you've noticed an increase in you electricity bill (I know I have!) lately, it could be due to the heatwave the nation is currently experiencing. With upcoming temps raising to 96 and a heat index of at least 105 this week, be on the look out to shell even more $ to Alabama Company.

For those in need of assistance during this heatwave, I've included a list of Cooling Station (swipe) now open in Birmingham and will be on the look out for orgs offering financial assistance for electricity bills at this time.

Read the article:https://ow.ly/Rc1P50SzcUC

We're thrilled to invite you to the Birmingham screening of the Emmy-winning film Lowndes County and the Road to Black Power, followed by a powerful discussion with both veteran and contemporary Southern organizers, as well as the film’s producer.

RSVP: bit.ly/BlackPower-AL-screening

📅 Date: Monday, July 15, 2024
🕒 Time: 7:00pm - 9:30pm. Doors at 6:30.
📍 Location: Sidewalk Cinema, Birmingham, AL 35203

This event, hosted by the Center for Constitutional Rights, Greater-Birmingham Alliance to Stop Pollution, Greater Birmingham Ministries, and People's Budget Birmingham, is FREE and open to the public. However, space is limited, so make sure to register to secure your spot!

Panel Discussion Includes:
- Reverend Wendell Paris, former SNCC field secretary
-Jilisa Milton, Co-Director at Greater-Birmingham Alliance to Stop Pollution
- Anya Rous, Producer at Multitude Films
- Gabriel Cabán Cubero, Executive Director at People’s Budget Birmingham

For questions about access needs, email [email protected].

Don't miss this opportunity to engage with the history and ongoing fight for voting rights and community power.

Hello! After a much needed Summer Break, the GASP team is BACK and eagerly excited to get back into the full swing of Clean Air Advocacy. Please look out for new updates and news from the GASP team and our partners!

Join us this Saturday for the Collegeville Neighborhood Free Popup Market! 🛍️🍅

We’ll be at Christian Valley Church, 3104 33rd Terrace No., B’ham, AL 35207 at 9:00 AM on June 8th.
Come out, grab some goodies, and connect with your community!

VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED! Please arrive at 8 AM to make this event a success. We can’t wait to see you outside! ☀️

It’s time for the Public Input Session on the allocation of Bluestone Coke settlement funds.

Our canvassing, community talks, and outreach have been leading up to this important opportunity to provide verbal comments on the future of Harriman Park, Fairmont, and Collegeville.

Each participant will have a brief 3-5 minute slot to share their concerns and requested changes. Please prepare your talking points in advance to ensure your input is clear and concise. Your participation is crucial in shaping the future of our communities.
The public input session is YOUR chance to tell the Jefferson County Health Department how our community should be impacted, treated, and protected. We need your voice and attendance if we want to be a part of real change in Birmingham.

The public input session will be held at the Jefferson County Department of Health building at 1400 6th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35233 beginning at 1:00pm May 31st.

🎉✨ Just 1 DAY until the big celebration! 🥳 Join us TOMORROW at Cahaba Brewery in Birmingham, AL, as we commemorate 15 years of clean air advocacy and the monumental passage of the Clean Air Act of 1970. Our party kicks off at 5:13 PM sharp, honoring our founding date and the birth of a movement for cleaner, healthier air!

RSVP is required to secure your spot - reserve yours now via Eventbrite or the 🔗 in our b!o.
https://ow.ly/lAak50RHuBa

And hey, we still need some awesome volunteers to help make this event extra special! If you're interested in lending a hand, sign up for a volunteer shift to help us create a wonderful night.
https://ow.ly/5F8N50RHuBb

Let's make this anniversary bash one for the books! 🌬️🎈

Hey! We made it to Friday!✨🎉
We want to thank all of our staff, board, volunteers, and supporters from all of the work we’ve been put in these past few weeks and weekends.

We’ve put in a lot of time in Canvassing, celebrating air quality awareness week, gearing up for our 15th anniversary party, hosting markets, listening sessions, and more behind the scenes! It takes a lot of determination and commitment to advocate for what you believe in and we wouldn’t be able to do that without our community, our people.

This weekend, while we aren’t canvassing, or hosting a market or listening session, we’re still honoring our dedication to creating positive change. Whether it’s a moment of self-care, connecting with loved ones, or simply enjoying the little things, we’re grateful for the opportunity to recharge and refuel for the journey ahead. Together, we’re making strides of impact.

It's always great to wake up to good news! 📰

Catch GASP on First Alert Weather Extra tomorrow morning as we close Air Quality Awareness Week.

We had a fantastic time discussing the importance of clean air and its impact on Birmingham throughout.

Tune in tomorrow morning to learn more about climate change, environmental justice and how you too can advocate for our communities! 🌤

A recent study from Harvard found that “‘green’ buildings are not only good for environmental reasons, but they also improve health and mental function.”

On May 14, 2024, at 4:00 PM ET the Breathe Again Collaborative will be hosting “Breathe Easy: Efficient Buildings and Healthy Air”. Featured Speakers, Jerry Lawson, National Manager, Energy Star at EPA, and Stephen Geusman, Technical Director at WERiSE will teach you practical strategies for lowering your utility bills, saving money, and reducing pollution.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn from industry experts and take steps towards a greener, more cost-effective future. Elders Climate Action United Women in Faith The People's Justice Council
Register: https://bit.ly/446uBBH
https://mothersandothersforcleanair.org/air-quality-in-offices-affects-mental-function/

It's happening! We've been working these past few months in preparation of our 15th Anniversary Celebration and now we need YOUR help! We are in need of volunteers willing to help us before, during, and after our party at Cahaba Brewing Company on May 16th. We have multiple shifts and roles available for those willing to volunteer. Looking for volunteer hours ? We've got plenty. Click the 🔗 below or you know where!
https://secure.everyaction.com/2X8sLrnrWUCciNJWDWAOGg2

Have you checked the Air Quality Index today? Knowing the air quality in your community can help you better plan your daily activities. Learn more at https://on.lung.org/4aJO11N EPA Clean Air Markets Division AirNow

Arm in Arm is excited to announce that we have found a permanent new home with The People's Justice Council 🙌🏻 👏🏽 Read more: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1vqe7Dt9CO5TOOimeHut7xokBWVGo4CdyBoMTlsCsfNM/edit?usp=drive_link
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Our team has grown so much lately, we wanted to take a second to reintroduce our amazing team! Left to Right:

⭐️ Chad Hoffman, Program Director
⭐️ Abby Brown, Director of Community Engagement
⭐️ Quinn Herring, Community Engagement Coordinator
⭐️ Kacey Hayes, Operations Manager
⭐️ Rich Rybka, Community Organizer
⭐️ Tyler Dickey, Grants Coordinator
⭐️ Justinn Overton, Executive Director & Riverkeeper
⭐️ Jake Lasseter, Watershed Specialist
⭐️ Lucas Allison, Field Manager
⭐️ Not Pictured: Rachel Conner, Field Coordinator

Our staff works many long hours, weekends, and is continually dedicated to protecting the mighty Coosa River. Y'all give them a round of applause in the comments! 👏👏👏

Healthy Air Actions From EPA In Recent Months In the last few months, EPA has finalized many rules that will help us be healthy and thrive by cleaning up the air and putting limits on greenhouse gases. Here are some of them, explained: 1. New fine particle pollution standards: EPA lowered the annual standard from 12.0 to 9.0. This will make a r

The Alabama Department of Environmental Management, ADEM, has issued an Air Quality Alert for Jefferson and Shelby Counties for Wednesday, May 1, 2024.

Under Code Orange conditions, ground level ozone concentrations are expected to reach levels that are unhealthy for sensitive groups. Children and people with asthma are individuals most at risk under these expected conditions.

ADEM recommends the following actions during an air quality alert for ozone:

- Conserve electricity and set your air conditioner at a higher temperature.
- Limit driving and combine errands.
- Use the bus or car pool to work.
- Avoid use of gasoline power lawn and garden equipment.
- Refuel cars and trucks after 6 PM.
- Limit engine idling.
- Use household, workshop, and garden chemicals in ways that keep evaporation to a minimum, or try to avoid them when poor air quality is forecast.
- If breathing becomes difficult, move indoors.

For more information on what to do on an air quality alert day, visit the Environmental Protection Agency website at airnow.gov

This Saturday join us in Acipco Finley. We are hosting a Pop-Up Market on Saturday, May 4 at 9am until supplies last! Please prepare to come on time to recieve goods as supplies are limited!

We are also in need of support from dedicated volunteers to help make this event great!

There will be a need for loading materials, setting up tables and tents, sorting through inventory, passing out market items and breaking down.

Volunteers are asked to arrive at Mt. Hebron Baptist Church at 8am to begin setting up. You can sign up to volunteer for the May 4th Acipco Finley pop-up market by clicking our bio 🔗.

🌟 Let’s celebrate the incredible dedication and leadership showcased this past weekend! 🌟 Our canvassing volunteers and leaders rocked it during our second canvassing event. With their passion and commitment, we knocked on over 100 doors, connecting with neighbors and engaging in vital conversations about public commenting against industrial air pollution.🚪

We have are canvassing to build connections, amplify voices, and drive real change in our community. We believe that everyone’s voice matters, and that’s why we need passionate individuals like you to join us.📢✨

If you’re ready to be a part of something meaningful, click the 🔗 in our b!0 to join our canvassing mission this weekend. We need YOUR help to continue making a difference and shaping a better future for all!

🌍✨ Celebrating Earth Day with gratitude and action! Let’s cherish our biggest community - our beautiful planet - by nurturing and protecting it every single day. Together, we can make a world of difference.

Today we are reflecting on the beauty our planet graces us with each day! We have been grateful for the chance to embrace educational community opportunities, sunny canvassing days, abundant harvests, and more.🤝🌱✨

🌤We believe everyone should have a chance to experience truly enriching moments alongside us so if you too want to uplift our communities consider volunteering, becoming a GASP member or subscribing to our newsletters to stay informed!

We’re still gleaming from a rewarding day at Fountain Heights Farms! We spent the day potting seeding in preparation of the seed & seedlings giveaway on April 20th. It was truly inspiring and a great way to spend our Monday morning. Let’s keep planting seeds of change and nurturing our environment!

Hey let’s take a moment to uplift some incredible dedication and leadership displayed this past weekend! ✨

We held our first canvassing event with our awesome canvassing volunteers and leaders. They completed knocking on over 80 doors and were able to reach out to neighbors, connect with community members, and foster vital discussions on public commenting against industrial air pollution.

Our canvassing mission isn’t just about knocking on doors; it’s about connecting with our community, amplifying voices, and driving real change from the grassroots up.📢 That’s why We need passionate individuals like you to join us so that we can reach and hear everyone!

If you’re ready to make a difference, we invite you to join our canvassing team. Click the 🔗 to become a canvassing volunteer and be a part of the movement for positive change in our community. #

This Earth Day, join the growing movement of support for healthy farms and food! For one day only, on April 22, 2024, the award-winning documentary film ‘Common Ground’ (follow-up to Kiss the Ground) presents a Nationwide Super Screening in select AMC and other theaters across 75+ cities!

Gather your friends and family to watch the extended Earth Day edition of the film, including new scenes and a Q&A discussion featuring filmmakers, narrators, and special guests.

You will experience the hard truths about our food and agricultural systems, and walk away with tangible solutions after seeing the profound and hopeful stories of heroes among us that are defying the odds to heal the planet with regenerative practices, one acre at a time!

Learn more + Get tickets:
http://commongroundfilm.org/earth-day-2024
Special note: Tickets are only $5 at all AMC locations listed on the website!

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🚛 Here are a few of the many distributions for the week of April 8-12. 🥫

To see a full list of distributions, check out our website (link in bio)!