Alaska Community Action on Toxics 2025 Highlights from Executive Director Pamela Miller

First, we extend our immense gratitude to all of you for supporting our work throughout the year, through volunteering, testifying, participating in our events in the community and webinars, and contributing financially. You inspired and encouraged our collective work and made everything possible even in these challenging times. Thank you! Creating opportunities for building community…

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Prioritizing the Mental Health of Young People in Times of Rapid Climate Change

Prioritizing the Mental Health of Young People in Times of Rapid Climate Change – SOL DE MEDIANOCHE By: Samarys Seguinot Medina As children grow older, climate-related mental health issues intensify. Vulnerability is further compounded by factors such as poverty, racism, gender, disability, and integrational trauma. Climate change and rising temperatures are significantly impacting mental health…

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Thoughts on Xmas Trees

Every December, millions of people worldwide purchase Christmas trees to decorate for the holidays, but the nostalgic sight and smell of a fresh cut tree can come with hidden chemical costs. Conventionally grown Christmas trees are often treated with pesticides and herbicides over their multi‑year growth cycles to control pests, weeds, and diseases. Common chemicals…

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