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Environmental Justice Movement

The Environmental Justice Movement advocates for fair treatment and equal protection for all people regarding environmental laws, policies, and benefits. It highlights how marginalized communities often face greater exposure to pollution and harmful environmental conditions. This movement seeks to address these inequalities, ensuring that everyone, regardless of race, income, or background, has the right to a healthy environment. It emphasizes the importance of community participation in environmental decision-making and aims to eliminate the disparities that have historically affected disadvantaged groups, promoting both social equity and environmental sustainability.