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Chemicals, Cancer and the Economy

Morristown United Methodist Church 50 South Park Place, Morristown

When: Saturday, May 4, 2019 9am - 1pm (registration at 8:45am) Location: Morristown United Methodist Church 50 S Park Place, Morristown, NJ 07960​ Some chemicals have been found to cause cancer. From pesticides on our food to flame retardant chemicals sprayed on our furniture. Then why do we still use them? This training will examine some chemicals that are known to cause cancer and the economic incentives that encourage business leaders to use them. We will also develop an action agenda for New Jersey and what we can do to reduce exposures and advocate for change. Download the flyer

FREE

2019 Workers’ Memorial Day

Anshe Emeth 222 Livingston Ave, New Brunswick

Workers’ Memorial Day is a time to remember those who died on the job or suffered workplace injuries, while raising awareness to prevent future illnesses, injuries and deaths. Respect for health and safety is respect for ALL workers. From opposing gun violence in our schools to the very real impact climate change is already having on workers and communities, we need to make sure that worker health and safety rights are guaranteed to all, in all workplaces. This year, we renew our commitment to fight for safe jobs for all!   Not One More Death! Download the flyer Download the flyer   Source: National Council for Occupational Safety and Health In the United States, more than 100,000 workers die every year from long-term occupational disease and traumatic incidents on the job. These deaths are preventable. Read the National Council for Occupational Safety and Health report, Preventable Deaths 2016.            

Free

WEC 2018 Annual Membership Meeting

NJEA Headquarters 180 West State Street, Trenton

WEC Annual Membership Meeting How We Can Prepare Workers and Our Communities for Future Climate Disaster WEC Member and Non-Members are Invited to Attend Scientists predict more extreme weather events fueled by climate change. What does this mean for a costal state like New Jersey that has a number of chemical facilities located in flood prone areas? Keynote Speaker: Matt Campo, Rutgers University Using Science, Planning and Policy to Adapt to Future Flood Hazards Matt is a Senior Research Specialist in the Environmental Analysis and Communications Group at the Edward J. Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy at Rutgers University. Matt’s work at Rutgers focuses on understanding tools and methods to assess the sustainability and resilience of built environments and transportation systems. Matt provides analysis and support for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, Mid-Atlantic Ocean Data Portal, New Jersey Climate Adaptation Alliance, and US Environmental Protection Agency to enhance planning capabilities and risk management strategies in coastal communities. Prior to Rutgers, Matt worked for EY and TranSystems on the behalf of public agencies and private companies to create site location and economic development strategies for commercial, residential and industrial real estate assets. He earned Bachelor's degree in Industrial and [...]

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