University at Buffalo (UB)
Resilient Rust Belt: Empowering Communities through Environmental Justice Action Research
Explore the intersections of environmental justice, community resilience, and data science in Rust Belt cities with our transformative project.
Project description
The "Resilient Rust Belt" project within the Environmental Justice Action Research Lab (EJAR) is an innovative initiative aimed at catalyzing transformative change in Rust Belt cities and beyond. We blend critical examination with the application of social and data science methods to address pressing environmental and social challenges. Students engaging in this project will delve into the multifaceted aspects of environmental justice, support for neurodivergent learners, and climate learning across diverse communities. By collaborating directly with local stakeholders, our project seeks to empower communities, advance environmental and climate justice, and foster place-based resilience.
Project outcome
The specific outcomes of this project will be identified by the faculty mentor at the beginning of your collaboration.
Empowerment of communities through participatory research and action.
Advancement of environmental and climate justice initiatives in Rust Belt cities.
Development of interdisciplinary solutions to pressing social and environmental challenges.
Fostering of place-based resilience and community-centered approaches to sustainability.
Project details
| Length of commitment | less than a semester; 0-2 months |
| Start time | Spring (January/February) |
| In-person, remote, or hybrid? | Hybrid Project (can be remote and/or in-person; to be determined by mentor and student) |
| Level of collaboration | Small group project (2-3 students) |
| Benefits | Work study |
| Who is eligible | All undergraduate students |
Core partners
- Environmental Justice Action Research Lab (EJAR)
- Mother Earth Literacies, LLC
- Buffalo-based local organizations
Project mentor
Monica Miles
Assistant Professor
Engineering Education
Phone: (716) 507-6147
Email: mlr25@buffalo.edu
Start the project
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Preparation activities
The specific preparation activities for this project will be customized through discussions between you and your project mentor. Please be sure to ask them for the instructions to complete the required preparation activities.
Keywords
community-based research