Elizabeth Yeampierre
Executive Director
UPROSE
Brooklyn, NY USA
“For me, it’s not a job—it’s a life. I’m fighting for the seventh generation yet unborn.”
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Milestones
My road in life took a while to figure out.
I was born and raised in New York City.
I earned my bachelor’s degree in political science and then went on to earn my law degree.
After graduating, I started building my law career as an attorney.
As a civil rights lawyer, I was organizing against police misconduct when I felt called to join UPROSE and help the environmental justice movement.
I currently lead the mission at UPROSE as the executive director.
In addition to my work with UPROSE, I’m also the co-chair of the Climate Justice Alliance.
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Education
High School
Bachelor
Political Science
Fordham University
Political Science
Fordham University
Doctorate
Law
Northeastern University School of Law
Law
Northeastern University School of Law
Career
Executive Director
I work at the intersection of racial justice and climate change.
Career Roadmap
My work combines:
My work combines:
Non-Profit Organizations
Environment & Nature
Helping People
Advice for Getting Started
Here's the first step for everyone
If you're wanting to get into the climate justice and sustainability movement, I recommend starting by reading the Jemez Principles of Democratic Organizing. Do research on the work that is being done by organizations in this field across the country. Refrain from wanting to create a new organization. Instead, find out what people are already doing in the community and see how you can add value and complement the work that is already being done.
Hurdles
The Noise I Shed
From Peers:
"You probably didn't do well on the LSAT."
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