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History Chat: Greenlining Jax

with Dante Jennings, Greenlining Jax

History Chat is a one hour program in which a lecturer speaks about a topic in local or national history followed by an audience Q&A session.

Greenlining Jax aims to address the lingering environmental effects of redlining in Jacksonville, Florida. Through greenlining we aim to educate and empower underserved communities about climate and environmental issues through the implementation of equitable & sustainable initiatives, that improve economic development, environmental justice & quality of life.

This presentation will connect the dots between redlining and environmental justice implications while discussing actionable solutions to promote healthier communities. 

Register to save your seat. Registration must be completed two hours prior to the start time. A library card and PIN are required for registration. If you do not have a card, click HERE to obtain one.

Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, accommodations for persons with disabilities are available upon request. Please allow 1–2 business days to process. Last-minute requests will be accepted, but may not be possible to fulfill. Please ask for Learning Services at 255-2665 or email JPLPrograms@coj.net.

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