Environmental Health & Justice Campaign is a 501(c) 4 nonprofit organization. EHJC empowers low-income communities of color to build power by increasing voter turnout through effective civic engagement campaigns. EHJC educates, organizes and advocates for candidates, policies and initiatives that protect public health, the environment and that promote social and environmental justice.
Contact us at 619-474-0220 for more information.
EHJC is proud to endorse Georgette Gomez for United States Congress, District 53.
The daughter of working-class immigrants, Georgette learned at an early age the importance of giving back to the community and helping those less fortunate. After attending Serra High and graduating from SDSU, Georgette dedicated her career and volunteer time to make our communities better places to live and raise families.
The first LGBTQ Latina elected San Diego City Council President, Georgette’s legislative accomplishments include expanding affordable housing, strengthening protections for low-income renters, leading the implementation of San Diego’s landmark Climate Action Plan and delivering millions in new funding for community priorities including street repairs, parks, and libraries.
A longtime community organizer, Georgette is a former associate director of the Environmental Health Coalition, where she led the Toxic-Free Neighborhoods Campaign to protect kids from lead paint and keep polluting industries out of residential communities. Earlier in her career, Georgette worked as a victims’ advocate for survivors of domestic violence and sexual abuse.
If elected to Congress, we know Georgette will continue being a champion for Environmental Justice, investing in public transit and infrastructure and access to clean air and water for all, just as she was on City Council, as Council President and as Chair of MTS.
EHJC is proud to endorse Todd Gloria’s candidacy for Mayor of San Diego.
As a San Diego City Councilmember Todd consistently supported the Barrio Logan Community Plan Update, aimed at separating polluting businesses from homes, and improving neighborhood health, economic development and overall quality of life.
As Interim Mayor, Todd developed a legally enforceable Climate Action Plan that included the first equity element requiring the city to take action in the most impacted communities.
In 2019, he introduced AB 423, legislation to reform the governing board of the San Diego Air Pollution Control District (APCD) and make it more accountable, transparent, and reflect the diversity of San Diego County residents.
In addition to his commitment to achieving environmental justice in San Diego, EHJC recognized Todd Gloria for his mayoral platform priorities to tackle the city’s most pressing problems including homelessness, lack of affordable housing for working families, and income inequality.
Rafael and Nora have both shown a commitment to the principles of environmental and social justice throughout their careers. EHJC admires their support of community residents impacted by environmental injustices and health hazards.
At the Port of San Diego, Rafael has stood with Environmental Justice Communities on many issues. He listened to community members to support a reduced expansion of the 10th Avenue Marine Terminal that would have less impact on neighboring communities while still creating new jobs. He also chairs the Port’s Environment Committee and he took the lead in getting an increase in the percentage of funding that goes to the Maritime Industrial Impact Fund to benefit adjacent communities.
Nora Vargas is a product of South Bay public schools and for more than 20 years has worked tirelessly to break down barriers and promote opportunities in our communities. In her role as Vice President of Community & Government Relations for Planned Parenthood of the Pacific Southwest, Nora has championed and expanded healthcare services, women’s reproductive rights and health education for youth and families. Nora has sat on numerous boards and commissions, including Hispanas Organized for Political Equality (HOPE) and Run Women Run.
Use your voice and your vote in elections to support candidates and policies that will help us work to improve our quality of life. Here are some helpful resources for voters.
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ABSENTEE BALLOTS
You can decide to register to vote absentee and submit your ballot early so that you do not have to go to the polls on election day.
ELECTION DAY
If you are voting at the polls on election day, here are a few tips to make your day successful:
Remember, you can always contact EHJC if you have any questions by calling (619) 474-0220 or emailing Franco for more information. Make sure you get out to vote and encourage your neighbors to do the same.
