OUR WORK:
TURNING CLIMATE CHALLENGES
INTO COMMUNITY SOLUTIONS
We lead with equity, Indigenous wisdom, and collaboration to create lasting impact.
Our work spans climate resilience, cross-sector partnerships, and justice-driven solutions. Every initiative centers those most impacted, ensuring that health, housing, and environmental priorities move forward together.
The Four Pillars of Impact
Community-Centered Power
Shared leadership through rotating Co-Chairs and member-driven agendas
Consent-based decision-making with peacemaking principles
Leaderful approach: power distributed, not concentrated
Cross-Sector Collaboration
Bridging tribal nations, grassroots groups, public agencies, and academia
Monthly bilingual Clima y Equidad meetings for alignment and action
Joint grant proposals and shared resource development
Indigenous Wisdom
Protocols and practices rooted in
Indigenous learning
Talking circles and paired listening to honor every voice
Commitment to continuous cultural
humility and relationship-building
Intersectional Climate Justice
Addressing climate through health, housing, and equity lenses.
Advocating for policies that center marginalized voices.
Developing tools and training for inclusive climate planning.
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Membership Responsibilities
Members of the MBACJC are all interested parties that commit to participating in at least 75% of regular meetings.
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Meeting Schedule: Generally held monthly (approved each January), with 1–3 in-person meetings per year to build trust.
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Stipends & Dues: There are currently no dues required. Members representing marginalized communities may request compensation/stipends for attendance
