As CFE’s former Communications Manager, and current CFE Executive Committee member, I wanted to start a thread here to see if we can start to list some of the ways CFE and our collective membership have contributed to narrative shifts over the years.

One example that popped up for me today was the below announcement from EPA.…[Read more]

I’m so excited that WVE has reimagined this leadership role as a national, remote position. Please share!

WVE is seeking an experienced organizer, campaigner and intersectional movement builder to serve as our Director of Programs. This position is responsible for leading the organization’s program team in meeting the goals an…[Read more]

I’m writing with a somewhat odd request. Circle of Blue reporter, Keith Schneider, has been communicating with me off and on in the past few months for a project he’s doing called Toxic Terrain — it’s a deep dive into the high cancer incidence rates in Iowa and questions whether high use of agricultural chemicals are to…[Read more]

I’m working with Women’s Voices for the Earth on an interim basis, helping meet some capacity needs, and we’re currently recruiting for a Director of Programs with strong ties to Colorado-based communities and organizations. More info below – please share with anyone you think would be a great fit! Thanks so much!

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WVE…[Read more]

Please join us in celebrating Debra Erenberg’s six-year tenure with CFE and incredible leadership on Tuesday, February 7th from 5-5:30pm ET! We look forward to sharing our collective appreciation during a lightly facilitated session.

You will be able to join the Zoom party at this link!

We look forward to seeing you…[Read more]

Here is her op-ed:
https://www.ehn.org/cancer-prevention-2667076588.html

Here are CFE’s posts for easy sharing:
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Thanks!

It looks like this is promoting his new book with the same theme: Curing Cancerphobia.

I heard from journalist and author of A New War on Cancer, Kristina Marusic, that she would be open to further discuss with Network members ideas for addressing this if that’s of interest.

Please reach out to me if you would be interested in a…[Read more]

Earlier this week, I sent the message below to CFE’s Executive Committee letting them know that, after six rewarding and meaningful years, January 31st will be my last day as CFE’s Strategic Director. We’ve all discussed CFE’s fiscal crisis for some time now,…[Read more]

David Ropeik, a former environmental journalist and retired instructor in the environmental management program at Harvard University’s School of Continuing Education, is the aut…[Read more]

This event is coming up before out next newsletter, so I wanted to make sure you saw it!

Our next CHE Café: Multisolving for climate, chemicals & health, will take place Thursday, January 25 at 11am PT/1pm ET. This discussion, co-hosted with The New School at Commonweal, will feature biologist and systems thinker Dr. Elizabeth Sawin…[Read more]

Happy New Year! I hope this message finds you well. I wanted to share an exciting new opportunity to stay informed and engaged in childhood cancer prevention. The Western States Pediatric Environmental Health Specialty Unit (PEHSU) is launching a new quarterly newsletter, “Childhood Cancer & the Environment,” designed to educate…[Read more]

Here’s what’s happening next week at your network:

Monday, 1/8 at 2pm ET: Our 4th Emerging Leaders Cohort officially launches with a social hour! (Contact Andrea and/or Haleemah)

Wednesday, 1/10 at noon ET:  Pesticides project meeting (Contact…[Read more]

I wanted to give you all an update on our end of year fundraising campaign. We had a big $7000 match challenge from network leaders, and while we didn’t completely meet that challenge, we wound up with our biggest EOY campaign total ever (by a long…[Read more]

On behalf of the CFE Team, I’d like to extend another invitation to our inaugural End-of-Year CFE Campaign for a Cancer-Free Future: A Celebration of Impact & Look Ahead live video-podcast event this Thursday, December 14 at 12pm ET. You can register here!

The goal of our End-of-Year Campaign for a Cancer-Free Future<…[Read more]

I have a colleague at the Iowa Cancer Consortium who is looking to connect with experts or resources on radium and radium exposure. Iowa is a radon hotspot and our cancer prevention folks are pretty well-versed in detection/abatement of the gas. However, my colleague is particularly curious about the radioactive solids…[Read more]

I will be stepping down from my role as the Health and Science Node Leader. I’ve had a rewarding experience working alongside many dedicated individuals, and in preparation for this transition, you can find the job description here if you or someone in your network is interested.

The desired start date…[Read more]

$75,000 – $80,000 a year – Full-time

Apply now

EMERALD CITIES COLLABORATIVE BACKGROUND

The Emerald Cities Collaborative (ECC) is a national non-profit organization that partners with labor unions, community organizations, social justice advocates, development intermediaries, research and technical a…[Read more]

As we enter the season of gratitude, let me express just how very grateful I am for each and every one of you who participates in this network and contributes to making the world a safer, healthier and more just place. It’s a privilege to be associated with you.

It’s a short week coming up, but there are still some things on the…[Read more]

We didn’t receive these in time to include in the newsletter, but there are lots of exciting webinars coming up!
Greetings CHE Community,
Thanks to all who joined us for last week’s discussion of environmental justice and the global plastics treaty. The speakers highlighted key issues on the table as negotiations get underway in…[Read more]

Hello,

My name is Jessica Trowbridge I am an Associate Researcher with PRHE’s Science and Policy Team.  I am reaching out because EPA has requested nomination for the Scientific Advisory Board (SAB) to review “the revised Technical Guidance for Assessing Environmental Justice in Regulat…[Read more]

Monday, 11/6 at 2 ET – Household Cleaners Health & Safety Lab (contact Ana)

11/6 at 4 ET – Peer to Peer Fundraising Campaign Check In w/Causematch (contact Debra)

Wednesday, 11/8 at…[Read more]

On behalf of the CFE team, I want to extend another whole-hearted thanks to those of you who participated in our 2023 Membership Meeting! Even if you did not attend, please read on … 

Our team strives for continuous improvement—and we rely on your feedback to learn how we can make CFE’s meetings as engaging and useful as poss…[Read more]

On behalf of the Network, I want to extend a whole-hearted thanks to everyone who made Cancer Free Economy Network’s 2023 Membership Meeting such a great success! We are deeply grateful to our numerous contributors for your dedication and to the 37 members who attended for your presence and attentive engagement. CFE is s…[Read more]

Usually I save interesting articles for the newsletter, but I couldn’t wait to share this piece by Kristina Marusic that uplifts the work of CFE and several of our members. Please share widely!

It’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Let’s prevent everyday exposures that increase our risk

Hope to see you at the Membership…[Read more]

In case you hadn’t noticed, next week is a BIG one at CFE!  We’re having our annual virtual membership meeting Wednesday – Friday from 12 to 5 ET. Please join us for as much as you can! Check out our great agenda, and be sure to register so we know when to expect you! The meeting will feature important discussions about how we move…[Read more]

Here’s what’s happening next week at your network:

Monday, 10/9 – Indigenous Peoples Day (CFE offices closed)

Tuesday, 10/10 at noon ET – Peer to Peer Fundraising (Causematch) check in

Wednesday, 10/11 at noon ET – Pesticides team meeting

Other reminders:

CFE’s Membership Meeting is 10/18-20. Please attend as much as you can! Reg…[Read more]

Yesterday, 24 CFE members joined us for the second session of CFE’s webinar series Changing the System toward a Cancer Free Economy – Moving from an Extractive to a Regenerative Economy to explore the following:

• What systems of oppression are; 
• What is the relationship between systems of oppression and our extractive eco…

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CFE and the Childhood Cancer Prevention Initiative are supporting the upcoming Childhood Cancer Prevention Symposium. If you’re in or near DC, please consider attending this live event. Either way, please use the toolkit to help promote this event to your audiences who may be interested.

Find the complete agenda, sponsorship…[Read more]

We’re kicking off the month with an email countdown to CFE’s Membership Meeting! Over the next two weeks, you’ll hear from presenters who will share a bit about what you can expect from their sessions so you are prepped, ready, and (dare we hope) excited for the calls.

Makenzie White and I are co-facilitating the CFE Platf…[Read more]

Fellows will meet with national leaders well-versed in health, healthcare pol…[Read more]

I hope you’re planning to join us for a very important webinar next week:

Changing the System toward a Cancer Free Economy. Session 2: Moving from an Extractive to a Regenerative Economy 

October 3rd, 12:00 – 2:00 pm ET

All CFE members are invited to join us on October 3rd for a reflective and participatory discussion about the tr…[Read more]

Audrey Tran Lam, CFE’s At Large Network Council member, and her family welcomed their son, Aurelo Simone, on September 21st in the very early morning. Audrey reports that he was 15 days past his due date, and labor wasn’t much shorter…Eight pounds, five ounces. Twenty inches long. Lots of hair. C…[Read more]

These child health champions have gone above and beyond to create systemic change, protecting children from environmental hazards through their work in Policy, Science, Community, Arts/Media, and beyond:

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CFE’s annual membership meeting is a great chance to learn more about what’s going on across the network, connect with and learn from your fellow members, and help shape the future of our work together. This year’s virtual meeting will be held October 18-20 from 12-5 ET, with the 18th being reserved for optional content and…[Read more]

Are you ready to step into a new level of leadership at CFE? We are currently accepting nominations for a two-year position as an At Large member of CFE’s governing Network Council. At Large representatives are elected by -and represent – CFE’s membership as a whole. If you’re interested in running, please fill out this…[Read more]

Please join us on Tuesday, October 3rd from 12–2:00 ET for the second session of Cancer Free Economy Network’s systems change webinar series, “Moving from an Extractive to a Regenerative Economy.” We are thrilled to announce that Dr. Astrid Williams from Black Women for Wellness will join us as a guest contributor, among oth…[Read more]

Here’s what’s happening next week at CFE:

Monday, 9/18 at 12 ET: X-Node PFAS team meeting (Contact Molly or Kayla)

Monday at 2 ET: Household Cleaners Health & Safety Lab (Contact Ana or Augustine)

Tuesday, 9/19 at 12 ET: Climate, Toxics, Health & Safety project monthly meeting (Contact Jamie)

Friday, 9/22 at 10am ET:…[Read more]