Discover 'Ground Truths,' the pioneering book that delves deep into community-engaged research focused on environmental justice. Published by the University of California Press in 2024, this comprehensive volume is crucial for researchers, activists, and community leaders aiming to understand and improve environmental justice for Black, Indigenous, people of color, and low-income communities. It emphasizes the importance of centering local knowledge, fostering equitable relationships, and generating actionable data that drives impactful decision-making.

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