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by CNEHJ | Nov 18, 2025

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The inaugural Resilient California Summit is comin

The inaugural Resilient California Summit is coming to Sacramento this October!.

This major conference will convene 1,000+ participants from across the state to make progress on the policies, partnerships, and
practices needed to build resilience as climate change accelerates.

Date: October 20-22, 2026
Location: SAFE Credit Union Convention Center, Sacramento
Organized by: California Governor’s Office of Land Use & Climate Innovation; Climate Resolve; Farallon Strategies; California Natural
Resources Agency; UC Davis Institute of the Environment; and Indigenous Futures Society

Visit ResilientCaliforniaSummit.org to learn more or you may contact events@climateresolve.org.

3 new “forever chemical” pesticides just got EPA a

3 new “forever chemical” pesticides just got EPA approval — here’s what nurses need to know.

On July 1, 2026, the EPA approved epyrifenacil, diflufenican, and trifludimoxazin for use on corn, soybeans, wheat, oats, apples, almonds, and more.

All three are PFAS — “forever chemicals” that don’t break down in the environment.

What the science shows:
Epyrifenacil caused liver tumors in animal studies
Trifludimoxazin showed “suggestive evidence” of cancer risk, plus thyroid and liver effects
Both build up in soil, water, and in our bodies

Why this matters:
Farmworker and rural patients face direct occupational exposure. Early awareness, patient education, and documentation matter more than ever.

What you can do:
Ask about occupational exposure history. Share reporting resources with patients. Support farmworker health policy advocacy in your community.

#farmworkerhealth #environmentalhealthjustice #nursesforhealth #pfas #foreverchemicals #epa #occupationalhealth #publichealthnursing #foodjustice #cnehj

The inaugural Resilient California Summit is comin

The inaugural Resilient California Summit is coming to Sacramento this October!!

This major conference will convene 1,000+ participants from across the state to make progress on the policies, partnerships, and practices needed to build resilience as climate change accelerates.

Join us there!

Date: October 20-22, 2026
Location: SAFE Credit Union Convention Center, Sacramento
Organized by: California Governor’s Office of Land Use & Climate Innovation; Climate Resolve; Farallon Strategies; California Natural Resources Agency; UC Davis Institute of the Environment; and Indigenous Futures Society

Visit ResilientCaliforniaSummit.org to learn more or you may contact events@climateresolve.org.

#environmentalimpact #cnehj #nurse #climateresilience #policymatters #sacramento #makeadifference

CNEHJ staff on the Extreme Heat grant, which funde

CNEHJ staff on the Extreme Heat grant, which funded by the Governor’ Office of Land Use and Climate Integration under the Integrated Climate Adaptation and Resilience Program, attended the statewide LISTOS program to discuss disaster readiness in the state. In attendance were dozens of grassroots organizational members.

Interested in joining our team and making a difference? Message us today to be a part of our next event!

Twice a year, our Leadership Council comes togethe

Twice a year, our Leadership Council comes together to connect, collaborate and discuss our work for the rest of the year.

This gathering was filled with meaningful discussions on current projects, policy priorities and exciting events planned for the year.

Big thanks to our speakers, tom kat ranch host and our members for their continued dedication and vision for driving this work forward.

What should we work on next? Comment below!

#cnehj #environmentalhealth #environmentaljustice #nursesforchange #publichealth #climatehealth #healthequity #leader #nurseleaders #strongertogether

Members of the CNEHJ Leadership Council and other

Members of the CNEHJ Leadership Council and other CA nurses meet at the state capital to lobby for clean air legislation.

Interested in becoming more active this policy season? Send us a message today to connect with our policy committee!

#cnehj #policy #nursesforchange #environmentprotection #sacramento #capitalcity

Market Match is a statewide program that provides

Market Match is a statewide program that provides CalFresh recipients with matching funds for fresh fruits and vegetables when they use their CalFresh dollars at participating farmers markets and farmstands.

Recipients spend their CalFresh and Market Match funds directly with California farmers which not only encourages healthy eating habits but also keeps the funds in California and supports small- to mid-sized California family farms.

This win-win program has supported food access and local economies for over 15 years!

Call your California representatives and the Governor ASAP to ask them to REINSTATE MARKET MATCH in this year’s State Budget.

Follow these 3 easy steps:

1. Find your California representatives and phone #s @ findyourrep.legislature.ca.gov (Governor Newsom’s phone # is 916-445-2841).

2. Call and identify yourself as a constituent using your name and zip code.

3. Ask them to REINSTATE MARKET MATCH (it’s OK to leave a voicemail).

#marketmatch #policychange #nursesforchange #cnehj #freshproduce #shoplocal #foodinsecurity

REGISTER TODAY!!! Day 1 – Sacramento Environmenta

REGISTER TODAY!!!

Day 1 – Sacramento Environmental Health
and Nursing Conference

Date & Time: Tuesday, June 2 | 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM Location: California State University Sacramento Folsom Hall CEs: 5 FREE CE credits Registration Fee: $43 (includes meals) Parking: Free

We will discuss how climate change impacts children’s health through sessions on water, heat and farmworker safety, sustainable healthcare, disaster preparedness, and air quality. The day will include a mix of presentations, discussion, and opportunities to connect with experts working in environmental health. Participants can earn 5 FREE nursing continuing education credits while learning alongside nurses, health professionals, and advocates.

Day 2 – Sacramento Lobby Day
Date & Time: Wednesday, June 3 | Begins at 9:00 AM Location: California State Capitol CEs: 2 FREE CE credits Registration Fee: None, Lunch will be provided via Statehouse Café

California Nurses for Environmental Health and Justice invites nurses, health professionals, and advocates to join our Sacramento Lobby Day at the California State Capitol, Wednesday, June 3rd at 9:00AM. This in-person event provides an opportunity to engage and advocate to support healthy people and healthy environments. Participants will receive training on policy and have the opportunity to join meetings at the Capitol. Lobby Day is designed to strengthen collective advocacy efforts, elevate the voice of nurses in environmental health, and build connections. Whether you are new to advocacy or have prior experience, this event offers a supportive space to learn and engage. Participants will also earn 2 FREE CE credits!!

Will we see you there??

#nurse #enviornmentalimpact #lobbyday #vote #yourvoicematters #cnehj #sacramento #calstate

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