by Bee Moorhead | Nov 19, 2024 | Human Rights, Latest Posts
Texas Impact recently had the opportunity to host a meeting of French Muslim leaders in our office. We shared information about our work, and the role faith communities play in Texas and U.S. public policy development. The delegation was in the US under the US...
by Bee Moorhead | Nov 19, 2024 | Civic Engagement, Latest Posts, Legislative, Resources
We’re tickled to present our new YouTube series, “Faith in Democracy!” Each episode provides engaging, accessible lessons in civics and civic engagement in Texas and beyond. Against the backdrop of Texas’ historic Capitol building, series host...
by Becca Edwards | Nov 18, 2024 | Latest Posts
At the Ministerial on Energy Friday morning, ministers from each delegation shared their country’s progress on climate mitigation through energy projects and their plans for the future. Countries have set targets for renewable energy installations, battery storage,...
by Becca Edwards | Nov 18, 2024 | Climate Justice, Latest Posts
At COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan Friday morning staff from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration talked at the “America is All In” pavilion about one of my favorite topics, hazards and resilience. Victoria...
by Becca Edwards | Nov 14, 2024 | Latest Posts
L to R: Rabbi Yonatan Neril, Executive Director, Interfaith Center for Sustainable Development Rev. Melanie Mullen, Director of Reconciliation, Justice and Creation Care, The Episcopal Church Archbishop Serafim Kykotis, Greek Orthodox Archbishopric of Zimbabwe Rev....
by Heather Malkawi | Nov 13, 2024 | Blog, Faith Leader Statements, Human Rights, Individual Action, Latest Posts, Race & Gender, Resources
This year, it’s no surprise that many of us are feeling stretched thin after a heated election season. Now as we head into the holidays, we’re ready for joy, connection, and maybe a bit of peace. But let’s face it: family gatherings can be tricky even at the best of...