Racial Equity in Action with Andres Jimenez

The R.A.C.E. Podcast

The most successful organizations are the ones that realize that our best chance at have a more equitable world is creating opportunities and spaces for the ones we are creating the world for. Today’s guest, Andres Jimenez and the organization he leads, Green 2.0 understand and amplify this everyday in the world they do. Andres and I have worked closely together on many projects and I continue to be inspired by his commitment to diversifying the Environmental Justice space. Join us as we discuss the necessity and power of creating diverse spaces for our youth to not only have a seat at the table but also a voice. Thank you Andres for your continued passion and commitment to this work.

Meet Andres Jimenez:

A long-time environmental advocate, Andrés Jimenez was tapped by Green 2.0's Board of Directors in June 2020 to serve as its first full-time Executive Director. Andrés is a strategic thinker, a relationship-builder, and carries a deep, empathetic connection to the communities he advocates.

Most recently, Andrés served as Senior Director of Government Affairs at Citizens' Climate Lobby (CCL), where he worked with both the House and Senate to help expand the voice of CCL and advocate for relevant legislation. Andrés also served as the Associate Director of Government Relations at Ocean Conservancy with a focus on creating bipartisan solutions for critical issues like ocean acidification and sustainable fisheries in the United States.

Andrés has a strong history of public service, having worked for New York City's mayor's office, the House Judiciary's Immigration Subcommittee, Congresswoman Linda Sanchez, and Congressman Howard Berman. His work also includes being an active member of the GreenLatinos as well as serving on the board for the Culmore Clinic. Andrés was appointed as Planning Commissioner for Fairfax, Virginia in 2020.

Listen in as Andres shares:

• How his identities show up and lead on race
• The importance of diversifying leadership in the environmental justice sector
• The power and necessity of voice in environmental and racial justice
• His thoughts on culture, representation, and how he keeps himself accountable in his work.

Learn more and connect with Andres Jimenez:

• Website: Green 2.0
• LinkedIn: Andres Jimenez
• Twitter: @andresforchange

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