Dr. Tonya Calhoun

Director of Community Engagement at @EnvDefenseFund. Wife. PhD. HBCU Alumna. Nonprofit Management Guru. AKA. OES.

[Psi Alpha Omega @PsiAlphaOmega]

We celebrate the emancipation of enslaved African Americans and honor their resilience. Remember the power of freedom and creating positive change. This #JuneteenthWeekendOfAction, we COMMIT TO exercising our right to vote. Join us!#AKA1908 #TUNEInSAR #PAOInExcellence #PAOVotes

[Dr. Tonya Calhoun @DocTonyaC]

Can you believe 9.2M U.S. homes still have lead pipes? Everyone deserves safe drinking water. See if your area's replacing them on EDF’s new Lead Pipe Replacement map: https://t.co/J4XD8pBHPB

[EDF @EnvDefenseFund]

#EarthDay is an opportunity to take part in collective action to heal our planet.

It's also a chance to celebrate the work that communities have done to push our leaders to build climate solutions that do more to protect our health, writes our @DocTonyaC. https://t.co/MXlmS4ktZ5

[Dr. Tonya Calhoun @DocTonyaC]

Happy #EarthDay! Today we celebrate and take part in collective action to protect our planet, stabilize our climate & safeguard public health. I'm thrilled to be published in @Fierceforbw, talking about moving forward together to secure a healthier future.
https://t.co/E6ReqCZR1a

[Dr. Tonya Calhoun @DocTonyaC]

👏We all deserve to breathe clean air, free of toxic pollution.

[EDF @EnvDefenseFund]

Just announced today: @EPA's new standards to limit toxic pollution from petrochemical plants will deliver cleaner air, advance environmental justice and save lives. 🎉 https://t.co/BLJo36hWhH

[Dr. Tonya Calhoun @DocTonyaC]

For #blackhistorymonth, I would also like to celebrate the role @OurMayors play in co-creating a climate-resilient future. 👏👏👏

[African American Mayors Association @OurMayors]

AAMA is kicking off our celebration of #BlackHistoryMonth with a salute to the mayors who founded our association. As we celebrate 10 years of empowering the nation's Black leaders, their vision still permeates today.

[Dr. Tonya Calhoun @DocTonyaC]

Echoing these sentiments. What a huge win 👏👏

[Margot Brown @MargotTBrown]

A massive congratulations to @EnvDefenseFund and @TAMU on their amazing @anthemawards win for the U.S. Climate Vulnerability Index in the Best Use of Data, Sustainability, Environment and Climate in the Awareness and Media category! Check out the CVI: https://t.co/BYjmbvmqOa

[African American Mayors Association @OurMayors]

AAMA is honored to welcome three new member mayors. Welcome @mayorofharvey Christopher J. Clark, Inkster, MI Mayor Byron H. Nolen, and @laurelmayor Keith R. Sydnor. #OurMayors

[African American Mayors Association @OurMayors]

Today, we honor his legacy of unity and progression. Happy Martin Luther King Jr. Day to all of our members! #MLKDay #Ourmayors

[African American Mayors Association @OurMayors]

The African American Mayor's Association (AAMA) exclusively represents African-American mayors in the United States. Our organization exists to empower local leaders for the benefit of their citizens. This wouldn't be possible without the leadership of Martin Luther King Jr.

[Dr. Tonya Calhoun @DocTonyaC]

During #COP28, the conversation on climate justice for our most vulnerable was truly encouraging. Yet, words need action.💡Let's turn these discussions into real change. @WordInBlack dives deeper: https://t.co/v8OI5AxLhS

[Dr. Tonya Calhoun @DocTonyaC]

Amidst #COP28, huge kudos to @ourmayors president & Mount Vernon, NY @mayorSPH for underscoring the pivotal role of local leaders in global climate solutions. #climateaction https://t.co/IWNprIzeR5

[Dr. Tonya Calhoun @DocTonyaC]

Thank you for sharing!

[Left of Black @LeftOfBlack]

Paving the Path to Justice: Harnessing Data for Community Empowerment

A power of a people-first approach drives authentic community engagement while citing statistical data as a key pillar in addressing climate.
https://t.co/WiHi93YQ2K

[Dr. Tonya Calhoun @DocTonyaC]

“When it comes to climate change, cities can have a powerful global impact when we work together towards common goals.” –said @MayorBowser. Read more about her commitment to a Carbon Free D.C. here: https://t.co/dlGzZQWJQp

[Almeta Cooper, National Manager for Health Justice @MomsHealthEQ]

.@DocTonyaC thank you for your leadership in community engagement and identifying commonsense solutions to the #ClimateCrisis ! @cleanairmoms

[Almeta Cooper, National Manager for Health Justice @MomsHealthEQ]

Agreed @margotTBrown, @DocTonyaC is making a difference in protecting our 🌍 and children's health by taking action for community-centered climate solutions. @cleanairmoms #cleanair4kids

[Dr. Tonya Calhoun @DocTonyaC]

Thank you so much for sharing, @MargotTBrown!

[Margot Brown @MargotTBrown]

I am honored to have colleagues like @DocTonyaC who are unwavering in their support for community-centered climate solutions. #Data is a major part of driving solutions that support the unique needs of frontline communities. Check out her op-ed!

[Dr. Tonya Calhoun @DocTonyaC]

Thank you for amplifying this vital work, @AVLeland!

[Amanda Leland @AVLeland]

A people-first approach fuels genuine #communityengagement, and leveraging data is essential in tackling climate issues. @doctonyaC shares insights on how Milwaukee is approaching this: https://t.co/f12NqJYmiL

[EDF @EnvDefenseFund]

We’re trying to drive equitable climate solutions and we need your help! The U.S. Climate Vulnerability Index (#CVI) is up for an Anthem Award. It’s an incredible tool that deserves recognition. And your vote could help us win 🤞🏻
https://t.co/pkuHp6qzGr

[Moms Clean Air Force @CleanAirMoms]

#RT @FredKrupp: “@Walnut_Way’s community work is a testament to the marriage of data-driven strategies and grassroots #climateaction,” - @DocTonyaC. Great example of how a community group harnesses data for community empowerment https://t.co/di6UUzIua3