our vision

Detroit is a healthy,
clean, and safe place
for people to live,
work, and thrive.

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who we are

DEA members represent
20 local, non-profit
organizations committed
to environmental justice:

  1. Ensure environmental justice: protect and involve vulnerable populations in decisions that impact lives.
  2. Protect and restore the earth’s resources: land, water, air.
  3. Engage residents to understand community needs and potential impacts.
  4. Leverage the connections between environmental solutions and health, safety, jobs, and education.
  5. Build on successful models from Detroit and elsewhere.