California Youth Versus Big Oil (CA YVBO), in partnership with the Central California Environmental Justice Network are launching our next round of the exciting California Youth Versus Big Oil Fellowship Program! We will be offering mentorships and financial support to one youth leader (aged 14 – 24). Preference is for currently or recently active youth […]
Climate Resiliency in Action
“None of us can do all that needs to be done, but together we can accomplish miracles.” The celebration held on August 13 in the unincorporated community of Five Points is a perfect illustration of this quote. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Telemundo 51 Fresno (@telemundofresno) (Instagram story above by the […]
Finding Leaks Impacting Residents 2024 Report
Identifying Violations Affecting Neighborhoods Report 2024
Pass to Pollute: New Reports Expose Oil and Gas Pollution in Kern County and Loopholes That Let It Continue
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 12th, 2025 Contact: Cesar Aguirre, (559) 907-2418, cesar.aguirre@ccejn.org Bakersfield, CA – Three newly released reports expose alarming health and safety risks confronting Kern County communities—particularly those living next to oil and gas operations—and uncover state-created loopholes that allow dangerous pollution to persist. IVAN Quarterly Reports (2024)A typical year in Kern County […]
Passes to Pollute: Regulatory Loopholes in California’s Oil and Gas Rule
A White Paper by the Central California Environmental Justice Network
Residents and Regulators Discuss Carbon Capture and Storage
Nayamin Martinez: 2025 James Irvine Leadership Award
Join us in celebrating Nayamin Martinez, Executive Director of the Central California Environmental Justice Network, on receiving a 2025 James Irvine Foundation Leadership Award! Nayamin’s tireless advocacy and innovative approach are transforming the fight for justice and resiliency in communities impacted by pollution and extreme heat. Discover how she’s leading the charge for environmental justice […]
Cesar Aguirre, Honored With 2024 Rose Braz Award
The Center for Biological Diversity has awarded the 2024 “Rose Braz Award for Bold Activism” to Cesar Aguirre! The original article can be found below and linked here with the Center for Biological Diversity website. Cesar Aguirre Honored With Rose Braz Award for Bold Activism 2024 Award Goes to California Environmental Justice Advocate LOS ANGELES— […]
Nayamin Martinez, 2024 Health and Human Services Hero
On November 21st 2024, Fresno State’s College of Health and Human Services hosted the 2024 Health and Human Services Hero Awards and recognized eight individuals who make a great difference in the Central Valley. Central Valley Health Policy Institute nominated Executive Director, Nayamin Martinez to recognize the tremendous work she has contributed to the Central […]