On October 14, 2026, NHS of New Haven joined environmental justice advocates, community leaders, nonprofit organizations, and other partners at Connect & Catalyze: Environmental Justice Resource Exchange 2026, held at The 224 Ecospace. Hosted by Integrity Acts in collaboration with the New England Environmental Justice Hub and Connecticut environmental justice partners, the event focused on strengthening collaboration, sharing resources, and advancing community-led environmental solutions.
Throughout the day, participants engaged in panel discussions, interactive workshops, and networking opportunities designed to address challenges facing environmental justice organizations. Discussions explored topics such as sustainable funding, nonprofit collaboration, energy and environmental justice, and the experiences of Tribal communities. Interactive workshops also highlighted practical strategies for building organizational capacity, developing public-private partnerships, and using research and storytelling to support community initiatives.
For NHS of New Haven, attending Connect & Catalyze provided a valuable opportunity to learn from community leaders, exchange ideas, and build relationships with organizations working toward shared goals. The discussions and resources presented throughout the day aligned with NHS’s commitment to environmental sustainability, community resilience, and equitable access to resources.
Connect & Catalyze reinforced the importance of collaboration in addressing environmental challenges. By bringing together advocates, organizations, and resource providers, the event highlighted opportunities to strengthen partnerships and support healthier, more equitable, and resilient communities across Connecticut.
