Building Stronger Communities Through Our Four Core Pillars
Guided by Economic Justice, Environmental Justice, Peace Education, and Social Justice we're creating a future rooted in equality, sustainability, and understanding.
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Explore each pillar below to see how together they drive lasting change
Economic Justice
Economic justice ensures equal opportunities for everyone to achieve financial stability, breaking down barriers created by systemic inequalities.
Environmental Justice
Environmental Justice is essential for ensuring that all communities, have equal access to a healthy environment and are protected from environmental hazards.
Peace Education
Peace Education is the foundation of our community- a commitment to building a society rooted in understanding, tolerance, and harmony. By weaving together the priciples of peace, Conflict resolution and empathy into everything we do
Social Justice
Social Justice is the pursuit of equality in rights, opportunities, and treatment for all individuals, regardless of their race, gender, age, or socioeconomic status.
Meet our 2025 Wavemaker Honoree - Alicia Smith
We’re proud to highlight the impactful work of Alicia Smith, co-founder and driving force behind Junction Coalition right here in Toledo. Alicia doesn’t wait for change—she creates it. In response to the 2014 algae bloom crisis, she helped establish Junction Coalition to address urgent environmental and social justice issues in our community.
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Since then, Alicia has remained at the forefront of water justice advocacy, youth empowerment, and systemic reform. Her leadership has influenced legislation and amplified community voices on local, state, and national stages. With Alicia at the helm, advocacy is more than a mission—it’s a movement.
