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Driving action to a future free from toxic chemicals by leveraging an intersectional approach based on expertise in research, advocacy & organizing. linktr.ee/WeavingVoices

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Weaving Voices for Health & Justice @womensvoiceswve.bsky.social · Aug 25

Summer’s Eve continues to aggressively market its products as “fresh,” “clean,” and “gentle.” But the truth is much more disturbing than that.

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Weaving Voices for Health & Justice @womensvoiceswve.bsky.social · 1d

30 years of WVE. A new name. A new era. October 16th. Stay tuned.

Weaving Voices for Health & Justice @womensvoiceswve.bsky.social · 2d

From October 20 through October 25, we’re pulling back the curtain on the lubricant industry. During our webinar on October 22, you will learn the “wicked” truth about toxic chemicals in lube and learn how to make safer decisions.

Register and learn more at: bit.ly/vhwwebinar

Weaving Voices for Health & Justice @womensvoiceswve.bsky.social · 3d

Learn More About Indigenous advocacy for environmental justice here: www.ienearth.org/about/
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About | Indigenous Environmental Network

Established in 1990 within the United States, IEN was formed by grassroots Indigenous peoples and individuals to address environmental and economic justice issues (EJ). IEN's activities include building the capacity of Indigenous communities and tribal governments to develop mechanisms to protect our sacred sites, land, water, air, natural resources, health of both our people and

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Weaving Voices for Health & Justice @womensvoiceswve.bsky.social · 3d

As we work towards a world free of toxic chemical exposure, we recognize the disproportionate risk that Indigenous communities face, and we stand in solidarity in the fight for economic and environmental justice.
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Weaving Voices for Health & Justice @womensvoiceswve.bsky.social · 3d

Women’s Voices for the Earth resides on the Indigenous homelands of the Arapaho, Ute, Cheyenne, Apache, Pueblo, and Shoshone tribes. Today, we celebrate and honor Indigenous Peoples’ Day, while uplifting the injustices that Indigenous people have endured and continue to battle.
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Weaving Voices for Health & Justice @womensvoiceswve.bsky.social · 7d

Join us for Vaginal Health Week, October 20 through October 25, where we will pull back the curtain on the lubricant industry!

On October 22, we will host our webinar "What Your Vagina Wants You to Know About Lube!"

Register and learn more at: bit.ly/vhwwebinar

Weaving Voices for Health & Justice @womensvoiceswve.bsky.social · 9d

Summer's Eve is going out of its way to hide the toxic chemicals in its products. Chemicals like Lilial, Galaxolide, and boric acid have been linked to serious health issues. Summer's Eve doesn't seem to care, but we do! Take action today: bit.ly/summersdeceiveaction

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Weaving Voices for Health & Justice @womensvoiceswve.bsky.social · 14d

Goodall’s strength and compassion resonated in her advocacy for animals, the environment and for gender justice. Rest in power.

Weaving Voices for Health & Justice @womensvoiceswve.bsky.social · 14d

Women’s Voices for the Earth honors the legacy of Jane Goodall. Her groundbreaking work with chimpanzees showed that young women could be scientists — and could teach the world things they never imagined about the creatures we share this planet with.

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Weaving Voices for Health & Justice @womensvoiceswve.bsky.social · 21d

What does a world that recognizes an intersectional solidarity approach as the key to ending toxic exposure look like to you? Comment below.
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Weaving Voices for Health & Justice @womensvoiceswve.bsky.social · 21d

We are committed to building a future where, regardless of race, gender, or zip code, communities are free from toxic chemicals and the health risks they cause.

Over the next 30 years, we envision a world where this dream becomes a reality.
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Weaving Voices for Health & Justice @womensvoiceswve.bsky.social · 21d

Everyone deserves to live in a healthy and safe environment. That includes where we live, work, play, and pray. At WVE, we reject and actively push back against racist rhetoric, actions, policies, and institutional oppression.
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Weaving Voices for Health & Justice @womensvoiceswve.bsky.social · 22d

Learn more about our campaign calling on Summer’s Eve to remove toxic chemicals and how to take action: womensvoices.org/sum...
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Summer's Deceive - Women's Voices for the Earth

Demand Safer Products from Summer’s Eve Back in 2016, WVE called out Summer’s Eve for its lack of ingredient disclosure and toxic chemicals lurking in its products. Under pressure from WVE, our allies, and activists, the company removed the ingredients we highlighted. But some companies never learn. Summer’s Eve is back with more harmful... Read More

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Weaving Voices for Health & Justice @womensvoiceswve.bsky.social · 22d

Summer’s Eve targets women who are focused on their health and fitness with campaigns like “Wipe the Day Away From Your Vajay,” but it is deceiving consumers by using toxic chemicals that have been linked to respiratory illness, cancer, and other reproductive harm.
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Weaving Voices for Health & Justice @womensvoiceswve.bsky.social · 22d

Today is Women's National Health and Fitness Day! While companies like Summer's Eve would take the day to tell you how important their products are for your well-being, we're going to be honest with you.
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Weaving Voices for Health & Justice @womensvoiceswve.bsky.social · 23d

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Weaving Voices for Health & Justice @womensvoiceswve.bsky.social · 23d

At WVE, we envision a world where no one’s health is endangered by toxic chemicals. What kind of future do you dream of? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
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Weaving Voices for Health & Justice @womensvoiceswve.bsky.social · 23d

People shouldn’t face higher risks of health issues, like reproductive harm or cancer, because they work in a salon or a cleaning business. Unfortunately, many hair care & cleaning product companies still fail to disclose harmful chemicals, such as fragrances or formaldehyde, in their products.
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Weaving Voices for Health & Justice @womensvoiceswve.bsky.social · 25d

Our office will be closed from Monday, September 22, through September 26.

While our team takes time away from our screens, we ask for your patience as we prioritize rest. We will be back online on Monday, September 29. Take care!

Weaving Voices for Health & Justice @womensvoiceswve.bsky.social · 27d

Black and Brown children are disproportionately harmed by both formaldehyde and the FDA’s failure to act. This month, as we shine a light on childhood cancer, we reaffirm our fight for protections against cancer-causing toxics. Join us in taking action today: bit.ly/fdatakeaction
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Tell the FDA we want Beautiful Hair Without the Scare!

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Weaving Voices for Health & Justice @womensvoiceswve.bsky.social · 27d

September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. As the FDA continues to stall on banning formaldehyde in hair straightening products, children remain at increased risk of cancer through repeated exposure. This disproportionately harms Black and Brown children.
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Weaving Voices for Health & Justice @womensvoiceswve.bsky.social · Sep 16

Now, Summer’s Eve is back with more harmful and undisclosed ingredients. It’s time to turn up the pressure! Take action today by calling out Summer's Eve and its parent company, Prestige Consumer Healthcare, and demand they remove toxic chemicals from their products: bit.ly/summersdeceiveaction

Summer's Deceive

Tell Summer’s Eve: Stop Hiding Toxic Ingredients in “Fresh” Products!

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Weaving Voices for Health & Justice @womensvoiceswve.bsky.social · Sep 16

Back in 2016, WVE called out Summer’s Eve for failing to disclose ingredients and for using toxic chemicals in their products. Under pressure from WVE, our allies, and activists, the company removed the ingredients we exposed. But some companies never learn.

Weaving Voices for Health & Justice @womensvoiceswve.bsky.social · Sep 10

We have carried that vision forward ever since, but the work continues. In honor of our 30th anniversary, we are sharing 30 visions for the future and invite you to dream with us. Comment below: What kind of world do you want to help create in the next 30 years? 💚🌍