Mya Trujillo Archives - Page 11 of 13 - The Washington Informer

Greener Roads Ahead: Antoine Thompson Advocates for Green Transportation Solutions

by Mya Trujillo April 16, 2025April 16, 2025

**FILE** The University of the District of Columbia (UDC) College of Agriculture, Urban Sustainability and Environmental Sciences (CAUSES) land grant centers will host a family-friendly celebration on Earth Day at the East Capitol Urban Farm, emphasizing the impact of collective action on sustainable practices. (WI photo)

Earth Month in the District: Local Efforts for a Global Cause

by Mya Trujillo April 16, 2025April 16, 2025

Former D.C. Councilmember Vincent Orange, pictured here at the D.C. Emancipation Day 20th Anniversary Parade, Festival and Concert, is credited as a champion for the D.C. Emancipation Day holiday. (Robert R. Roberts/The Washington Informer)

D.C. Emancipation Day 2025: Preserving History and Keeping Up the Fight

by Sam Plo Kwia Collins Jr. and Mya Trujillo April 14, 2025April 15, 2025

Chakaia Booker, in front of her sculpture titled “Acid Rain,” merges the destructiveness of incorrectly disposing of tires with the creativity of her artistic vision to portray the numerous possibilities of human nature’s effect on the environment.

‘Treading New Ground’ Confronts Consumerism’s Environmental Toll

by Mya Trujillo April 9, 2025April 10, 2025

The justice ministries of St. Augustine's Catholic Church marches alongside thousands of demonstrators on the National Mall during the "Hands Off" protest on April 5, standing firm in the congregation's commitment to justice and equity. (Jacques Benovil/The Washington Informer)

St. Augustine’s Catholic Church Joins the ‘Hands Off’ Movement Against Trump-Era Setbacks

by Mya Trujillo April 7, 2025April 8, 2025

Dr. Calvin W. Rolark Sr. (Courtesy photo)

A Landmark Year: The Rise of The Washington Informer

by Mya Trujillo and Jada Ingleton March 26, 2025March 31, 2025

Although cherry blossoms are not native to Washington, they aren’t considered invasive species, as they’ve become integral to the city’s culture. While it’s important to plant native trees like maples and oaks, the Japanese trees inspire a love for nature that is necessary in improving the environment. (Jacques Benovil/The Washington Informer)

Cherry Blossoms’ Role in Washington’s Tree Canopy

by Mya Trujillo March 26, 2025April 24, 2025

**FILE** As the Trump administration orders the removal of diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives in federal workplaces, the already-lacking diversity in U.S. foreign service is at risk. (Micha Green/The Washington Informer)

World

The Fight for Diversity in U.S. Diplomacy Amid Trump’s DEI Suppression

by Mya Trujillo March 12, 2025March 14, 2025

Seniors at Anacostia High School overcome discomfort by showcasing vulnerability in their newly published book. From written to oral presentations these students are adding their feelings regarding their dynamics with themselves, nature and the world around them to Washington’s history. (Mya Trujillo/The Washington Informer)

Anacostia High Schoolers Bloom by Publishing Book Analyzing Black Environmental Contributions

by Mya Trujillo March 12, 2025March 14, 2025

Ghana's Independence Square, or Black Star Square, is a space for public celebrations, especially on Independence Day. The Black star featured here and on the Ghanaian flag was inspired by Marcus Garvey’s Black Star Line, which sought to connect members of the diaspora back to Africa. (Sir Amugi, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons)

World

How Ghana Led the Way From Colonization to African Sovereignty

by Mya Trujillo March 5, 2025March 5, 2025

We'll send a verification code to %EMAIL%.