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Interfaith Climate Change Network
Interfaith Climate Change Network

www.protectingcreation.org
Basic History
The Interfaith Climate Change Network (ICCN) is a collaborative effort of the
Eco-Justice Working Group of the National council of the Churches of Christ in
the USA and the coalition on the Environment and Jewish Life. The Coalition on
the Environment and Jewish Life and the National Council of Churches are
partners in an unique interfaith organization called the National Religious
Partnership for the Environment. The other partners are the US Catholic
Conference and the Evangelical Environmental Network. Together, NCC and COEJL
have organized 8 statewide interfaith climate change campaigns. These campaigns
provide and opportunity for individuals and congregations to get involved in
educating and organizing their communities.
Basic Beliefs
The ICCN's goal is to pursue justice for the poor around the world and protect
all life on earth by taking action to address global climate change. They hope
that you'll become part of the network and make your voice heard in their
campaign to protect the Earth's climate.
Basic Facts
The Eco-Justice Working Group of the National Council of Churches of Christ in
the USA is made up of representatives from 23 national communions
(denominations) that work together on environmental issues
The Coalition on the Environment and Jewish
Life (COEJL) is a broad coalition of 29 national Jewish organizations
representing the broad spectrum of Jewish life. COEJL has 13 Regional
Affiliations across North America working in Jewish communities to organize
environmental education, action, and advocacy.
Location
Coalition on the Environment and Jewish Life
443 Park Avenue South
New York, NY 10016
Phone (212) 684-6950 ext. 210
Eco-Justice Working Group National Council of
the Churches of Christ in the USA
475 Riverside Drive
New York, NY 10115
Phone (212) 870-2385
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