Multiple Emmy- and Golden Globe–nominated actress Connie Britton has starred in some of the best-reviewed shows on television, including Spin City, The West Wing, 24, Friday Night Lights, American Horror Story, Nashville, 911, Dirty John, The White Lotus, Dear Edward, Zero Day and most recently Overcompensating. Throughout her career, she has also appeared in many films including The Family McMullen, The Life List, Winner, Here After, Luckiest Girl Alive, Joe Bell, Promising Young Woman, This Is Where I Leave You, and The Brothers McMullen.  

Ms. Britton is a graduate of Dartmouth College with a B.A. in Asian Studies. In April 2014, Britton was appointed as a Goodwill Ambassador for the United Nations Development Programme. In this role, she raises awareness about UNDP’s work in poverty eradication and women’s empowerment, advocating for the American and global public. Britton also helms her production company, Deep Blue, which is committed to programming that will expand and deepen diverse and honest reflections of ourselves.  Through Deep Blue, her show The Motherhood premiered last year, highlighting the challenges, rewards, and strength of single moms, and illuminating how we can lift each other up through the power of community.

(Credit – Austin Hargrave for Connie Britton’s headshot)

Originally from Maryland, multi-platinum, GRAMMY ® Award-nominated producer/ songwriter/ performer Maggie Rogers released her breakthrough EP Now That The Light Is Fading in 2017. Widely hailed as an artist to watch, Rogers shared her critically acclaimed Capitol Records debut album Heard It In A Past Life in 2019 and immediately found tremendous success: entering Billboard’s Top Album Sales chart at No. 1 and debuting at No. 2 on the Billboard 200. The album earned raves from the likes of NPR, The New York Times, Rolling Stone, Pitchfork, TIME Magazine, Vogue, and many more. Heard It In A Past Life also landed Rogers a Best New Artist nomination at the 62nd GRAMMY ® Awards.  The album, which contains the Platinum hits “Light On” and “Alaska,” has amassed over 1 billion streams globally and is certified Gold in the U.S. In 2022, Rogers released her follow up album, Surrender to widespread acclaim and embarked on two sold-out headline tours across Europe and North America.  Rogers’ new album, Don’t Forget Me is out now.  Pitchfork said, “the singer-songwriter’s third album is her strongest yet, the sound of a wise, clear-eyed, melodious prodigy coming into her own voice,” while The New Yorker deemed Rogers’ Don’t Forget Me as “the loosest and most elemental music she’s made…” and Rolling Stone named Don’t Forget Me as one of their “100 Best Albums of 2024.” Rogers recently wrapped “The Don’t Forget Me Tour, Part II” —her first-ever arena outing — which included two sold out shows at New York City’s Madison Square Garden and the Kia Forum in Inglewood, CA. Her television appearances include “Saturday Night Live,” “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon,” “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert,” “Austin City Limits,” “Today” and “CBS Sunday Morning.

(Credit – Shervin Lainez for Maggie Rogers’ headshot)

John Allaire, a former environmental engineer with over 40 years in the oil industry, is now a staunch advocate for his community in Cameron, Louisiana. Having witnessed firsthand the devastation caused by climate change, including hurricanes and sea level rise, he works to protect the region’s fragile coastline. His efforts focus on addressing the environmental damage caused by LNG export terminals and advocating for a more sustainable future for the Gulf Coast. Allaire is a vocal opponent of projects that threaten the ecosystem while pushing for solutions that support long-term resilience and environmental health.

Jo and Joy Banner, Ph,D. are twin sisters and co-founders of The Descendants Project, a nonprofit advocating for Black descendant communities in Louisiana’s River Parishes. Raised in Wallace, their ancestral home, they fight against environmental racism and industrial expansion on historic land. Jo, with a background in communications, leads efforts to challenge exploitative legal systems and reclaim green spaces. Joy, a former Director of Communications at Whitney Plantation, amplifies descendant narratives. Together, they work to dismantle systemic injustices and ensure the health, prosperity, and self-determination of their community.

Based in Brownsville, Texas, Christopher Basaldú, Ph,D. is Esto’k Gna (human being) — a member of the Carrizo Comecrudo Nation. Basaldú is one of the founding members of the South Texas Environmental Justice Network, works alongside community members and tribal leadership to protect sacred lands and to advocate for environmental and social justice through the full restoration of Indigenous lands and sovereignty, anti imperialism, anticapitalism, and antifascism.

John Beard, Jr. is a force in Port Arthur, Texas, with over 32 years of public service, including nine as a City Councilman and Mayor Pro Tem. He’s the founder of the Port Arthur Community Action Network (PA-CAN), a powerhouse for community development and public health advocacy in Southeast Texas. With 38 years in the petrochemical industry, Beard combines hands-on expertise with an unwavering commitment to his community’s health and safety. Whether he’s leading flood planning efforts or fighting for city improvements, Beard is a tireless advocate who ensures that Port Arthur’s voice is heard and its future is protected.

Elida Castillo is a fierce environmental justice advocate based in Corpus Christi, Texas, dedicated to protecting Gulf Coast communities from the harmful impacts of the fossil fuel and petrochemical industries. As a leader in grassroots organizing, she works to amplify the voices of those most affected by industrial pollution, fighting for clean air, water, and a just transition for local communities. Castillo is committed to exposing corporate harm, holding polluters accountable, and ensuring that frontline residents have the power to shape a healthier, more sustainable future for South Texas.

Madeline Chapman is a dedicated community leader and advocate from the Hillcrest neighborhood located in Corpus Christi, Texas. She has been actively involved in efforts to protect her community from the environmental and health risks posed by fossil fuel expansion, particularly petrochemical plants. Chapman played a central role in the fight for the voluntary relocation program for residents, advocating for those displaced by pollution and ensuring their voices were heard in the decision-making process. She continues to work toward a sustainable future for Hillcrest and other vulnerable communities in the region.

Travis and Nicole Dardar founded Fishermen Interested in Saving Our Heritage (FISH) in Cameron Parish, Louisiana, to protect their community from the expansion of liquefied natural gas (LNG) terminals. Travis, an Indigenous fisherman displaced from Isle de Jean Charles, has firsthand experience with the environmental destruction caused by industry expansion. Together, Travis and Nicole organize protests, advocate for policy change, and fight to preserve fishing access and coastal livelihoods. Their efforts include mobilizing local fishermen and hosting high-profile demonstrations against LNG development.

Johnny Dugger is a cattle rancher and environmental advocate in Jackson County, Texas. He is deeply involved in fighting the pollution and contamination of groundwater from the oil and gas industry in the region. With a strong commitment to protecting the county’s air, groundwater, waterways, and land, Johnny has worked to raise awareness of the environmental risks of industrial pollution. Through his advocacy, he strives to secure stronger regulatory protections and ensure that his community remains safe and sustainable for future generations.

Growing up in the border West Texas community of El Paso, Texas and Ciudad Juarez, Mexico, Miguel Escoto has witnessed the oil and gas industry’s oppression of vulnerable communities for many years. Since 2020, he has conducted fieldwork in the Permian Basin alongside certified Thermographer Sharon Wilson. In 2023, with Wilson, he founded Oilfield Witness, a fieldwork-based oil and gas watchdog organization. As Organizing Director at Oilfield Witness, he uses this oilfield perspective to support climate movements and organizations in West Texas and elsewhere. Escoto is a co-founder of Amanecer People’s Project–a membership-based, power-building climate organization in El Paso, Texas. Escoto is a documentary filmmaker. He has written/directed award-winning climate documentaries like Uncovering the Permian Climate Bomb (2023), and Proposition Amanecer (2023). He produced a podcast series about the Permian Basin titled “Murdering our Stars.” He is 27 years old and is based in El Paso, Texas.

Jenny Espino is a seasoned organizer with over 15 years of experience across Texas, deeply connected to the Coastal Bend. She has worked on a range of social justice issues, from labor rights to reproductive justice, always emphasizing the intersection of struggles. Having personally witnessed the effects of environmental racism, she is driven to fight for environmental justice and systemic change. Espino has led workshops and spoken at global conferences on activism, strategy, and movement-building.

Ramon Holguin is a frontline environmental advocate and lead coordinator of Texas Permian Future Generations, working to expose and combat the dangers of methane pollution across Texas. With a deep commitment to environmental justice, he collaborates with impacted communities to document emissions, hold polluters accountable, and push for stronger protections. Using cutting-edge monitoring technology and on-the-ground organizing, Holguin ensures that the voices of those most affected by the oil and gas industry are heard. His work is driven by a passion for clean air, climate action, and a just transition for all communities.

Bishop Wilfret Johnson is the senior pastor of Oakville Missionary Baptist Church in Plaquemines Parish, Louisiana, and a dedicated advocate for environmental justice. He has been actively involved in challenging the expansion of liquefied natural gas (LNG) facilities in the region, expressing concerns about the potential risks to public safety and the environment. In his writings, Bishop Johnson emphasizes the need for comprehensive evacuation plans and the protection of communities from industrial hazards. His leadership reflects a commitment to safeguarding the health and well-being of his parishioners and the broader community.

LaMarcus Knox is the Treasurer of the Hillcrest Resident Association in Corpus Christi, Texas, where he advocates for his community’s health and environmental justice. Knox has helped lead protests and efforts to raise awareness about the potential impacts of fossil fuel expansion on his community, which already faces environmental challenges. His leadership continues to focus on protecting Hillcrest from further industrial expansion and ensuring a sustainable future for residents.

Sharon Lavigne is the founder of Rise St. James, a grassroots group fighting petrochemical pollution in Louisiana’s Cancer Alley. A former teacher turned activist, she successfully led efforts to stop a massive Formosa Plastics plant, protecting her community from further toxic exposure. Her work has earned international recognition, including the Goldman Environmental Prize. Shamyra Lavigne is an executive assistant at Rise St. James who has been actively involved in legal actions challenging industrial expansion in the region, including a federal lawsuit against the local government for permitting petrochemical plants in predominantly Black communities. In recognition of her dedication, Shamyra received the Louisiana Environmental Justice Award from the Louisiana Just Recovery Network. Sharon & Shamyra’s efforts continue to focus on fighting industrial expansion, advocating for clean air, and empowering residents to defend their health and homes.

Juan Mancias is a passionate community leader and environmental advocate from the Rio Grande Valley, Texas. As Tribal Chair of the Carrizo Comecrudo Tribe of Texas, he has dedicated his work to protecting the land, water, and cultural heritage of his people. Mancias is deeply involved in efforts to address the environmental and health impacts of industrial pollution, advocating for the rights of Indigenous communities and frontline residents. His activism focuses on challenging corporate exploitation, promoting environmental justice, and preserving the natural resources that sustain his community, while pushing for a more sustainable and equitable future for the Rio Grande Valley.

Melanie Oldham is a healthcare professional with 40 years of experience and a passionate environmental advocate from Freeport, Texas, located near the Gulf of Mexico. In 2006, she founded Better Brazoria: Clean Air and Water in Brazoria Co,, helping to shut down the Gulf Chemical + Metallurgical Co. due to its pollution. Oldham’s work focuses on public health and environmental contamination, particularly ozone pollution in the Houston/Galveston/Brazoria area. She is also dedicated to inspiring youth through outdoor activities and is currently assisting others in submitting comments on the Coastal Protection Plan for Freeport.

Roishetta Sibley Ozane is the founder of The Vessel Project of Louisiana, a mutual aid and environmental justice organization dedicated to supporting vulnerable communities, particularly Black, Indigenous, and low-income individuals. A nationally and internationally recognized advocate and a proud mother of six, she is driven by a vision for a sustainable future free from environmental and economic exploitation. Through The Vessel Project, she provides direct aid while empowering communities to advocate for themselves. Having lost her home during Hurricanes Laura and Delta, she understands firsthand the need for grassroots support and systemic change. Ozane remains committed to uplifting others and fighting for clean air, clean water, and a just transition.

Debra Ramirez is an environmental advocate from Mossville, Louisiana, who became active in the 1980s following a chemical leak that contaminated the community’s groundwater. She was a founding member of the Mossville Environmental Action Network (MEAN), which fought for the community’s health and environmental justice. Ramirez has worked on improving drinking water quality and addressing health impacts, including advocating for relocation programs for residents. Her ongoing efforts focus on preserving her community’s well-being and pushing for environmental and health improvements.

Manning Rollerson, Jr. III is a lifelong Freeport, Texas resident and the founder of the Freeport Haven Project, fighting against local corruption and industrial pollution along the Gulf Coast. As a relentless advocate for environmental justice, he sheds light on the devastating health and safety impacts of the fossil fuel industry, particularly in Freeport’s East End—a historically Black neighborhood that has endured decades of pollution, displacement, and neglect. Rollerson is committed to empowering his community, holding polluters accountable, and pushing for a future where residents can thrive without the burden of industrial harm.

Lamont Taylor is Vice President of the Hillcrest Resident Association, Co-Chair of the Citizens Alliance for Fairness and Progress, and Board Member of the Corpus Christi Black Chamber of Commerce. Taylor is committed to advocating for environmental justice, ensuring future generations inherit clean air and water.

Chloe Torres is a dedicated environmental justice organizer from Corpus Christi, Texas, working to protect Gulf Coast communities from the harmful effects of industrial pollution. Passionate about grassroots organizing, they empower fellow frontline residents, particularly those impacted by the fossil fuel and petrochemical industries, to voice their concerns and take collective action against polluting corporations and their government collaborators. Torres is committed to holding polluters accountable, fighting for clean air and water, and ensuring a just and sustainable future for South Texas.

Diane Wilson, a former shrimper from Calhoun County, Texas, won a landmark $50 million lawsuit against Formosa Plastics for toxic plastic waste dumping. Her efforts have inspired global change, leading to stricter environmental regulations and earning her the Goldman Environmental Prize. Currently, Wilson continues to advocate for Gulf Coast communities, working to hold companies accountable and ensure clean water, while monitoring Formosa’s compliance with its environmental commitments. Through grassroots activism and legal action, she remains a powerful force in the fight for environmental justice and the protection of coastal ecosystems. Wilson is a fourth generation fisherwoman and grassroots hell raiser.

Sharon, a 5th-generation Texan, left oil and gas after 12 years due to ethical differences. She moved to her Wise County farm and watched as the fracking boom turned her air brown and well water black while documenting fracking impacts on Texas Sharon. In 2014, she became a certified optical gas imaging thermographer, and has exposed methane pollution nationwide and internationally, briefing NATO, the EPA, and lawmakers while leading media and congressional tours of oil and gas sites. In 2023 Wilson co-founded the non-profit Oilfield Witness.