Declare That Health Is a Human Right. Take the Pledge To Protect the Freedom To Breathe.

Black man breathing clean air
Freedom To Breathe Campaign Is Brought to You by the Black Appalachian Coalition

I pledge to uphold the belief that health is a fundamental human right, essential for every individual's dignity, well-being, and empowerment.

I commit to:

  • Advocating for equitable access to quality healthcare for all, regardless of race, gender, income, geography, or other identity or circumstance.

  • Working to dismantle the systemic barriers and inequities that perpetuate health disparities in marginalized and underserved communities.

  • Supporting policies, practices, and initiatives that promote environmental justice, clean air and water, mental health care, reproductive rights, and community wellness.

  • Advocating for the right to breathe clean air, free from toxins and pollutants, is a basic necessity for health and life.

  • Advocate for the right to access clean, safe water and recognize it as essential for health, well-being, and dignity.

  • Centering the voices and lived experiences of those most impacted by health inequities in decision-making and solutions.

  • Recognizing that health is deeply interconnected with economic justice, racial justice, and environmental sustainability, and striving for holistic approaches that address these intersections.

  • Promoting trauma-informed, healing-centered practices that prioritize individuals' and communities' mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being.

  • Standing in solidarity with communities advocating for their right to live healthy, thriving lives free from harm and oppression.

Together, we will create a world where health is no longer a privilege for the few but an undeniable, unassailable right for all—ensuring justice, equity, and dignity for future generations.