Join ENVIRONMENTAL COMMUNITY ACTION, INC. on Friday, November 14th at 6:00 PM cocktail hour and 7 PM soiree, at The Slate Room 1959 Piedmont Rd NE, Suite B, Atlanta, GA 30324 for an evening where culture, community, and celebration come alive. This year’s theme, Roots & Rhythm, invites you to honor your heritage—or any culture you’d like to celebrate—by wearing attire that showcases the beauty of global traditions.Together, we will move in rhythm and root ourselves in purpose as we celebrate the legacy of ECO-Action and honor our founder, Carol Williams, a visionary leader in environmental justice. Carol Williams, the founder ofEnvironmental Community Action (ECO-Action), served as Executive Director from 1989 to 2005. Through her leadership, ECO-Action grew into a powerful advocate for environmental justice, ensuring marginalized communities had access to clean air, water, and land. She devoted her career to empowering vulnerable populations, cultivating resilience, and amplifying women’s leadership in the fight for justice. Her legacy continues to inspire our mission today.Evening Timeline
- Reception – 6:00 PM
- Program – 7:00–10:00 PM
- Dinner – 7:45 PM
Dress Code: After 5 and/or Cultural Attire – honor your roots or celebrate the culture of your choice.What to Expect
- Cultural Attire Parade – Celebrate your roots or honor a culture you admire
- Live Music & Rhythms – From soulful melodies to energetic beats
- Spoken Word & Performances – Voices of passion and purpose
- Silent Auction – Bid on unique experiences and treasures
- Dining & Dancing – Delicious food, joyful movement, and community connection
Support Eco-Action's Work, become a Sponsor!Sponsorship levels
The Symphony Level ($10,000+), which sponsors five youth ambassadors.
The Drum Circle Level ($5,000 - $9,999) sponsors the Urban Forestry initiative.
The Harp Level ($2,000 - $4,999) which sponsors technical assistance and watershed education.
The Flute Level ($250 - $1,999) sponsors community leadership and sustainability training sessions.
If you are interested in becoming a sponsor, simply joining us for the evening or purchasing an ad in our program book, click on "Get Tickets". Scroll down to choose your sponsorship level and ourchase ads, or contact ECO-Action Executive Director Carla Lewis at (404) 584-6499 or c.lewis@eco-act.org for additional information.
NOTE: If you are a high school student, a college student or a community partner, planning to attend Roots & Rhythm, please e-mail m.mclendon@eco-act.org to find out how you can purchase your ticket at our special student rate.
