A nationwide study by Healthy Babies Bright Futures found that rice sold across the U.S. contains toxic heavy metals, including arsenic, cadmium, lead, and mercury. After testing 145 rice brands in 20 major cities, researchers detected arsenic in every sample, with one in four exceeding the FDA’s limit for infant rice cereal.

UPAL hosted 40 students from Chapel Hill, NC for a powerful day of learning about Lead Poisoning Prevention and Environmental Justice. The visit included a tour of the Hub, hands-on activities, and planting finch trees donated by VSU to honor Lead Awareness Month.

UPAL hosted 40 students from Chapel Hill, NC for a powerful day of learning about Lead Poisoning Prevention and Environmental Justice. The visit included a tour of the Hub, hands-on activities, and planting finch trees donated by VSU to honor Lead Awareness Month.

Partnershing for a Resilient Petersburg is featured in a historic urban community of color in Petersburg, Virginia's "The Heights" neighborhood.