EVENTS
February 4: Citizen Lobbying for Solar Access in West Virginia | Remote 7 p.m. EST
- Join the Solar United Neighbors West Virginia team for a training event on how to be an effective advocate for solar. Learn about the ins and outs of meeting with legislators, how to make an effective and impactful argument, and share information about upcoming opportunities to shape solar policy in West Virginia. Register here.
February 8: Industry & Landowner Negotiation 101| Zoom at 2 p.m. EST
- Learn more about property law basics, eminent domain, alternatives to selling land, and real-world negotiation examples from Jocelyn Phares, JD. Phares is an environmental law expert, former FERC coordinator, and adjunct professor at WV Wesleyan College.
Representatives from the West Virginia Health Plan talking to Rural Health Day participants in 2025. Photographed by Perry Bennett for the West Virginia Legislature.
February 16: Rural Health Day | WV State Capitol Building 8 a.m.
- The WVRHA invites you to the Capitol for a day of educating lawmakers on rural health issues, and advocating for policies that enhance the well-being of rural West Virginians. Read more here.
February 17: Local Food & Farms Day | WV State Capitol Building 9 a.m.
- Have you ever wanted to learn more about agriculture and food access in West Virginia? Or maybe you have opinions and ideas to voice to state leaders? Local Food & Farms Day is the place for you! Read more about it here.
February 23: Environmental Day (E-Day) | WV State Capitol Building 9 a.m.
- Join the West Virginia Environmental Council (WVEC) and other organizations for a fun day of environmental advocacy and education. Organizations from all over the state will be tabling with information about their work and how you can get involved. Register for E-Day here.
OPPORTUNITIES
West Virginia Rivers Coalition is hiring a Southern West Virginia Coordinator to join their community engagement team. Apply here.
West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is hiring for several roles, including an Environmental Inspector. Apply here.
New Roots Community Farm is hiring a Farm to School Americorps Member. Apply here.
ACTIONS
West Virginia Citizen Action Group needs your help stopping HB 4013. The legislation would give large tax breaks to data centers—potentially taking millions in tax revenue from West Virginians. Take action NOW.
