It has been a few years since Liquid Assets first opened its doors as a forum to introduce water to the public as a vital asset. As a member of the Chicago News Weekly staff, Mila Marshall wrote a weekly column that educated and enlightened our readers on the significance of clean water for our well-being—as humans, as a community, and as a nation.
Water is one of our most precious global assets. Mila’s passion for keeping the public informed aligned perfectly with the vision of our publisher, Cheryl Mainor Norman, and myself as Editor-in-Chief. We believe it is our responsibility to provide our communities with the information necessary to meet life on solid ground. Without information, there is no knowledge; we firmly believe that an uninformed community leads to the fall of democracy.
Ignorance is not bliss. When Mila first shared her knowledge regarding water and air pollution with such exuberance, we were captivated. We realized that while more privileged communities were already taking steps to rid their neighborhoods of contaminated water, our communities were being left behind. When she proposed the first Liquid Assets forum, we were "all in." Her passion for educating the population has only grown since then.
Please join us on May 6 to observe Chicago Water Week. In partnership with the Sierra Club Illinois Chapter, we present Liquid Assets: The Stories Shaping Water Justice in Chicago. This virtual panel will discuss how water issues are reported, framed, and understood across the city.
Event Details
As climate change intensifies pressures on water access, quality, and infrastructure, the role of media becomes increasingly vital. This conversation will examine who is telling these stories, which perspectives are often left out, and how stronger storytelling can drive more equitable water solutions. This event is part of Chicago Water Week, presented by Current.
Learn more at: currentwater.org
Dr. Mila Marshall is an environmental professional and journalist with a passion for advancing sustainability in all sectors. Her passion is directed towards urban food systems in segregated cities.