Britteny Jenkins
Vice President, Environmental Justice | Massachusetts | She/Her
Britteny most recently worked as Policy Director for the Democratic Attorneys General Association and its affiliated 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations. Prior to that, Britteny worked in the U.S. House of Representatives, including holding the positions of Staff Director for the Subcommittee on Environment for the House Oversight Committee and Chief of Staff for Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib.
Britteny holds a J.D. from Washington and Lee University School of Law and a B.A. in Economics from East Carolina University. Britteny is excited to be joining CLF and is looking forward to exploring Boston and other areas of New England.
Recent Posts
Apr 2 2025
When you’re in a crisis, the last thing you should have to worry about is whether you can understand what’s going on. Whether it’s an emergency alert, a hospital visit, or a legal matter, clear information can mean the difference between safety and harm. And receiving that information in a language you can fully comprehend…
Feb 27 2025
This is part of an occasional series examining how the Trump administration may alter environmental laws. Across the country, communities have seen increased investments in clean energy, infrastructure, and environmental protections. This is partly due to policies like Justice40 and Title VI civil rights protections. These policies weren’t just bureaucracy. They aimed to address historic inequities by…
Jan 17 2025
Massachusetts has taken a historic step towards a cleaner, healthier future for all its residents. With the Governor’s signature, the state’s climate bill is now law – a bold move to address climate challenges while making everyday life better for families, commuters, business owners, and communities. Here’s a closer look at how this groundbreaking bill…
Dec 7 2024
In Louisiana, an 85-mile stretch of land along the Mississippi River – between Baton Rouge and New Orleans – has gained the area the infamous nickname of ‘Cancer Alley.’ The area hosts over 150 chemical plants that release cancer-causing pollutants into the air. Here, predominantly Black communities strive to raise families under threat from exposure…
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