South LA Tree Coalition

A new USC study reveals a striking disparity in tree coverage between South #LosAngeles, which averages only 13% canopy cover, and the citywide average of 21%. As #ClimateChange intensifies, local leaders are calling for more trees to help cool their neighborhoods and improve public health. Lead researcher and #USC Price assistant professor Santina Contreras emphasizes that including community voices in urban forestry efforts is crucial to creating a greener, more equitable South L.A. Read more: uscprice.page/4eiitkn @USC @USCDornsife @SouthLATrees @ResearchAtUSC

South Los Angeles community members share their thoughts on trees. @SantinaContrer @USCDornsife @USCPrice @USCAnnenberg

The County & City of LA are creating Urban Forest Management Plans that set the vision for how we protect & maintain trees. Join us Saturday for a neighborhood workshop at Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library! Share your vision & win a prize! bit.ly/LAUFMPWorkshops #UrbanForestLA

We need your input! The County and City of Los Angeles are creating plans for the future of trees in our communities. Take this 5 minute questionnaire and your thoughts will help shape the plans. bit.ly/3FSyGy3 #UrbanForestLA