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Creating a Thriving Anacostia River Corridor

The Anacostia Parks & Community Collaborative (APACC) is a network of community leaders and organizations working together to make the Anacostia River and its park system the best possible resource for residents of Ward 7 and 8 in the District of Columbia.

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News and Updates
The Office of the People's Counsel
The Office of the People's Counsel
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How the Feds Could Give D.C.'s Next Mayor 107 New Parks
How the Feds Could Give D.C.'s Next Mayor 107 New Parks
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DC Environmental Justice Priorities for Mayoral Transition
DC Environmental Justice Priorities for Mayoral Transition
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Community Health and Urban Health
Community Health and Urban Health
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The District’s Transportation System Taxes Everyone’s Time
The District’s Transportation System Taxes Everyone’s Time
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Oxon Run Park is a Leafy Refuge. Locals Are Working to Make it Inviting for Everyone.
Oxon Run Park is a Leafy Refuge. Locals Are Working to Make it Inviting for Everyone.
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A Tale of Three Creeks: Photos from D.C.’s Stream Restoration Projects
A Tale of Three Creeks: Photos from D.C.’s Stream Restoration Projects
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Shepherd Branch Trail
Shepherd Branch Trail
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Landmark Randomized Controlled Trial Shows Park Prescriptions Boost Physical Activity in Youth—A Scalable, No-Cost Tool for Clinicians Nationwide
Landmark Randomized Controlled Trial Shows Park Prescriptions Boost Physical Activity in Youth—A Scalable, No-Cost Tool for Clinicians Nationwide
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Upcoming Events
CSX Quarterly Meeting
Nov 12
CSX Quarterly Meeting

Join CSX for an update on ongoing projects, community engagement, and opportunities to ask questions and share your input.

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Reimagine the Shepherd Branch Rail Corridor
Nov 14
Reimagine the Shepherd Branch Rail Corridor
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Kingman & Heritage Islands Public Meetings on Defining Characteristics
Nov 14
Kingman & Heritage Islands Public Meetings on Defining Characteristics
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The READY Center Presents Bankability & Creditworthiness Workshop
Nov 19
The READY Center Presents Bankability & Creditworthiness Workshop

Join Master Wealth Builders for a workshop on bankability and creditworthiness. Learn how to leverage capital, strengthen your financial profile, and position yourself or your business for growth with practical strategies and expert insights.

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APACC General Meeting with Special Guest Rachel Clark
Nov 20
APACC General Meeting with Special Guest Rachel Clark
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Rails to Trails CSX Meeting
Dec 2
Rails to Trails CSX Meeting
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Annual Winter Wonderland
Dec 9
Annual Winter Wonderland
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APACC Policy Working Group
Dec 14
APACC Policy Working Group
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APACC General Meeting
Dec 18
APACC General Meeting
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Recent Videos
APACC Policy Working Group
APACC Policy Working Group
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Pepco Community Meeting
Pepco Community Meeting
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APACC General Meeting
APACC General Meeting
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APACC Policy Working Group
APACC Policy Working Group
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APACC General Meeting
APACC General Meeting
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APACC Policy Working Group
APACC Policy Working Group
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DPR SCORP Presentation by Riley Piva
DPR SCORP Presentation by Riley Piva
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CSX Quarterly Meeting | Rails to Trails
CSX Quarterly Meeting | Rails to Trails
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DC Water Presentation with Dr. Rabia Chaudry
DC Water Presentation with Dr. Rabia Chaudry
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Our Work

Our work is grounded in equity. We are building our collective capacity to meaningfully engage, invest in and improve the quality of life of marginalized communities.

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APACC Podcast

Learning more about critical environmental issues that impact the environment in our nation's capital.

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