Monday, February 15th, 2027
Venue: TBA
Following the incredible success of the 7th Annual African American Environmental Pioneer Awards (AAEPA), we are excited to announce that planning is already underway for the 2027 AAEPA Celebration!
In partnership with various organizations, this year’s event will provide a joyful and inspiring opportunity to honor Milwaukee’s African American environmental leaders, advocates, educators, and pioneers who are working every day to create a healthier, more sustainable community.
We are grateful to everyone that will join us in celebrating the achievements, leadership, and lasting impact of these remarkable individuals. The energy, inspiration, and sense of community will make the 2027 event truly unforgettable.
As we look ahead to 2027, we remain committed to recognizing and uplifting African Americans whose environmental stewardship, innovation, and advocacy are helping shape a brighter future for Milwaukee and beyond.
📅 Stay tuned for event details coming soon!
Together, we celebrate the past, honor the present, and inspire the next generation of environmental leaders.
2027 Honorees To Be Announced
The event will feature all the great food, culture, arts and fun of previous events and MORE
You can register now at this link and information will be sent to you before the event.
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Information about previous year’s events and awardees:
- Please see this link for information about the 2026 Awards and Awardees
- Please see this link for information about the 2025 Awards and Awardees
- Please see this link for information about the 2024 Awards and Awardees
- Please see this link for information about the 2023 Awards and Awardees
- Please see this link for information about the 2022 Awards and Awardees
- Please see this link for information about the 2021 Awards and Awardees
- Please see this link for information about the 2020 Awards and Awardees
2027 Event Sponsors will be announced soon.
If you or organization would like to become a sponsor of the event click: AAEPA 2027 Fundraising Letter
Your support will make a tremendous difference. To contribute online, please donate through this link.
To contribute via check, please mail and write your check as payable to:
Milwaukee Water Commons
1836 W. Fond du Lac Ave.
Milwaukee, WI 53205
2027 AAEPA Planning Committee:
- Jen Abel, Sierra Club Great Waters Group
- Niki Espy, Neighborhood House of Milwaukee
- Terry Evans, Nearby Nature Milwaukee
- Aton Fox, Milwaukee Water Commons
- Danitra Jones, Northwest Side CDC
- Supreme Moore Omokunde, WI State Representative, Dist 17
- Julien Phifer, Milwaukee County Parks
- Wilniesha Smith, Community Member
- Ifeoluwapo Tolorunju, Sherman Park Community Association
- Cheri Fuqua, The Middle Ground MKE
- Netaya Taylor, Nearby Nature Board Member
- Detaya Johnson, Educator & Community Engagement
- Alana Fisher, Earth Echo
- Milton Byers, National Audubon Society
- Jerica Wurzer, MKE FreshAir Collective