Welcome to the office
of NaTisha Washington
NaTisha Washington is a proud Wilkinsburg native who has dedicated her life to strengthening and uplifting communities with a special focus on environmental justice (EJ) and Black disinvested communities that have long been neglected. As a long-time resident and advocate, NaTisha deeply understands the unique challenges faced by these impacted neighborhoods. In her current role as a Communications Manager for the Breathe Project and former role as an Environmental Justice Organizer for 412 Justice, NaTisha facilitates community conversations, engages directly with residents, researches pressing environmental issues, and speaks out on health-related environmental concerns throughout Southwestern Pennsylvania, especially in the Mon Valley. She is a strong voice for equitable solutions to pollution and health disparities, ensuring that those most impacted are heard and empowered to take collective action.
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Beyond advocacy, NaTisha is a local entrepreneur who helps organizations connect with and invest in EJ and Black disinvested communities through her nonprofit consulting business. She's also a co-owner of a facilitation DEI-focused consulting business that addresses diverse engagement in EJ work. Additionally, she is passionate about preparing youth for the green economy and celebrating local businesses and artists to help drive economic revitalization.
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NaTisha is committed to building safer, healthier, and more equitable neighborhoods where every resident has the opportunity to thrive.
To learn more about her background & current work, click the button below.
COMMUNITY PRIORITIES & RESOURCES
"We need to live in a society where people do not merely support progressive change, but fight for it!"
Learn more about the issues NaTisha Washington plans to address in Allegheny below.
COUNCIL INITIATIVES
As an active member of the
Blight & Infrastructure committee, Special Events committee, borough representative on the Wilkinsburg Landbank, and soon to be Shade Tree Committee member NaTisha is committed to ensuring the community is aware of current and upcoming projects in the borough
COMMUNITY RESOURCES
On this website we will be keeping a running list of resources available to borough residents. There are many unknown and growing resouce availability in the commmunity so we want to ensure people are aware and gain access to them.
If there's a resource that you know of that you don't see on this page, feel free to share it with us to be added.
HOW TO CONTACT ME
As a community politician, having access to the community is priority. You can always reach out to my borough council email nwashington@wilkinsburg.pa.gov
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But if it is specific to my capaign work feel free to feel out the submission form below
Featured Event:
January 30th - Wilkinsburg Aldi's Grand Opening
February Events & Meeting in Wilkinsburg
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Infrastructure & Blight Committee - Feb 3rd at 6pm
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Shade Tree Committee - Feb 6th at 6:30pm
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Special Events Committee - Feb 11th at 6pm
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Public Safety Committee - Feb 13th at 9am
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The SWPA Rail Report is on the agenda
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Wilkinsburg Borough Council Meeting
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Work Session - Feb 5th at 7pm
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Legislative session - Feb 13th at 7pm
DONATE TO OUR WORK
Building a stronger, healthier community takes all of us. With your support, we can expand our reach, uplift local projects, and ensure residents are informed and engaged in the decisions shaping our borough. Your donation helps drive real action on environmental justice, public health, and community well-being. Every contribution fuels grassroots efforts that empower residents, support local businesses, and advocate for meaningful change. If you believe in this mission, please donate and sign up for our newsletter to stay updated on the impact of your support.
Together, we can create a healthier, more just future for all!
— The Friends of NaTisha C. Washington