Daphany R Sanchez

Executive Director | Kinetic Communities

Pronouns: She/Ella

Daphany Rose Sanchez has worked as a community organizer and is an expert in climate and housing, focusing on community and social justice. Born and raised in New York City public housing, she witnessed and lived through the intersections of housing discrimination, climate divestment, and economic injustice. Her experience moved Daphany to fight for climate resiliency in the communities she grew up in, organizing communities across every borough while working alongside renewable energy companies and climate resiliency organizations to provide people with the tools they need to reduce their energy bills and protect their homes from natural disasters.

Presentations from Facing Race 2024

Energizing Justice: Empowering Communities through Climate Forward Initiatives

This breakout session, titled “Energizing Justice,” proposes an innovative approach to dismantling systemic racism by integrating the concept of energy justice into racial equity efforts. Set against the backdrop of New York City's vibrant history of activism and the transformative power of people in Black, Latinx, and People of Color communities, our session will explore how clean energy initiatives can catalyze community empowerment and systemic change.

“Energizing Justice” is a 90-minute interactive workshop designed to help attendees understand how the transition to renewable energy—a powerful tool—can advance racial justice. The session will combine a panel discussion featuring activists and experts in renewable energy and racial equity, hands-on art projects, and group activities to foster a participatory and solutions-oriented environment.

Speakers: Daphany R Sanchez, Yoselin Genao, Keila Delfina