Micah 6:8 Mission in the Media
Over the years, Micah 6:8 Mission has become a trusted voice in the fight for environmental justice, community empowerment, and faith-rooted advocacy. Our work has drawn the attention of local news outlets, statewide media, and community blogs — not because we seek recognition, but because the stories we tell and the truths we uncover matter. From challenging polluters and pushing back on political narratives to uplifting the voices of those most impacted, we’ve been honored to stand in the spotlight when it means shining light on injustice.
This page highlights a collection of news articles, blog posts, interviews, and public responses that feature our mission in action. Whether it’s our leadership in the fight for clean air, our response to public officials, or the powerful testimony of our neighbors, these moments capture our ongoing commitment to justice, mercy, and community. We invite you to explore, share, and join us in continuing the work.
NYT: Wirecutter – 9 Extreme Weather Survivors Share the Tools That Helped Them Get Through Disaster
You always have tarps if you’re in this area. I think I had two or three on my roof, because that whole side where the oak tree hit was kind of a mess. What was lifesaving was using a tarp inside my house to limit the space that needed to be cooled. This was not something I had thought of before Hurricane Laura. – Cynthia Parker Robertson – 07/30/2025
KPLC – Creating certified wildlife habitat in your own backyard
“For me, we’re all God’s creatures and we all need to pay attention to providing habitat for all God’s creatures,” said Cindy Robertson of Sulphur. She has established a wildlife habitat certified by the National Wildlife Federation and it’s in the backyard at Micah 6:8. The habitat is comprised of a pond, and goldfish who call it home, a garden, compost and, of course, other living creates such as rescue goats Dolly and Jewel. – 06/05/2025
On days of heavy pollution in Sulphur, a southwest Louisiana town surrounded by more than 16 industrial plants, Cynthia “Cindy” Robertson once flew a red flag outside her home so her community knew they faced health hazards from high levels of soot and other pollutants. – 05/27/2025
National Academy of Medicine – From Vision to Action: Community-Led Solutions Bridge Climate and Health in Network’s First Year
Cindy Robertson, executive director of Micah 6:8 Mission, joined a panel at the American Meteorological Society’s annual meeting to talk about efforts to reduce climate change impacts along the Gulf Coast. – 05/24/2025
It’s about silencing communities like mine,” said Cynthia Robertson, executive director of the group Micah 6:8 Mission in Sulphur, Louisiana. – 05/23/2025
Micah 6:8 Mission, a group in southwest Louisiana, also signed on to the lawsuit, along with New Orleans-based nonprofit, JOIN for Clean Air. – 05/22/2025
NOLA New Orleans Advocate – Environmental groups sue over Louisiana air pollution monitoring law
Micah 6:8 Mission, one of the plaintiffs in the case, has been monitoring pollution in Sulphur near the Westlake chemical plant after purchasing an emissions device through an EPA grant. The organization found that the area had unhealthy levels of particulate pollutions on most days, but has stopped posting their data on social media. “Louisiana wants to silence us for doing what the state refuses to do — tell people what’s in the air they breathe,” said Cynthia Robertson, the executive director of the organization, according to the press release. – 05/22/2025
E&E News Politico – Trump win forces carbon removal developers to reconsider oil
But many of the people who live closest to the planned DAC facility weren’t in attendance, according to Cynthia Robertson, the executive director of the local environmental group Micah 6:8 Mission.” The folks that typically are at things like this benefit from it — or they’re trying to figure out how to benefit from it,” she said. – 11/25/2024
KPLC – SWLA community members discuss lasting impact of non-unanimous juries
“Something about being in Angola, being incarcerated when you know you didn’t get a fair trial. It eats at you and some people getting life sentences.” – 10/23/2024
“Did anyone get the Phase One Environmental Study they promised at the City Council meeting?” – Cindy Parker Robertson – 10/22/2024
KPLC – Environmentalists protest civil rights ruling outside Lake Charles federal court – 10/04/2024
KPLC – Protest w/ Concerned Citizens of LC
“EPA was trying to use the civil rights act, which guarantees rights for all of our citizens, and especially when there’s a disparate impact, when those who are marginalized are suffering more than others, that is what they’re trying to do and what this law does is remove the ability.” – James Hiatt – 10/04/2024
American Press – Protest w/Concerned Citizens of LC
“Every generation has to reclaim our right to freedom. Communities in Louisiana have been burdened by industrial pollution for way too long. Hope was in sight for these polluters to finally be held accountable, until the State of Louisiana decided to protect polluters instead of the people. We are demanding clean air, equal rights, and justice for all, because no one should have to choose between their health and their home.” – Paul Geary – 10/04/2024
KPLC – Westlake Chemical seeks permit changes at Lake Charles South complex
Micah 6:8 was one of the dozens of community groups awarded an EPA grant to purchase an air quality monitor. The group was founded six years ago by Cynthia Robertson to serve the residents of Sulphur, Louisiana, located in southwest Louisiana’s sprawling petrochemical corridor – 09/26/2024
M68M submitted over 100 pages of comments to the LDEQ – 09/05/2024
KPLC – Venture Global Permit Change
35 Community Members spoke, many shown via video in this article – 08/21/2024
KPLC – Concerns arise over new procedures for public comments at emergency preparedness meetings
Cindy Robertson of Sulphur arrived late to today’s committee meeting and missed her chance to comment or ask questions. – 08/20/2024
The city of Sulphur, in southwest Louisiana, was hit by two hurricanes — Laura and Delta — within a matter of months in 2020. Fast forward to today, and residents, like Cynthia Robertson, still see signs of their impact. – 07/30/2024
Tulane partners with sub-awards include the South-Central Climate Adaptation Science Center at the University of Oklahoma, the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, nonprofit organization Micah 6:8 Mission, and the William Averette Anderson Fund. – 07/26/2024
“Communities near the industrial takeover of Lake Charles are living in a nightmare,” said Cynthia Robertson of Micah 6:8 Mission. “LDENR is allowing the destruction of thousands of acres of wetlands for this LNG terminal and pipeline. There’s no justification for the extreme damage this project would perpetuate on communities and the environment.” – 04/11/2024
The A2 Times – For A2 environmental groups, Biden’s LNG decision cause for celebration — and caution
“It’s a fight for our health and the health of our environment.” – Cynthia Parker Robertson – 03/28/2024
“It’s a fight for our health and the health of our environment.” – Cynthia Parker Robertson – 03/28/2024
KPLC – Citizens wish to participate in Local Emergency Planning Committee
“This is important to us. We need to have community representation because the purpose of the LEPC is to inform the community as to what’s going on,” – 03/18/2024
American Press – Sulphur City Council Takes on Drainage
Cindy Robertson, MIcah Six Eight Mission, spoke against the ordinance that would authorize the Mayor to enter into an agreement with Entergy for a right of way to conduct a survey for a proposed transmission line for Lake Charles Methanol – 03/13/2024
American Press – Honore to be guest speaker at this week’s environmental summit in Sulphur
“The focus of the Summit is finding out how to mitigate these environmental risks and empower the local community to address pressing challenges. Originally founded to alleviate food insecurity, Micah 6:8 Mission works on behalf of a community facing the threat of climate change, environmental degradation, unsafe drinking water, homelessness and lack of equitable disaster mitigation and relief.” – Cynthia Parker Robertson – 10/17/2023
American Press – Third-Party experts studying stability of salt cavern operated by Westlake Chemical
Cynthia Robertson, founder and director of Micah 6:8 Mission, returned from her helicopter ride over a portion of the Westlake Corp plant in Sulphur feeling a little green around the gills. – 10/03/2023
Sierra Club – Lake Charles Refinery Fire Underscores Dangers of Fossil Fuel Expansion
“The stress of these toxin releasing events has on everyone living in this area causes mental and physical health problems. These add an extra layer to the burden of the elderly, chronically ill, folks with low-income, and people of color, who carry a tremendous amount of stress already on their shoulders and already suffer from poorer health. Those of us living here in an area where climate change has added to the magnitude and frequency of hurricanes add that burden also. Enough is Enough.” – Cynthia Parker Robertson – 06/04/2023
Associated Press – As natural gas expands in Gulf, residents fear rising damage
“Instead of focusing on LNG, expanding what they already have… we need to take all that brainpower and all that money and put it into expanding our renewable resources,” – Cynthia Parker Robertson- 06/06/2022
“We are very pleased to hear about this grant. The water that we drink, bathe in, and use daily in Sulphur is frequently nasty and definitely not safe. We are all excited about the prospect of safer, fresh tasting, clear water. As the City of Sulphur is being proactive in responding to contaminants that are not yet regulated by the state, we hope they continue this by addressing other contaminants as well.” – Cynthia Parker Robertson – 02/10/2022
The Advocate – EPA cutting $70m in funds for La.
Our Promise to Continue Fighting for US
Our growing list of media appearances reflects not only the challenges we face, but the strength and resilience of our community. Each article, interview, and public statement is a testament to our ongoing fight for justice, truth, and accountability. At Micah 6:8 Mission, we are committed to continuing this work — amplifying community voices, confronting environmental harm, and pushing for a future where every family can breathe clean air, drink safe water, and live with dignity. We won’t stop until Southwest Louisiana is a place where people and the planet are protected, not polluted.