This study aims to examine the role of political empowerment in mitigating environmental injustice and seeks to identify how civic engagement can be promoted in immigrant communities. There is overwhelming literature supporting the theory that low levels of civic capacity and public participation in marginalized communities is a main catalyst in the creation of environmental injustice. Some of the obstacles to civic engagement that immigrants face include language barriers, mistrust, fear of retribution or deportation and lack of awareness, resources and time. Overcoming these barriers and encouraging political participation is vital to promoting environmental justice and is the foundation of this study. My field research examines the perceptions of environmental risk and the civic capacity of the low-income, immigrant community in Oxnard, CA. In this case, environmental injustice can be seen in the disproportionate exposure of the residents of Oxnard to pesticides used by large agricultural businesses. The methods utilized in my field research include qualitative survey research, ethnographic site visits and media content analysis. Concluding recommendations aim to address the current regulatory framework, enhance affected communities' legal capacity, and improve Spanish radio's potential as an avenue to promote awareness and public dialogue.