How do we rebuild open spaces that are sustainable and conducive to healthy lifestyles for diverse communities?

The idea behind the Climate Change Education Initiative at The Marine Mammal Center is to bring climate change into the conversation.

Minority communities are almost always on the wrong side of the freeway. This didn’t happen by coincidence; American freeways were planned before our civil rights act.

BayCLIC has galvanized environmental education institutions behind the common agenda of improving climate literacy and action.

Like many park professionals, I’ve been having the diversity conversation for awhile.

The NPS and the Parks Conservancy have teamed up with San Francisco Public Libraries for a summer of reading, learning, and park fun.

Two weeks ago, the National Park Service celebrated its 100 years in action. One of the pervasive themes running through centennial events was the topic of climate change.

The ability to talk about complicated issues in a compassionate, nuanced way is a skill that seems to be atrophying.

The Forum provided a space to learn from one another, share best practices, and build partnerships.

Sometimes, visiting National Parks and Monuments can be a triggering experience. Sometimes, it’s a reminder of a painful past. But what can be most painful is not seeing your story anywhere.