Justice Outside

Love the coast?🌊 ☀️Californians can take action for coastal protection while doing their taxes. Donate to marine education and stewardship projects via the “Protect Our Coast and Oceans Fund” on the CA tax form.📄 Learn more at CheckTheCoast.org. and California Coastal Commission🐋 #ProtectOurCoastAndOcean #CheckTheCoast

💭Thinking a lot about the mother of the environmental justice movement, Hazel Johnson, today. What started as advocating for her neighborhood’s health and environmental concerns ignited a national movement. Hazel’s legacy lives on through People for Community Recovery (PCR) which she founded in 1979 to address environmental issues and tenant rights in her community. May we continue to draw inspiration from Black, Indigenous, and Leaders of Color now and always.✨ Learn more about PCR here: https://loom.ly/pmyr2Rw #EnvironmentalJustice #HazelJohnson

📣Today is the LAST day to register for our FREE community workshop, The Roots of Community Building! In this workshop, we will dive into community building sustainably and intentionally. Starting with the ‘why’ to get rooted and moving into practices for nurturing impactful community relationships. Facilitated by Vanessa Williams (she/her/hers), one of our Outdoor Educators Institute and Pathfinders alumnx. 📍Where: Downtown Oakland, CA 🗓️When: February 22, 2025 ⏰Time: 10am-4pm Register here: https://loom.ly/hqy5JK4 #CommunityBuilding #Oakland

🗣️Calling all Oakland friends!! There’s ONE week left to register for our FREE community workshop: The Roots of Community Building! In this workshop, we will dive into community building sustainably and intentionally. Starting with the ‘why’ to get rooted and moving into practices for nurturing impactful community relationships. Facilitated by Vanessa Williams (she/her/hers), one of our Outdoor Educators Institute and Pathfinders alumnx. Where: Downtown Oakland, CA When: February 22, 2025 Time: 10am-4pm Register by February 14th. We can’t wait to see you there! https://loom.ly/hqy5JK4 #WeAreJusticeOutside #Oakland

We are proud to share this inspiring event from our grantee, Nuestra Tierra New Mexico! Join them for a special film screening that reveals how the Outdoor Equity Fund is transforming lives and opening doors to the outdoors. The first program of its kind, the Outdoor Equity Fund is breaking down barriers and creating pathways for underserved youth to experience the healing power of the outdoors. Now, they're advocating to expand this vital program from $3M to $8M to meet growing community needs. February 20, 4-5:30pm MST REI Santa Fe Free with registration! Come learn how this pioneering program is shaping the next generation of land stewards and outdoor leaders in New Mexico! Register here: https://loom.ly/6oGLMno #OutdoorEquity #NewMexico #OutdoorAccess #Conservation #CommunityAction

🗓️Mark your calendars! Join us on February 22, in downtown Oakland, California for a FREE community workshop: The Roots of Community Building. 🌱 In this workshop, we will dive into community building sustainably and intentionally. Starting with the ‘why’ to get rooted and moving into practices for nurturing impactful community relationships. Facilitated by Vanessa Williams (she/her/hers), one of our Outdoor Educators Institute and Pathfinders alumnx. Register here: https://loom.ly/hqy5JK4 #WeAreJusticeOutside #Oakland

There is still time to apply for our Rising Leaders Fellowship cohort based in Los Angeles, CA! This opportunity is perfect for someone looking to develop further their career in the outdoors/environmental justice sector. 🌴 A few of the general requirements are: 🐝Applicant is doing work within the outdoor/environmental justice sector 🐝Applicant is committed to being fully present at each session 🐝Applicant is committed to effecting change within their organization for increased equity and inclusion in the outdoors Apply by January 24th: https://loom.ly/GQ3bo_k #ProfessioalDevelopment #Fellowship #LosAngeles #SouthernCalifornia

Our hearts go out to everyone affected by the wildfires in the Los Angeles region. Time and time again, we witness the power of community members far and wide coming together to support and sustain one another when events like these occur.❤️🩹 Here is a list of available resources: https://loom.ly/OqGg9JU If you would like to contribute to mutual aid efforts in the region, please visit: https://loom.ly/RaP_TwQ

Please join us in congratulating and celebrating our dear friend, Atiya Wells, who was awarded the 2024 Robert F. Crawford Prize! In 2019, Atiya founded Backyard Basecamp in Baltimore, MD to educate and connect more families of color to local outdoor spaces. “It’s heartwarming to know the impact we have on our local community is being seen and heard across the country. We just turned five. But we really hit the ground running and have been charging forward to keep this important work at the forefront—ensuring that everyone in our community has access to nature and to food.” — Atiya Wells Read more about it here: https://loom.ly/qPH4bGg

🌲 Calling all aspiring BIPOC outdoor educators ages 18-26! The Outdoor Educators Institute (OEI) has EXTENDED its application deadline to January 24 for our 2025 Bay Area and Central Valley cohorts. Ready to launch your outdoor education career? Join our FREE 4-month training program featuring: ✔️ Wilderness First Aid certification ✔️ Rock climbing & backpacking skills ✔️ Cultural facilitation training ✔️ Direct connections to outdoor industry jobs ✔️ A supportive community of BIPOC outdoor leaders Don't miss this opportunity to transform your passion for the outdoors into a career. Check out the link in our comments and apply!