27 September 2023
Luis Vidal: A Forest Conservationist with a Passion for Mentorship and Innovation
In the world of forestry and conservation, there are individuals whose dedication and passion guide them toward making a significant impact on our environment. One such individual is Luis Vidal, the Northern California Reforestation Manager…
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20 September 2023
Paola Bonilla: The Journey of a Latina in Conservation and Shaping Representation
Paola Bonilla has always known community service as the pillar of her path in life. Since a young age, this Boricua has felt a connection to grassroots organizations, as well as contributing with her knowledge…
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13 September 2023
Priscilla Inostroza: Paving the Way for Latino Representation in Wildlife Conservation
Priscilla Inostroza is a senior student at Texas State University, where she studies wildlife biology with a minor in environmental studies. While growing up, Priscilla realized how enjoyable the outdoors were for her. Specifically, she…
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06 September 2023
Daniel López Salas: Ensuring Food Security and Representation for Latinos
Food, culture, and representation are deeply intertwined. As a Health Educator at the University of California at Riverside, Daniel López Salas knows firsthand how important it is to advocate for the health-related factors that impact…
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30 August 2023
Nick Race: Securing a Career in Invasive Plant Management through the MANO Project
Nick Race never thought he would manage and coordinate invasive plant species at a 1.3-million-acre forest in Colorado. Originally from southern New Jersey, the landscape he experienced growing up as a child was far different…
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23 August 2023
Héctor Varela: Leading the Way for Coastal Conservation in Puerto Rico
Héctor Varela grew up in a rural community in Isabela, Puerto Rico. Closer to the mountains than the ocean, he always felt an innate connection to the water. As he recounts each one of his…
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