While increasing the number of paid internships in the zoo & aquarium industry would be beneficial to increase opportunities for a whole class of people rather than specifically targeting race & ethnicity, there are several considerations of note with this solution.
#WAZA2021 came and went this week in the blink of an eye…especially if you, like us in the U.S., were trying to watch the sessions live in the wee hours of the morning. We’ve gathered our Quick Takes for your reference.
After a whirlwind week of informative, thoughtful, and empowering #AZA2021 sessions, we share Part Two of our “Quick Takes” from sessions we participated in and/or attended in the second half of the week.
While #AZA2021 is still in progress, we already garnered so many takeaways that we can’t wait until next week to share them! Read on for our “quick takes” from sessions we participated in and/or attended in the first half of the week.
Ally vs. supporter. Which is preferred to assist minority representation? Learn from guest blogger Craig Saffoe how to support the minority professionals of AMZAP from the sidelines by stepping up & also stepping back.
The Los Angeles Zoo announced its 1st strategic plan for conservation that identifies a set of focused objectives for future work while strengthening existing conservation partnerships. The plan features a broad range of conservation initiatives & seeks to engage the unique diversity of the City of Los Angeles.
In our work, we do a lot of plans – strategic plans, master plans, governance plans, business plans. After we are done, we often wonder how and even if they’ll get implemented. Well, this week, I had the privilege of seeing a big payoff of planning.
During our 2nd takeover webinar by AMZAP, we dove deep into actionable steps to advance racial & ethnic minority representation in our field. The discussion was vibrant & it’s clear that this is an area people are passionate about!
Introducing AMZAP, born of a recognition that minorities in zoos & aquariums lacked an organized affinity group where they can discuss common experiences & feel a sense of community. Learn how you can support this new organization.
Is there a place for technology (“screens”) in zoo & aquarium engagement? Can screens help us achieve our missions? Can technology take us places we could never otherwise venture? Or is it counterproductive?
Are we doing enough? No. Significant changes are required within our approach. Join us for a four part webinar series to further this conversation, challenge our thinking, and reveal what’s being done.
Impact assessments help to quantify the influence of gardens, parks, & other green space on the surrounding community & environment.
When strategic planning is done well, your entire community is engaged, positioning your organization for successful fundraising.
Part two of our white paper providing strategic advocacy and environmental justice planning and resources for nonprofit organizations.
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