From the Forest Preserves Foundation:

Hear from a panel of thought leaders and experts from across the country and the Forest Preserves of Cook County during a topical and engaging discussion on equity in the outdoors. This 90-minute virtual event will address ways to make outdoor recreation more equitable and diverse, opportunities for enjoying nature and more.

Participating panelists:

Advocates Panel:

• Heather Miller, Executive Director, American Indian Center

• José Guadalupe Adonis González Rosales, Founder Latino Outdoors

• Na'Taki Osborne Jelks, Ph.D., MPH, Assistant Professor, Environmental & Health Sciences, Spelman College

Forest Preserves of Cook County Panel:

• Arnold Randall, General Superintendent, Forest Preserves of Cook County

• Raquel Garcia-Alvarez, Stewardship Program Coordinator

• Emily J. Harris , Conservation and Policy Council, Principal, Harris Strategies, LLC

Moderator: Cassandra West, Forest Preserve Foundation communications manager

Contact: Laura Perlow, laura.perlow@forestpreservefoundation.org, 312.607.4150.