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Discover Planting Justice: an Oakland nursery creating impact through employment opportunities, community gardens, permaculture, and social justice education. Empowering change with intention and ethics.https://lnkd.in/dRwH4Jv3

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Discover Planting Justice: an Oakland nursery creating impact through employment opportunities, community gardens, permaculture, and social justice education. Empowering change with intention and ethics.https://lnkd.in/dRwH4Jv3

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The Detroit Tree Equity Initiative is in the process of planting 75,000 trees within The City of Detroit. The effort will deliver significant health, economic, and environmental benefits of a robust tree canopy across Detroit and will make the city’s neighborhoods more beautiful places to call home. This partnership accelerates previous tree planting efforts in Detroit focused on neighborhoods with the most need for improved tree canopies, while training and employing local residents in the planting and maintenance of these trees.The Detroit Tree Equity Partnership will utilize data provided by American Forests’ Tree Equity Score tool, which measures canopy coverage across socioeconomic lines in U.S. cities. Though Detroit’s citywide score is an admirable 80, a significant number of its neighborhoods fall below 60, with some scoring far lower — a gap that can ultimately be closed by planting 416,000 medium-sized shade trees in these neighborhoods.

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Conservation works best when it is a community effort. ✨Learn more about our Girls in Conservation program in this article by Bertrand Mahirwe:https://bit.ly/47zRJsZ

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Great article in this month's Missouri Conservationist about what Conservation Educators do! If you know of any Missouri schools or teachers that might be interested in integrating these programs into their classes, send them my way!

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Children should have the opportunity to get to know animals and plants at an early age and discover the beauty of nature. This experience not only provides a rich source of learning but also has positive effects on child development.Firstly, getting to know animals and plants at an early age awakens children's curiosity. Nature is full of fascinating phenomena that encourage children to ask questions and explore the world around them. This natural curiosity forms the basis for lifelong learning and a continuous joy of discovery.Secondly, engaging with nature contributes to the development of empathy and respect. Children learn that animals and plants are living creatures that play an important role in the ecosystem. This understanding promotes a sense of responsibility and sensitivity to the environment.Third, early engagement with nature supports cognitive development. Children learn to recognize connections, understand patterns and draw logical conclusions. This active learning helps sharpen their cognitive skills and improve their problem-solving skills.Ultimately, being amazed at the beauty of nature promotes a positive attitude towards the environment. Children who connect with nature early on often develop a deeper appreciation for their surroundings. This can lead to long-term environmentally conscious behavior as children learn the importance of protecting and preserving nature.Overall, it is invaluable if children have the opportunity to explore animals and plants and discover the beauty of nature at an early age. These experiences lay the foundation for lifelong learning, promote empathy and respect, and a sustainable attitude towards our environment. Rain Carbon Inc #sustainability #enviroment #learning #mint

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And they can identify which species it is ....

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such a clear message.

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Excellent! Ethical, aesthetical & existential in one.

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Being outdoors is so energizing:)

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