The Outdoor Educators Institute's mission focuses on promoting racial equity in outdoor spaces by offering free-of-cost training for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color early in their outdoor education careers. It aims to develop the next generation of culturally relevant outdoor leaders who have faced systemic barriers, emphasizing advocacy for inclusion and the transformation of the narrative around who belongs in outdoor spaces and leadership roles.
The Youth Access to Nature Fund, established by Justice Outside in 2016, aims to ensure youth of color in the San Francisco Bay Area have access to meaningful experiences in nature. This enhances their growth as leaders and students while improving their mental and physical health. The fund prioritizes the strength, joy, and leadership of these communities, offering up to $25,000 in flexible funding and capacity-building support through the Liberated Paths Grantmaking Program to embody trust-based, relationship-focused support.
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