Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Justice (DEIJ)
We are pioneering new ways to shape our relationship with the land and navigating towards advancing more equity, diversity, inclusion and justice, in conservation. We are committed to centering DEIJ to create and sustain equitable communities by incorporating issues of race, culture, power, and privilege across our learning and work environments, social media messaging, and inclusive collaborative partnerships.
The Relearning Place Program (RPP) is a collaborative initiative consisting of a diverse group of intergenerational individuals, which promotes the cross-pollination of ideas from new and old ways of thinking and learning related to land, place and people.
Momentum Conservation’s Equity Statement
Our Commitment to racial justice – where does land conservation fit?
PROGRAM & RESOURCES
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SERVICES
- Equity and Conservation Cohort
- Contact info@momentumconservation.org if you are interested in learning more.
Portland’s Sustainability Series
We are pioneering new ways to shape our relationship with the land and navigating towards advancing more equity, diversity, inclusion and justice, in conservation. We are committed to centering DEIJ to create and sustain equitable communities by incorporating issues of race, culture, power, and privilege across our learning and work environments, social media messaging, and inclusive collaborative partnerships.
The Relearning Place Program (RPP) is a collaborative initiative consisting of a diverse group of intergenerational individuals, which promotes the cross-pollination of ideas from new and old ways of thinking and learning related to land, place and people.
Momentum Conservation’s Equity Statement
Our Commitment to racial justice – where does land conservation fit?
PROGRAM & RESOURCES
Click on the links below to learn more:
SERVICES
- Equity and Conservation Cohort
- Contact info@momentumconservation.org if you are interested in learning more.
Rapid Response Initiative
Our work to initiate innovative mechanisms to support land conservation especially in undeserved communities is a priority. York County contains unique and rich ecosystems, recreational opportunities, and climate resilient landscapes and yet, 80% of the county is in the service area of 3 volunteer led land trusts (all are Momentum Conservation members). We help address the need for capacity for these land trust’s by spearheading the development of a rapid response team for protecting land that requires time sensitive action and response with expertise and funding from pooling community resources together.
PROGRAM AND SERVICES
Contact info@momentumconservation.org if you are interested in learning more.
Land Care Initiatives
Working alongside our land trust communities we are building out Land Care Initiatives that provide added capacity, tools, professional expertise, technical services, resources, and financial support to help monitor and access the overall health of conserved properties in Maine, improve communities resilience to climate change impacts, and help Maine land trusts integrate equity and inclusion in their organizational policies, practices, and programming.
- Land Trust Technical Assistance & Grant Program: providing technical and financial assistance to land trusts throughout the state of Maine.
- Momentum Conservation’s Climate Change Observatory Network (CCON) is a photo monitoring program designed to work with environmental organizations and their partners to assist with the observation, measurement and documentation of long-term climate change trends. The CCON uses participatory tools and collaborative partnerships to bring people with various perspectives and knowledge together to co-learn about climate change and adaptation. The program encourages participation in climate change study, develops an interest and community ownership in climate action, and inspires collaborative adaptation strategies and solutions.
PROGRAM & RESOURCES
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Park Rx Initiative
The ParkRx platform facilitates a seamless connection for doctors to prescribe to their patients outdoor time at our member land trust properties as prescription medicine.
PROGRAM & RESOURCES
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Summer Associate Program
We facilitate a paid summer internship program that provides additional capacity through services to member organizations in areas such as GIS mapping, educational event support, research and development, land stewardship monitoring, and social media outreach. Additionally, the program engages, educates, and provides the interns with job experience through tasks related to collaboration, nonprofit management, fundraising, and program development. We encourage and provide stepping stones for future leaders to grow and develop their skill sets to better prepare them as they make their way forward and contribute new ideas and innovations to take on challenges that lie ahead.
PROGRAM AND SERVICES:
Contact info@momentumconservation.org if you are interested in learning more.
Membership
Together our membership of conservation organizations are committed to strengthening the work of conserving and protecting our valuable land and water resources. We support their ongoing stewardship work and back office administration by adding to their capacity, developing new and innovative ways to problem solve, and providing resources, training and expertise. Services, programs, and partnering with our members are at the core of our mission and purpose.
PROGRAM AND SERVICES:
Contact info@momentumconservation.org if you are interested in learning more.