The New Horizons in Conservation Conference is an annual gathering of students and young professionals from underrepresented backgrounds in the environmental field and/or are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the field. This conference gives the opportunity to connect with peers, network, engage in hands-on workshops and training, and hear from a diverse range of leaders and visionaries.
Features of this year’s conference include:

- Keynote addresses from Beverly Wright and Gregory Jenkins.

- A spotlight conversation on Environment, Equity, and Community Engagement in Michigan with Kyle Powys Whyte, Mona Munroe-Younis, Nayyirah Shariff, and Donele Wilkins.

- A discussion on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Environmental Organizations from Annie Leonard, Deeohn Ferris, Eva-Hernandez Simmons, and Rosita Scarborough
.- Workshops on a variety of topics including community engagement and advocacy, policymaking, granting writing, and negotiating salaries.

- Opportunities to explore conservation and justice work in southeast Michigan through field trips. Registration is now open and please see the conference website for more information.