National Recreation and Park Ethnic Minority Society (NRPEMS)

Ernest Burkeen was a pillar in the parks and recreation industry, deeply valuing and understanding the importance of mentorship. In his honor, the NRPEMS mentoring program bears his name. Applications are now open for the 2024 Ernest Burkeen Mentoring Program. Apply using the link below! https://lnkd.in/errFxZFX

Reminder: This Wednesday is the deadline to apply for the NRPA Conference scholarship, sponsored by NRPEMS. Don’t miss out – apply using the link below! https://lnkd.in/eSAAQPk5

Today, we honor World Nature Conservation Day, a moment to recognize the crucial role nature plays in our lives and the responsibility we have to protect and preserve it. As members of the National Recreation and Park Ethnic Minority Society, we understand the profound connection between our diverse cultures and the natural world. Nature provides us with beauty, tranquility, and sustenance. It shapes our traditions, inspires our stories, and unites us across generations. On this special day, let's reaffirm our commitment to conserving our natural spaces, ensuring that future generations can enjoy and benefit from them. 🌱 **What Can We Do?** 1. **Promote Sustainable Practices:** Encourage eco-friendly habits within our communities. 2. **Advocate for Green Spaces:** Support the creation and maintenance of parks and natural areas. 3. **Educate and Inspire:** Share knowledge about the importance of conservation and the ways we can contribute. Together, we can make a difference. Let's celebrate our diverse heritage by protecting the environment that sustains it. Happy World Nature Conservation Day! #WorldNatureConservationDay #NatureConservation #EthnicMinoritySociety #Sustainability #ParksAndRecreation

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Exciting Opportunity for Students in Parks, Recreation, Tourism, and Sports Management! Check out this quick and informative session where we guide college students through the essentials of selecting the right internship, finding the perfect job, and leveraging valuable resources while in school. Get ready to position yourself for a successful career in the industry! Featuring Teah Rawlings, Instructor at Shaw University. #CareerSuccess #Internships #ParksAndRecreation #Tourism #SportsManagement #StudentResources https://lnkd.in/eYEC8RFc

Here is a great opportunity to work with the City of Atlanta - Dept. of Parks and Recreation!

Know an amazing Parks professional who deserves some recognition? Nominate them for one of the National Recreation and Park Ethnic Minority Society (NRPEMS) Ira Hutchinson Awards! 🏆 Nominate Now: https://lnkd.in/eSAAQPk5

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Sandy Heath believes that environments tend to feel comfortable and welcoming because of anchoring experiences that create a shared understanding of what inclusivity feels like. "I believe we can build a better world through our profession by pushing ourselves in new situations that improve our awareness of how another person might experience the world, being an inclusion practitioner who is open to learning when we get it wrong, and finding opportunities to build culture and community that celebrate, support and respect individuals." Read the full article from Sandy Heath, Assistant Professor of the Parks and Recreation Management Program at Northern Arizona University: https://bit.ly/4bxyIbT #PowerOfParks #WhereYouBelong #ParksAndRec #Parks #Recreation #AdaptiveSports #Inclusion #Belonging

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