Celebrating Pride: The Power of Partnership and Allyship — Episode 155

Happy Pride Month! On today’s episode we’re discussing an
important partnership in Nevada that provides safe spaces for the
LGBTQ+ community to recreate outdoors, build a relationship with
nature and build a sense of belonging.


We learned about this partnership when Mihaela Genova, Volunteer
Program Manager for Get Outdoors Nevada, submitted a photo
(pictured) featuring Angelique Burton, director of advocacy of
The Pride Tree, contributing to her community by volunteering for
public land maintenance activities at the National Wildlife
Refuge outside of Las Vegas, Nevada. The event Burton volunteered
for offered insight into how marginalized communities have
historically been excluded from outdoor spaces.


Events like this one, part of a partnership between Get Outdoors
Nevada and The Pride Tree, illustrate the impact that can be made
when groups come together for a common goal. We were thrilled to
talk with a few individuals about this partnership to learn more:


Grant Frailich, Founder of The Pride Tree

Shelly Kopinski, Director of Programs, Get Outdoors Nevada

Mihaela Genova, Volunteer Program Manager, Get Outdoors
Nevada



Tune in below to learn about this important partnership and how
it is supporting the LGBTQ+ community, as well as fostering
connections between nature and community. You’ll also learn:


How Get Outdoors Nevada provides outdoor experiences for
those who have limited opportunities

How The Pride Tree provides a safe space for LGBTQ+ youth

How collaborating with community organizations can impact
your work

Why allyship is so essential

And much more!



Additional Resources:


The Pride Tree

Get Outdoors Nevada

Celebrating Pride Month in Parks and Recreation — Episode 138