Groundwork USA

Apply now for The Land Reuse and Environmental Justice Learning Cohort! In this FREE 6-month virtual program, join interactive small group workshops focused on environmental justice and equitable development. Don't miss out—apply by September 13th! Hit the link for all the details and to get started. https://buff.ly/3z19TIq #EnvironmentalJustice #FreeLearningCohort

Our latest newsletter is out! This month it's all about the incredible young change-makers improving their communities. From creating thriving green spaces to launching initiatives that strengthen community bonds, these young heroes aren’t just waiting for change—they’re making it happen NOW! Check your inboxes or click here to see the amazing things Groundwork youth are up to!

Did you know that over 800 young people are employed in environmental leadership roles with the Groundwork Network? This month, several Green Team members from Groundwork Elizabeth, Groundwork Denver, Groundwork Ohio River Valley, and Groundwork Somerville joined the #YouthForChange celebration to share their experiences in the program and how they're improving their community. Meet the next generation of environmental leaders who aren't just talking about change—they're making it happen! 🙌 https://lnkd.in/g4jYEQ8f #YouthLeadership #GreenTeam #YouthSpotlights

Land, air, and water are intrinsically linked, and so must be our strategies for rectifying historical injustices and fostering a more equitable future. The Urban Waters Learning Network is launching the Silos to Synergy series—a dynamic lineup of webinars running from September 2024 to May 2025. In this series, you'll connect with like-minded folks and break down the walls between land and water strategies. Plus, you’ll discover new funding opportunities and technical resources to take your work to the next level. Kicking things off, Groundwork USA and the Center for Creative Land Recycling (CCLR) will host a webinar on September 12th to dive into the newly released toolkit, “Advancing Equity: A Practical Guide to Engaging and Activating Community Voices!” Check out more and join us! https://lnkd.in/gT6_Wpn5 #UrbanWaters #equitabledevelopment #EnvironmentalJustice

Revitalizing a brownfield begins with understanding how a community’s site reuse goals align with local economic, infrastructure, social, and environmental conditions. This Wednesday, August 28th from 2:00-3:30 PM ET, the EPA’s Office of Brownfields and Land Revitalization (OBLR) will host a webinar to discuss how your community can plan for #brownfield reuse! During this session, you'll discover: ⏺ The value of planning in the brownfields reuse process. ⏺ The optimal timing for planning activities. ⏺ Success stories from two grant recipients who have effectively utilized EPA Brownfields Grant funds for planning. No registration is required! Simply join the webinar using this link: https://bit.ly/476hhyS

Today, we're celebrating the National Park Service on its 108th year! 🎉 We're incredibly proud to be partners with the NPS-Rivers, Trails, and Conservation Assistance Program for many years. For over two decades, our partnership has helped the Groundwork network grow and thrive! Wish them a happy birthday and check out our partnership report to see all the good we've done together. #HappyBirthday #NationalParkService https://lnkd.in/gzcXb_-i?

Here's your recap from our recent webinar, "Understanding the Brownfield Reuse Process and Timeline," hosted in partnership with the Center for Creative Land Recycling (CCLR)! 👏 During this session, Danielle Getsinger, CEO at Adaapta, walked us step-by-step through the brownfield revitalization processes and highlighted some helpful tools and resources to support your work along the way. If you missed the live event or just want to revisit the great content, you're in luck! All the webinar slides and recordings are now available in our Resource Hub. 👇 https://lnkd.in/gc-PkEW6

Trail maintenance, campground upgrades, daily educational sessions, and community building—Groundwork youth are doing it all this summer in Grand Tetons National Park! At Groundwork USA, we proudly partner with the National Park Service to create hands-on learning experiences for our Green Team and GroundCorps members. Each year, we organize at least four immersive, nine-day trips to locations like Yellowstone National Park, Grand Teton National Park, and Gateway National Recreation Area. During these trips, youth participate in conservation projects, learn about the history and culture of the sites, explore land management practices, and discover potential career paths in the field. Discover more about our national youth initiatives in the 2023 Public Lands Partnerships Report! 👇 https://lnkd.in/dQbDcG7t #YouthPrograms #YouthForChange #YouthLeadership

Across the country, thousands of overlooked and neglected spaces are waiting to be transformed into vibrant urban gardens, trails, bike paths, and parks. 🌳 However, transformation isn't just about the physical change. Without careful planning and community input, land reuse projects risk leading to displacement and failure. Through her work on our Technical Assistance program, Jalisa Gilmore collaborates with numerous organizations to advance land reuse projects. Drawing from her firsthand experiences, Jalisa emphasizes the importance of principles like trust, transparency, and authenticity in driving impactful and lasting change. Learn from Jalisa's insights on how employing equitable development best practices can lead to more sustainable and impactful land transformations. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gRePkJgK Interested in learning more? Mark your calendars for September 12, 2024! Join us for an in-depth look at our newest guide: Advancing Equity in Land Reuse: A Practical Guide to Engaging and Activating Community Voices. More details here: https://lnkd.in/eZVXWxN2 #LandReuse #Brownfield #Community #EquitableDevelopment

⁉ Are you part of a nonprofit or community organization in need of extra support or guidance for your latest brownfield or land use project? Look no further! 👇 We're excited to bring you the Land Reuse and Environmental Justice Learning Cohort—a FREE, 6-month coaching program led by Groundwork USA and the Center for Creative Land Recycling (CCLR). Over six months of workshops and individual coaching, you’ll be guided through creating an equity-centered work plan for getting your project off the ground. Whether you're new to brownfield work or looking to improve your practice, you’ll leave this program with new skills, strategies, and resources to support you every step of the way. 👉 The program runs from October 2024 to March 2025. September 13th is the deadline to apply! Learn more, check out the schedule and curriculum, and apply here: https://lnkd.in/d7yjj52a #EnvironmentalJustice #LearningCohort #LandReuse #Brownfields