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PA Master Naturalist, mammal studies enthusiast, and student of nature pursuing EE for myself and my community. Always looking for connections that bring new perspectives and representation to the table. I'm an independent contractor in Pittsburgh who also enjoys being part of EE teams within larger organizations, where positive folks are working towards a shared goal of sparking curiosity.

Hobby taxidermist (sustainable sourcing only) with a traveling "mini museum" for engaging education. 

Joya lives in Columbus, Ohio, with her two sons and husband. She is the Director of Nature-Based Learning at the Wellington School, serving children from preschool through 12th grade. Joya is passionate about nature-based learning, sustainability, and teaching. 

Dr. Rachael Olliff Yang is a scientist, writer, and educator who is passionate about advancing conservation through communication and community connections.

Hi! My name is Landon. I work for Pasquotank Soil and Water Conservation. I work with cost-share programs, outreach, and offer technical support for local farmers. 

Student in 4+1 Graduate School of Education. Currently part-time student teaching high school.

Ivaana Rungta is a music researcher, lyrical storyteller, and sound artist in Cambridge, Massachusetts. She is the Founder and Director of CCL.She explored new worlds of experience beyond the ordinary by incorporating genuine discoveries and scientific research.Her primary objective was to promote a fresh outlook on narrative, music, and creative writing by fostering a spontaneous interaction between technology, mythology, art, design, literature, science, and music.

Matt Scott leads storytelling at Project Drawdown, translating complex, science-based climate solutions to everyday people to spread awareness, shift attitudes, and spark action. His work focuses on “passing the mic” to the underrepresented, underestimated changemakers who’ve often gone unheard.

I am the naturalist teacher for the upper school of Raleigh Oak Charter School.  My North Carolina license is for Science and Social Studies 6-9.  I love the outdoors and hiking.  I hope to take this passion into the classroom and beyond.

I am a senior at Rutgers University in the School of Environmental and Biological Sciences, majoring in Agriculture and Food Systems, and graduating in Spring 2026. I am preparing for a career in secondary agricultural education, with a focus on landscaping and turf management at the vocational high-school level.