People

Lian is the Co-Founder at the Climate Mental Health Network and was previously the Global Director of Love and Compassion for citiesRISE, a global platform committed to transforming the state of mental health policy and practice in cities and beyond to meet the mental health needs of populations across the world.

Jaime González, M.Ed.
The Student Conservation Association (The SCA(
Jaime González is an award-winning conservationist, educator and communicator who works with communities, governments, corporations, and other nonprofit partners, to co-create healthier, more climate ready, more equitable, and wildlife-friendly places using nature-based solutions. He also serves as the board vice chair for the North American Association for Environmental Education (NAAEE). Jaime has also served as a Texas Master Naturalist instructor for 22 years.

I am a student at Cal Poly Humboldt learning to become an environmental educator and interpreter. 

I am an experienced conservation educator and outreach specialist with a demonstrated history of working in the zoological industry. My skills include public speaking, fundraising, data collection, and community engagement. I am an engaging professional with a Bachelors of Science focused in Zoo and Conservation Science and Biology from Otterbein University. Graduating from Otterbein University’s honors program, my published undergraduate thesis focused on Conservation Psychology. I am currently pursuing a MS in Environmental Studies with a concentration in Conservation Psychology from Antioch University. My interests and experiences involve creating and implementing impactful conservation education programs, as well as evaluating their success.

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