KC Conservation Equity Network (KCCEN)

Just as biodiversity strengthens natural systems, the diversity of human experience strengthens our conservation efforts for the benefit of nature and all human beings. KCCEN must represent and reflect that diversity, embracing it in all the communities where we work, in order to achieve our conservation goals. To that end, we are committed to increasing the diversity of our staff, board, volunteers, members, and supporters, and to fostering an inclusive network of partners in all kinds of communities, from rural to urban.

Photo by Pat Whalen

VISION

Just as biodiversity strengthens natural systems, the diversity of human experience strengthens our conservation efforts for the benefit of nature and all human beings. The Kansas City regional conservation community represents and reflects that human diversity, embracing it in al communities where we work, and adapting our work to benefit communities and achieve conservation goals.

VALUES

• Intentional

• Inclusive

• Sensitive

• Caring

GOALS

Short-term: 1 year (June 2018 – June 2019)

• Define ourselves

• Identify our priorities

• Host 1 professional development event around a topic members identified as a priority

• Invite groups to join us; start to build a toolkit

• Host a one-year celebration

Long-term: 3 years (June 2018 – June 2021)

• Formalize network for Sharing

• Holding each other accountable

• Celebrating accomplishments

• Create a toolkit / field guide for best practices in DEI in the KC area

  • Increasing DEI with stakeholders

  • Improving organizational practices

  • Equitable conservation

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Current KCCEN Members:

• Deep Roots (formerly Kansas City Native Plants Initiative)

• Heartland Conservation Alliance

• Missouri Prairie Foundation

• The Nature Conservancy in Kansas

Upcoming Meeting:

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