How a diversity of human cultures perfects our understanding of conservation

Presented by: Rowzat Shipchandler: MNDNR Diversity Coordinator.

The recorded Zoom meeting is available on the Videos page.

We often talk about how having a diversity of plant species makes a native plant community stronger and more resilient. Similarly, human diversity can make our work in conservation stronger and more resilient. Greater diversity in the sources of our knowledge are crucial to managing and conserving our resources. We learn more about the Minnesota DNR’s diversity, equity and inclusion efforts and will talk about how expanding diversity, equity, and inclusion in the work of conservation can improve decision making and open our perception of nature.