25 years after being banned, advocates and fishers still fiercely debate the use of longline fishing techniques in the Galápagos Islands. Keep reading
George Washington University, NAHJ, IRE
Avril Silva
Meet this year's IlĂiaitchik: Indigenous Correspondent cohort! Representing a variety of tribal and academic backgrounds, their stories will celebrate tradition, innovation, and more! Keep reading
When the Federal Emergency Management Agency failed to respond quickly to West Virginia floods, residents stepped up. Keep reading
Wake Forest University
Former Burundian Minister of Environment Albert Mbonerane and other activists are fighting for increased flood protections in one of Burundi's most vulnerable areas. Keep reading
Mandela Washington Fellow
Meet the "Cutties"! The Rio Grande Cutthroat trout is a native species of fish to the streams and creeks of northern New Mexico. In this video, cast a glance at why their conservation is so important. Keep reading
Planet Forward Mystic Aquarium Fellow Dre Pedemonte followed her curiosity to explore the quirky spotted garden eels. Keep reading
Planet Forward Mystic Aquarium Fellow | George Washington University
How do conservationists adapt to complex and innumerable variables? Learn why a guiding philosophy is essential at Vermejo Reserves. Keep reading
Our newest cohort of student storytellers will publish throughout the year and cover environmental solutions, innovations, and champions of sustainability. Read their bios here! Keep reading
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