With development proceeding at a rapid pace in California—between 2001 and 2017, the Golden State lost more than one million acres of wildlands¹—open space is an increasingly valuable commodity.

Washington, D.C. — The Biden administration should use the Antiquities Act to designate more representative national monuments, according to a new articlefrom the Center for American Progress and Monumental SHIFT that urges for more inclusive land protection.

Four years ago, Documented embarked on a mission to reimagine what journalism should be for the millions of immigrant New Yorkers that keep our city going. What started out as an idea is now a newsroom that is 10 reporters strong, telling stories that are making real impact across all five boroughs

On September 29, we’re inviting our friends, partners, and allies to join us in celebrating our tremendous growth and mark this milestone.

This year, we’re bringing the party to Ainslie’s beautiful backyard in Williamsburg. Tickets are limited, so act fast! drinks and light food will be provided.

This event is more than just a birthday party for Documented. It’s an opportunity to come together and celebrate the future of journalism and the immigrant communities who are the beating heart of NYC.

Register for tickets here.

Documented’s 4th Birthday

76 Ainslie St, Brooklyn, NY

7:00-10:00PM

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[Last week], the U.S. Forest Service extended the public comment period for a plan to log large trees and clear native chaparral habitat across 235,000 acres (368 square miles) of Los Padres National Forest. The extension was prompted by widespread opposition and requests from Congress and the public.

Ceremony Saturday to commemorate the return of stones from the Chumash sacred site.

Famous for its coastline, Los Angeles residents are more familiar with its sandy beaches than the granite canyons and cool creeks of the Angeles National Forest. The forest serves as a refuge, somewhere we can escape the chaos of city life and take a break from the demands of the modern world. Finding ways to ensure that all communities have welcoming, equitable, and inclusive experiences outdoors is more important than ever.

Philanthropic giving has surged in the past two years. Even though experts predicted a sharp decline during the pandemic, Americans blew those expectations out of the water by giving $484.85 billion in 2021, a 4 percent increase from the year before, according to the latest data from the National Philanthropic Trust. And here’s something else: about 77 million people, or 30 percent of the adult population, volunteer their time and talents to non-profit organizations each year.

Inside Sandy Point State Park’s newly renovated nature center hangs a map of the body of water that laps onto the shoreline just a few dozen paces away. Not one but two banner headlines trundle across the top of the display: “It’s Your Chesapeake” and “Es Tu Chesapeake.”

Juno Beach, Fla. (August 8, 2022) – The mission of Loggerhead Marinelife Center (LMC) is to promote ocean and sea turtle conservation – and that effort requires all hands on deck, regardless of ability or background. To connect underserved and underrepresented groups to ocean conservation and appreciation, LMC has launched the far-reaching Oceans of Opportunity initiative with the help of several local organizations.

Charlotte, NC.- Más de 200 eventos fueron realizados en el marco de la Semana de la Conservación Latinaimpulsada por Hispanic Access Foundation.