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SUMMARY:Hydrogeologist/Engineer/ Project Manager-water resources
DESCRIPTION:Hydrogeologist/Engineer/Project Manager Water Resources  – Full Time or Part Time \nAre you a critical thinker and independent self-starter with a background in water resources planning and permitting? Are you ready to take your five to seven years of project experience to the next level of northwest water consulting? Do you like an interesting mix of fieldwork\, office work and client interaction? If so then CwM-H2O is ready for you. We have a full-time position open for a project manager that can keep projects on task and on budget while working closely with support staff\, senior consultants and clients. \n  \nThis full-time position is for a project manager that works with senior technical staff to deliver water resource projects and mentors junior staff in field collection\, analysis\, writing and presentation of data. Typical projects include water management and conservation planning\, water rights evaluations and transactions\, hydrogeologic evaluation\, water supply development of groundwater and surface water systems\, environmental assessment\, natural resource assessment\, stormwater and other permitting projects to meet client expectations. \n  \nRequired Qualifications: \n  \n\nBA or BS degree in Engineering\, Geology\, Hydrology\, Biology\, Environmental Science or equivalent\, an MS degree is preferred\nApproximately 5 to 7 years of experience in environmental or natural resources consulting or agency experience\nExcellent written and oral communication skills in English\nValid drivers’ license\nAbility to travel and conduct field work in all weather conditions and traverse streams\, forests\, construction sites\, etc… for up to 20% of the time.\nApplicants must be eligible for legal employment and available to work in the United States\n\n  \nIn addition to the minimum requirements\, CwM-H2O presents the following list of desired skills for all candidate’s consideration. \n  \n\nExperience in water supply\, water rights\, GIS\, drilling observation\, land use permitting\, and natural resource permitting\nComputer modeling of hydraulics\, groundwater\, or water quality modeling\nTraining in project management skills\, software and/or equivalent experience\nExperience with data recording instruments for water levels and remote instrumentation\nExperience with water quality data as it relates to the natural environment\, stormwater regulations\, and drinking water standards.\nAbility to work with technical and administrative team members in a supportive\, enthusiastic\, and positive manner\nExperience with cost estimates for engineered infrastructure (pipelines\, pumps\, wells\, water treatment)\nAn attitude focused on efficiency\, excitement for learning\, and client service\n\n  \nCwM-H2O\, LLC (CwM) is a small specialized groundwater and surface consulting firm in Portland\, Oregon. Our clients are predominantly found in Oregon and Washington. Founded in 2013 the company currently operates from offices in Southeast Portland. Interested parties should contact Human Resources by email at project.stafATcwmh2o.com and include a letter of interest and a resume. Please note that our email address contains no zeros. Third-party recruiters are discouraged. \n  \nCwM-H2O\, LLC is an equal opportunity employer.
URL:https://dev1.gpsen.org/event/hydrogeologist-engineer-project-manager-water-resources/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Jobs + Internships
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191125T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191125T173000
DTSTAMP:20260429T165805
CREATED:20191023T070341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191023T070341Z
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SUMMARY:COURSE: Leadership Skills for Change Agents
DESCRIPTION:Connect the dots between timeless leadership practices and how to transform an organization to a sustainable enterprise. The “Leadership Skills for Change Agents“ course prepares sustainability professionals at any level in the organizational hierarchy\, and external consultants / advisors\, to design business models for success in the 21st century. It helps sustainability professionals apply timeless leadership practices to ensure successful sustainability initiatives. \nThe class is taught by Bob Willard\, a leading expert on quantifying and selling the business value of corporate sustainability strategies. Willard has given over a thousand presentations to corporate\, government\, university\, and NGO audiences. His six books\, two DVDs\, business case worksheets\, and extensive Sustainability Champions’ Slide Decks service provide capacity-building resources for sustainability champions.
URL:https://dev1.gpsen.org/event/course-leadership-skills-for-change-agents-4/
LOCATION:Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="International Society of Sustainability Professionals":MAILTO:info@sustainabilityprofessionals.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191125
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191126
DTSTAMP:20260429T165805
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SUMMARY:ECO Educator
DESCRIPTION:https://www.ecologyoutdoors.org/careers-1 \nOrganization:Ecology in Classrooms and Outdoors (ECO)  \nMission:ECO inspires students to care for nature and their local communities through hands-on science education. \nPosition: ECO Educator \nStart Date: January 2020 \nFTE: 35 hrs/wk (0.875 FTE) \nCompensation: $16-$19/hr \nBenefits: FTE equivalent of 40 hours of PTO + 9 holidays + 5 day year-end break \nAdditional Needs: Valid driver’s license and car for travel\, ability to lift 30 lbs\, walk 1-2 miles \nTo Apply: Email resume and cover letter to: julie@ecologyoutdoors.org  \nSummary of Position: \nECO Educators are the face of the organization. They provide a key connection between our schools\, outdoor sites\, and students. Educators help to create the educational setting and ambiance that helps students meaningfully engage with nature. They work closely with both the Elementary and Secondary Program Managers to understand our program’s parameters and specifics\, from curriculum delivery to outdoor project management. The Educator in this position will have a schedule that varies each week\, occasionally working state-wide to fill in during in-class and field-based programs. They will work in the school on a daily basis to maintain the safety of students\, create an engaging and enjoyable outdoor experience for students\, and deliver curriculum. \nThis position provides in school programming as an Educator for both the elementary and secondary team. As an ECO Educator\, you will be able to gain a wide variety of knowledge and experience throughout the layers of our programming. This position has the potential to continue into the summer\, as a member of the Summer Camp Educator Team. Camp runs in June and August and hours on site are 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM or 9:00 AM -5:00 PM. ECO breaks for the month of July.  \nEssential Functions:  \n\n Collaborate with the Program Managers to deliver ECO programs in elementary and                                                 secondary schools and at our habitat enhancement sites \n Assist with groups of 25 to 30 students both indoors and outdoors \n Deliver ECO curriculum in elementary and secondary school settings \n Deliver ECO curriculum at outdoor settings connected to service-learning projects \n Prepare\, set up\, and clean up all teaching materials \n Keep tools\, supplies\, and equipment organized \n Bring engaging energy and enthusiasm to the curriculum\, field sites\, and schools \n Create and maintain a safe and brave space for students’ well-being \n Maintain positive relationships with school\, guardians\, and community partners \n Participate in staff meetings to discuss programs\, curriculum\, and new ideas \n Utilize Monday.com to view and be responsible for your calendar and schedule \n Consistently begin each day prepared and on time \n Have reliable transportation to sites \n Build an environment of learning\, inclusion\, and fun! \n\nDesired Skills:  \n\n 2+ years of teaching experience \n Demonstrate self-motivation\, independence\, and a positive attitude \n Enthusiasm for environmental education and environmental issues \n Resourceful and problem-solver \n Excellent communicator with people of all backgrounds \n Ability to multitask and adapt quickly to changing situations \n Background knowledge in natural resources/ecology/gardening \n Willingness to grow and evolve with the organization \n CPR and First Aid certified \n Knowledge of DEI (Diversity\, Equity\, and Inclusion) and trauma-informed practice \n Proficiency in Spanish \n\n 
URL:https://dev1.gpsen.org/event/eco-educator/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Jobs + Internships
ORGANIZER;CN="Ecology in Classrooms &amp%3B Outdoors (ECO)":MAILTO:info@ecologyoutdoors.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191125
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191126
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SUMMARY:Metro is hiring for a Nature Education Team Lead for Parks and Nature
DESCRIPTION:Metro’s Nature Education team is seeking a Nature Education Team Lead to support our team in facilitating participant-driven outdoor education programming that inspires long-lasting relationships with nature and the use of Metro’s parks and natural areas. \nMetro’s Parks and Nature department engages the public with programs designed to be culturally relevant\, responsive and respect multiple ways of knowing. We strive to empower participants to further their own relationships with the land and rivers of the Pacific Northwest. Our programs include\, but are not limited to\, field trips for groups and public programming for individuals and families. \nThe Nature Education Team Lead ensures all programming has consistent messaging and content which advances current agency-wide education initiatives and goals. You will help train and lead the work of the educators to ensure inclusive\, effective and safe programs. You will be expected to be flexible\, meet participants where they are and allow the group to drive how you lead programs. \nDeadline to apply: November 25\, 2019 by 5:00 pm\, PST. Salary is $60\,590.40 to $81\,244.80 annually. Visit OregonMetro.gov/jobs for the complete job announcement and a link to our online hiring center. Metro is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
URL:https://dev1.gpsen.org/event/metro-is-hiring-for-a-nature-education-team-lead-for-parks-and-nature/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Jobs + Internships
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ORGANIZER;CN="Metro":MAILTO:503-797-1700
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191125
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191126
DTSTAMP:20260429T165805
CREATED:20191015T211438Z
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SUMMARY:NOAA Announces Fiscal Year 2020 Environmental Literacy Program Funding Opportunity
DESCRIPTION:The NOAA Office of Education has issued a competitive funding opportunity for projects designed to build environmental literacy of K-12 students and the public so they are knowledgeable of the ways in which their community can become more resilient to extreme weather and/or other environmental hazards\, and become involved in achieving that resilience.\nThis funding opportunity is soliciting two types of projects through separate competitive priorities. \n\nPriority 1 will support new projects ($250\,000 – $500\,000 per project) located in the Southern and Western Regions of the United States.\nThe Southern Region includes the following states and territories: Alabama\, Arkansas\, Florida\, Georgia\, Louisiana\, Mississippi\, New Mexico\, Oklahoma\, Puerto Rico\, Tennessee\, Texas\, and the United States Virgin Islands.\nThe Western Region includes the following states and territories: Alaska\, American Samoa\, Arizona\, California\, Guam\, Hawaii\, Idaho\, Montana\, Nevada\, Northern Mariana Islands\, Oregon\, Utah\, and Washington. \nPriority 2 will support the evolution of projects funded under the 2015-2016 funding opportunities from this program. The list of awards that are eligible can be found here: https://go.usa.gov/xVGzr. Funding levels for this priority are $100\,000 – $500\,000 per project.\nFor both priorities\, eligible applicants are: \n\ninstitutions of higher education;\nK-12 public and independent schools and school systems;\nother nonprofits\, including community-based organizations and informal education institutions\, such as museums\, zoos\, and aquariums;\nstate and local government agencies; and\nIndian tribal governments in the United States.\n\nPlease note: we do not anticipate issuing a solicitation for applications next year. Rather\, applications to this funding opportunity may be funded with fiscal year 2020 and 2021 funds. We plan to issue a funding opportunity\, including a priority to support new projects from the Eastern and Central regions\, which comprise the remainder of the country\, in fall 2021. \nDeadlines\nFor Priority 1\, pre-applications are required and will be used to determine which institutions are invited to submit full applications to this priority. The deadline for pre-applications is 11:59 pm EST on November 25\, 2019 and the deadline for Priority 1 full applications is 11:59 pm EDT on March 26\, 2020.\nFor Priority 2\, only full applications are requested and the deadline for Priority 2 applications is 11:59 pm EST on February 11\, 2020. \nInformational Teleconferences\nFor Priority 1\, two informational teleconferences with the program officers will occur – one on Thursday\, October 17\, 2019 from 3:00 to 5:00 pm EDT and the other on Monday\, October 21\, 2019 from 3:00 to 5:00 pm EDT. An informational teleconference for Priority 2 with the program officers will occur on Wednesday\, October 30\, 2019 from 1:00 to 3:00 pm EDT.  Interested applicants may obtain the phone number and related teleconference information by visiting http://www.noaa.gov/office-education/elp/grants/apply. Whenever possible\, individuals from the same institution should try to join the teleconference from the same phone line to maximize our ability to host as many interested institutions as possible. \nAdditional Information\nRead the full funding announcement (NOAA-SEC-OED-2020-2006190 ) in Grants.gov for additional requirements.\n\nWe posted announcements on Facebook\, Twitter\, and Instagram. We’d appreciate your help with sharing information about this funding opportunity.
URL:https://dev1.gpsen.org/event/noaa-announces-fiscal-year-2020-environmental-literacy-program-funding-opportunity/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Grants + Competitions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191121T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191121T213000
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CREATED:20191113T191453Z
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SUMMARY:Non Trivial Trivia
DESCRIPTION:Join GPSEN and Participatory Budgeting Oregon for a night of civics trivia! Think you know your local government? Put it to the test at the Oregon Public House\, Thursday November 21\, from 6:30-9:30. There will be prizes for the winners and fun for everyone\, as well as an opportunity to learn more about a great organization in the company of some wonderful people. Donations to the cause will be happily accepted! See you there!
URL:https://dev1.gpsen.org/event/non-trivial-trivia/
LOCATION:Oregon Public House\, 700 NE Dekum\, Portland\, OR\, 97211\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191121T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191121T190000
DTSTAMP:20260429T165805
CREATED:20191113T191450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191113T191450Z
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SUMMARY:UN Update with Peter Yeo
DESCRIPTION:UN Update with Peter Yeo\nOn November 21 at 5 p.m.\, join Peter Yeo\, President of the Better World Campaign\, to hear his insight on how the UN funding crisis is unfolding\, and what UN advocates can do to take action. \nAs a founding member of the UN\, the United States plays a vital role in promoting peace and upholding human rights around the world. However\, recent news regarding the UN funding crisis has alarmed many Americans across the U.S. Today\, the U.S. owes $1.05 billion to the UN Regular Budget. Without these resources\, the UN cannot complete its lifesaving work.
URL:https://dev1.gpsen.org/event/un-update-with-peter-yeo/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="UNA-USA":MAILTO:membership@unausa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191120T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191120T093000
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CREATED:20191106T021123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191106T021123Z
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SUMMARY:Conscious Capitalism Portland: Breakfast Club Learning Series | Conscious Culture
DESCRIPTION:The culture of your business is its heartbeat. Without a healthy one\, the business will ultimately fail. A Conscious Culture fosters love and care and builds trust between a company’s team members and the other stakeholders.\n\nThe CC Breakfast Club is a quarterly learning series for those ready to take a deeper dive into the “how” of Conscious Capitalism. Each breakfast meeting focuses on one of the four tenets that enable you to build a more conscious business.\n\nThrough a mix of education and group interaction\, you will learn how to apply the tenet within your own business and have access to a community of practice for questions and insights. At the next session\, we’ll check-in to see how things went\, and then we’ll move into the next tenet.\n\nThis session takes a deeper dive into principles and practices of CONSCIOUS CULTURE.\n\nCoffee\, breakfast items and fruit will be provided.
URL:https://dev1.gpsen.org/event/conscious-capitalism-portland-breakfast-club-learning-series-conscious-culture/
LOCATION:MotiveSpace\, Barn Nonprofit Center Conference Room\, 618 Northwest Glisan Street\, Ste. 303\, Portland\, WA\, 97209\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conscious Capitalism%2C Portland Chapter":MAILTO:vawn.hicks@portland.consciouscapitalism.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191118T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191118T173000
DTSTAMP:20260429T165805
CREATED:20191023T070339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191023T070339Z
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SUMMARY:COURSE: Leadership Skills for Change Agents
DESCRIPTION:Connect the dots between timeless leadership practices and how to transform an organization to a sustainable enterprise. The “Leadership Skills for Change Agents“ course prepares sustainability professionals at any level in the organizational hierarchy\, and external consultants / advisors\, to design business models for success in the 21st century. It helps sustainability professionals apply timeless leadership practices to ensure successful sustainability initiatives. \nThe class is taught by Bob Willard\, a leading expert on quantifying and selling the business value of corporate sustainability strategies. Willard has given over a thousand presentations to corporate\, government\, university\, and NGO audiences. His six books\, two DVDs\, business case worksheets\, and extensive Sustainability Champions’ Slide Decks service provide capacity-building resources for sustainability champions.
URL:https://dev1.gpsen.org/event/course-leadership-skills-for-change-agents-3/
LOCATION:Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="International Society of Sustainability Professionals":MAILTO:info@sustainabilityprofessionals.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191118
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191119
DTSTAMP:20260429T165805
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SUMMARY:International Speaker Series 2020: Coming Soon!
DESCRIPTION:Celebrating its 20th anniversary\, WorldOregon’s International Speaker Series is one of the nation’s premier platforms for international affairs. For two decades\, the series has put you in the room with the global leaders\, visionaries\, and inspiring voices that are changing our world. And this year is no different\, presenting an array of the people\, the big ideas\, and the issues framing our role on the world stage.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSeries tickets go on sale to members on Thursday\, November 14\, 2019\nSeries tickets go on sale to public on Monday\, November 18\, 2019 \nFormer U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Samantha Power is a leading voice internationally for principled American engagement in the world. One of TIME’s “100 Most Influential People\,” she is a Pulitzer Prize-winning author\, war correspondent\, and the Anna Lindh Professor of Practice at Harvard Kennedy School and Harvard Law School. Her recently published book\, The Education of an Idealist\, chronicles her years in public service and reflects on the role of human rights and humanitarian ideals in contemporary geopolitics. \nPower spent half of her career explaining complex geopolitical events and eight years at the UN helping to shape them. As the 28th U.S. Ambassador to the UN\, Power became the public face of U.S. opposition to Russian aggression in Ukraine and Syria\, negotiated the toughest sanctions in a generation against North Korea\, lobbied to secure the release of political prisoners\, and helped mobilize global action against ISIL (ISIS). From 2009 to 2013\, she served on the National Security Council as Special Assistant to the President and Senior Director for Multilateral Affairs and Human Rights. Called “a powerful crusader for U.S. foreign policy as well as human rights and democracy” by Forbes\, Ambassador Power was named one of Foreign Policy’s “Top 100 Global Thinkers.” \nBefore joining the U.S. government\, Ambassador Power was the founding executive director of the Carr Center for Human Rights Policy at the Harvard Kennedy School\, a columnist for Time\, and a National Magazine Award-winning contributor to the Atlantic\, the New Yorker\, and the New York Review of Books.
URL:https://dev1.gpsen.org/event/international-speaker-series-2020-coming-soon-2/
LOCATION:Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall\, 1037 SW Broadway\, Portland\, Oregon\, 97210\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="World Oregon":MAILTO:community@worldoregon.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191118
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191119
DTSTAMP:20260429T165805
CREATED:20191115T091919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191115T091919Z
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SUMMARY:2020 Best of Green Schools Awards
DESCRIPTION:There’s still time to submit a nomination for the 2020 Best of Green Schools Awards! \nEach year\, the Best of Green Schools awards aim to celebrate the schools\, districts\, individuals and communities making strides toward the common goal of green schools for all within this generation. Awards are presented by the Center for Green Schools and the Green Schools National Network during the Green Schools Conference and Expo from March 2-4 in Portland\, OR. \nRecipients will be chosen by a jury of green schools leaders and advocates. We welcome nominations from all countries. One recipient will be chosen per category\, and recipients will be selected based on their demonstration of real change in our schools and justification of recognition on a national level. \n\n\n\nApplications for the 2020 awards are due by 11:59pm EST on Monday November 18\, 2019.\n\nThe 2020 Best of Green Schools Awards\, co-presented with the Center for Green Schools at the USGBC\, celebrate the hard work being done by individuals\, schools\, campuses\, and organizations to push the green schools movement forward. \n\nIf you or someone you know is making significant strides toward creating green\, healthy\, and sustainable schools\, we want to hear from you!\n\nSUBMIT YOUR NOMINATION
URL:https://dev1.gpsen.org/event/2020-best-of-green-schools-awards/
LOCATION:On-line
CATEGORIES:Grants + Competitions
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ORGANIZER;CN="Green Schools National Network":MAILTO:news@greenschoolsnationalnetwork.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191118
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191123
DTSTAMP:20260429T165805
CREATED:20191115T081711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191115T083743Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual 17 Rooms-U Global Discussion
DESCRIPTION:The SUNY COIL Center is hosting a global online discussion of the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) during International Education Week.  We invite participation in any language and encourage contributions from all over the world. Participants can join the conversation on either platform at any time. \nWe are offering two platforms for the discussions.  Slow Twitter chats will unfold over the course of each day\, allowing participants to join when they like\, while also allowing immediate responses and synchronous discussions.  Padlet is an online collaboration tool in the form of a discussion board\, where participants can post reflections\, questions\, videos and photos\, and respond to other posts in threaded comments. Twitter requires an account\, but Padlet can be accessed as a guest. \nStudents\, staff\, and professors can pick one or more of the SDGs to discuss. There are separate channels for discussion of each SDG. Each day we will post a question for reflection and comment. Questions will move from defining the issues\, to taking stock of existing approaches in different parts of the world\, to idea generation\, to commitment to action. \nThis is a great way to engage students\, staff\, and faculty with their peers around the world on issues that impact all of us. This online event is free and open to the public\, and we encourage you to share this opportunity with your colleagues and networks. The event website has information about the event\, how to join\, and how to learn more about the SDGs\, which you can find at http://bit.ly/17roomsu. We have created materials you can use to promote participation here: http://bit.ly/17roomsudocs.
URL:https://dev1.gpsen.org/event/virtual-17-rooms-u-global-discussion/
LOCATION:On-line
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="SUNY COIL Center":MAILTO:coilinfo@suny.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191115T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200217T170000
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SUMMARY:Sustainable Homes Professional
DESCRIPTION:Join the Sustainable Homes Professional (SHP) program and learn cutting edge design and building best practices from our expert instructor\, Stephen Aiguier of Green Hammer\, as he guides participants through the entire spectrum of high performance building and shares practical insights on the following: \n\nBuilding science fundamentals & moisture management\nHigh performance wall & roof assemblies\nHVAC product selection & integrated system design\nWater conservation techniques\nIndoor air quality\, green material considerations & health impacts\nLocal green/energy efficiency building programs & incentives\n\n​SHP is a comprehensive\, interactive\, experience-driven education program for residential and multifamily building and design professionals who are looking to take their projects to the next level of quality. Each of the six monthly modules can be taken individually and provide participants with an opportunity to gain valuable information and eliminate common barriers to high performance building via: \n\n\n\nLecture\, discussion\, hands-on exercises\, & short assignments\nGuest speakers that share past projects\, experiences\, & expertise on issues that are critical to building quality homes successfully\nTwo tours of under-construction or recently-completed green certified homes with builders & raters on-site to explain approaches\, reveal cost/benefit analysis\, & answer questions\nA final project that progresses throughout the course and puts principles into practice by guiding participants in designing their own high performance building or research project\n\n​A certification exam at the end of the course allows participants to earn the designation of an accredited Sustainable Homes Professional (SHP). Earth Advantage also provides logos and marketing support to help SHPs gain visibility as informed green building professionals. \nThe SHP accreditation program was first offered in 2008 and has since has been offered over 20 times across Oregon\, all the while maintaining a longstanding reputation for depth\, applied learning\, and outstanding quality. SHP is complementary to other industry credentials\, like LEED AP\, LEED GA\, SBA\, CPHC\, BPI\, HERS\, and others. SHPs are architects\, builders\, developers\, remodelers\, raters/verifiers\, subcontractors\, planners\, engineers\, third-party verification program staff\, real estate professionals\, appraisers\, educators\, and building operators who value quality craftsmanship\, whole system thinking\, and sustainable practices.
URL:https://dev1.gpsen.org/event/sustainable-homes-professional/
LOCATION:Earth Advantage Classroom\, 623 SW Oak Street\, Third Floor\, Portland\, OR\, 97205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes + Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Earth Advantage":MAILTO:hkendall@earthadvantage.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191114T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191114T210000
DTSTAMP:20260429T165805
CREATED:20191113T191453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191113T191453Z
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SUMMARY:Drinks\, Trivia\, & Prizes for a Cause
DESCRIPTION:Join us (and Timber Joey\, mascot for our partner\, the Portland Timbers) for a green-themed trivia night\, raffle\, and craft brews at Base Camp Brewing Co.\, Thursday November 14th\, from 6 to 9 pm! \nColumbia employee store passes for the first 30 guests! \nHundreds of dollars in prizes from our AWESOME in-kind donors\, including Patagonia and Columbia gear\, Trader Joes gift basket\, comic books from Books with Pictures\, coupons for Stella Tacos and coffee and workouts and SO MUCH MORE! \nAlso: \n10% of all drink sales from the night go to ECO! \nWe hope to see you there!
URL:https://dev1.gpsen.org/event/drinks-trivia-prizes-for-a-cause/
LOCATION:Basecamp Brewery\, 930 SE Oak Street\, Portland\, OR\, 97214\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ecology in Classrooms &amp%3B Outdoors (ECO)":MAILTO:info@ecologyoutdoors.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191114T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191114T203000
DTSTAMP:20260429T165805
CREATED:20191101T193026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191101T193026Z
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SUMMARY:(Free) Urban Weeds Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Weeds! We all have them. Come learn how to identify the most common garden and landscape weeds along with some of the other more notorious plant invaders of the region. We will walk you through how these aggressive plants take over in your yard and provide some simple yet effective tips that will help you get the upper hand without turning to synthetic herbicides. \nImportant Note(s): ADA parking and seating will be available.  \nPreregistration is required. Please register at \nhttps://emswcd.org/workshops-and-events/upcoming-workshops/all-events/urban-weeds-34/ \n 
URL:https://dev1.gpsen.org/event/free-urban-weeds-workshop-6/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Classes + Workshops
ORGANIZER;CN="EMSWCD":MAILTO:rhesa@emswcd.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191114T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191114T193000
DTSTAMP:20260429T165805
CREATED:20191113T230416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191113T231020Z
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SUMMARY:Exploring Power and Privilege
DESCRIPTION:Justice\, Equity\, Diversity & Inclusion is an important focus of our climate justice work at 350PDX. \nExploring our relationships to power and privilege is key to being able to foster broad partnerships and coalitions\, which allows us to build the movement of movements we need in order to win a bold Green New Deal. \nAs individuals and groups\, we experience varying levels of privilege and power. Recognizing our relationship to institutionalized oppression can bring feelings of defensiveness\, guilt\, shame\, rage\, terror\, and grief\, among other emotions. \nJoin 350PDX and Oregon Humanities in this conversation project\, “Exploring Power and Privilege with Courage\, Creativity\, and Compassion.” \nRSVP here to attend! \nWhat will we be discussing? \nHow can we craft transformative pathways for these feelings to unfold in ways that deepen our collective healing\, rather than taking away from it? What transformations can we unlock when we choose courage\, creativity\, and compassion? What do we\, as individuals and communities\, need in order to heal and thrive in a beautiful and broken world? \nFacilitator Ridhi D’Cruz invites us to metabolize our participation in systems of oppression with vulnerability\, forgiveness and empathy. This conversation may include hands-on activities. \nWho is facilitating this conversation? \nRidhi D’Cruz is a placemaking consultant\, sociocultural anthropologist\, and permaculture educator living in Portland. They work to foster place-based empowerment within diverse communities\, including people facing housing insecurity and governmental agencies\, by drawing on diversity\, equity\, and inclusion\, cultural sustainability\, social permaculture\, and placemaking and asset-based community development. They also enthusiastically participate in life affirming practices involving urban wildcrafting\, plant medicine\, natural building\, and participatory technology. Ridhi is currently a co-executive director of City Repair Project\, a grassroots placemaking nonprofit organizations in Portland. \nWatch this video to hear Ridhi speak about this conversation project! \nAccessibility \nThe Fellowship Hall at Central Lutheran Church (1820 NE 21st Avenue) is ADA accessible with both gender neutral and gendered bathrooms available. We will have an ASL interpretation onsite. Childcare will also be provided. Please reach out to Anissa at anissa@350pdx.org if additional accommodations and accessibility options are required for you to participate fully in this event.
URL:https://dev1.gpsen.org/event/exploring-power-and-privilege/
LOCATION:350PDX\, 1820 NE 21st Ave\, Portland\, OR\, 97212\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="350PDX":MAILTO:barbara.e.ford@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191114
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191115
DTSTAMP:20260429T165805
CREATED:20191106T021128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191106T021128Z
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SUMMARY:International Speaker Series 2020: Coming Soon!
DESCRIPTION:Celebrating its 20th anniversary\, WorldOregon’s International Speaker Series is one of the nation’s premier platforms for international affairs. For two decades\, the series has put you in the room with the global leaders\, visionaries\, and inspiring voices that are changing our world. And this year is no different\, presenting an array of the people\, the big ideas\, and the issues framing our role on the world stage.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSeries tickets go on sale to members on Thursday\, November 14\, 2019\nSeries tickets go on sale to public on Monday\, November 18\, 2019 \nFormer U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Samantha Power is a leading voice internationally for principled American engagement in the world. One of TIME’s “100 Most Influential People\,” she is a Pulitzer Prize-winning author\, war correspondent\, and the Anna Lindh Professor of Practice at Harvard Kennedy School and Harvard Law School. Her recently published book\, The Education of an Idealist\, chronicles her years in public service and reflects on the role of human rights and humanitarian ideals in contemporary geopolitics. \nPower spent half of her career explaining complex geopolitical events and eight years at the UN helping to shape them. As the 28th U.S. Ambassador to the UN\, Power became the public face of U.S. opposition to Russian aggression in Ukraine and Syria\, negotiated the toughest sanctions in a generation against North Korea\, lobbied to secure the release of political prisoners\, and helped mobilize global action against ISIL (ISIS). From 2009 to 2013\, she served on the National Security Council as Special Assistant to the President and Senior Director for Multilateral Affairs and Human Rights. Called “a powerful crusader for U.S. foreign policy as well as human rights and democracy” by Forbes\, Ambassador Power was named one of Foreign Policy’s “Top 100 Global Thinkers.” \nBefore joining the U.S. government\, Ambassador Power was the founding executive director of the Carr Center for Human Rights Policy at the Harvard Kennedy School\, a columnist for Time\, and a National Magazine Award-winning contributor to the Atlantic\, the New Yorker\, and the New York Review of Books.
URL:https://dev1.gpsen.org/event/international-speaker-series-2020-coming-soon/
LOCATION:Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall\, 1037 SW Broadway\, Portland\, Oregon\, 97210\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="World Oregon":MAILTO:community@worldoregon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191113T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191113T193000
DTSTAMP:20260429T165805
CREATED:20191107T015259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191107T023956Z
UID:16993-1573668000-1573673400@dev1.gpsen.org
SUMMARY:Climate Activist Kathy Jetnil-Kijiner Keynote Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Please share with your networks!\n\nIt is our pleasure to announce that next week Wednesday November 13th\, Climate Activist and 2019 NCORE Keynote Kathy Jetnil-Kijiner will be at PCC.\n\nThere is a student focused session from 2pm-4pm at Sylvania Campus in ST108 & an open Talanoa Session (Keynote) from 6pm-7:30pm at Cascade Student Union.\n\nKathy is a Marshall Islander poet\, performance artist\, educator. She received international acclaim through her poetry performance at the opening of the United Nations Climate Summit in New York in 2014. Her writing and performances have been featured by CNN\, Democracy Now\, the Huffington Post\, NBC News\, National Geographic\, and more. In February 2017\, the University of Arizona Press published her first collection of poetry\, Iep Jāltok: Poems from a Marshallese Daughter. \nKathy also co-founded the youth environmentalist non-profit Jo-Jikum dedicated to empowering Marshallese youth to seek solutions to climate change and other environmental impacts threatening their home island. Kathy has been selected as one of 13 Climate Warriors by Vogue in 2015 and the Impact Hero of the Year by Earth Company in 2016. She received her Master’s in Pacific Island Studies from the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa.\n\nFor more information you can contact the Sylvania Multicultural Center at Culture@pcc.edu or Sylvania MC Coordinator Makerusa at makerusa.porotesano15@pcc.edu.  You can also find more information on the flyer below.
URL:https://dev1.gpsen.org/event/climate-activist-kathy-jetnil-kijiner-keynote-presentation/
LOCATION:Portland Community College Cascade\, 705 N. Killingsworth St.\, Portland\, OR\, 97217\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191113T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191113T183000
DTSTAMP:20260429T165805
CREATED:20191127T203327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191127T203327Z
UID:17376-1573660800-1573669800@dev1.gpsen.org
SUMMARY:2020 Nature in Neighborhoods nature education and outdoor experiences grants
DESCRIPTION:Greater Portland voters approve $475 million Metro parks and nature bond measure\nVoters across greater Portland on Tuesday approved a renewal of Metro’s parks and nature bond measure\, which will raise $475 million to protect clean water\, restore fish and wildlife habitat and provide opportunities for people to enjoy nature close to home. \n  \nMeasure 26-203 is passing 67% to 33%\, according to election results from Clackamas\, Multnomah and Washington counties. The measure does not raise taxes and instead renews the current property tax rate of $0.19 per $1\,000 of assessed value. It costs about $4 a month for a home assessed at $250\,000. \nMoney from the bond measure will support six program areas: land purchase and restoration\, improvements at Metro parks\, Nature in Neighborhoods capital grants\, “local share” money to support local park providers\, walking and biking trails\, and complex community projects\, such as providing public access to Willamette Falls. \n  \nAll projects supported with bond money are required to prioritize community engagement\, racial equity and climate resiliency. People of color\, Indigenous community members and other people historically left out of parks and nature work shared their input to shape the development of the bond measure. \nFor more detail:  https://www.oregonmetro.gov/news/greater-portland-voters-approve-475-million-metro-parks-and-nature-bond-measure \n  \n2020 Nature in Neighborhoods nature education and outdoor experiences grants \nExpected January 2020 Deadline \nHave you applied for a past Nature in Neighborhoods nature education and outdoor experiences grant? We would love to reconnect with you and talk about what you’ve observed and learned. \n  \nMetro staff is starting to brainstorm for the next grant cycle\, the 2020 Nature in Neighborhoods nature education and outdoor experiences grants. Grant applications may be due in January 2020 for around $700\,000 in total funding. \n  \nIf you haven’t already\, could you please help us by completing this quick\, five-minute survey about the grants? Find it here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2018NINgrants \n  \nWould you have time to join us for coffee and snacks at Metro? If so\, we have set up two group meetings to listen and discuss the next round of grants: \n\nWednesday\, November 13 from 4 to 5 p.m. in room 601 at Metro\, 600 NE Grand Avenue\nWednesday\, November 13 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. in room 370 at Metro\, 600 NE Grand Avenue
URL:https://dev1.gpsen.org/event/2020-nature-in-neighborhoods-nature-education-and-outdoor-experiences-grants/
LOCATION:Metro\, 600 NW Grand Ave\, Portland\, OR\, 97232\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grants + Competitions
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ORGANIZER;CN="Metro":MAILTO:503-797-1700
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191113T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191113T160000
DTSTAMP:20260429T165805
CREATED:20191107T023846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191107T023846Z
UID:16989-1573653600-1573660800@dev1.gpsen.org
SUMMARY:Climate Activist Kathy Jetnil-Kijiner Visiting PCC
DESCRIPTION:It is our pleasure to announce that next week Wednesday November 13th\, Climate Activist and 2019 NCORE Keynote Kathy Jetnil-Kijiner will be at PCC.\n\nThere is a student-focused session from 2pm-4pm at Sylvania Campus in ST 108 & an open Talanoa Session (Keynote) from 6pm-7:30pm at Cascade Student Union.\n\nJetnil-Kijiner is a Marshall Islander poet\, performance artist\, and educator. She received international acclaim through her poetry performance at the opening of the United Nations Climate Summit in New York in 2014. Her writing and performances have been featured by CNN\, Democracy Now\, the Huffington Post\, NBC News\, National Geographic\, and more. In February 2017\, the University of Arizona Press published her first collection of poetry\, Iep Jāltok: Poems from a Marshallese Daughter. \nKathy also co-founded the youth environmentalist non-profit Jo-Jikum\, dedicated to empowering Marshallese youth to seek solutions to climate change and other environmental impacts threatening their home island. Kathy was selected as one of 13 Climate Warriors by Vogue in 2015\, and was named the Impact Hero of the Year by Earth Company in 2016. She received her Master’s in Pacific Island Studies from the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa. \n\nFor more information you can contact the Sylvania Multicultural Center at Culture@pcc.edu or Sylvania MC Coordinator Makerusa at makerusa.porotesano15@pcc.edu.  You can also find more information on the flyer.
URL:https://dev1.gpsen.org/event/climate-activist-kathy-jetnil-kijiner-visiting-pcc/
LOCATION:PCC Sylvania ST 108\, 12000 SW 49th Ave.\, Portland\, OR\, 97219\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Portland Community College":MAILTO:terrie.quinteros@pcc.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191113T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191113T140000
DTSTAMP:20260429T165805
CREATED:20191106T021126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191106T021126Z
UID:16943-1573650000-1573653600@dev1.gpsen.org
SUMMARY:Adapting to Extreme Weather Events Webinar (Earn Free CEU)
DESCRIPTION:The webinar will discuss EPA’s Creating Resilient Water Utilities (CRWU) initiative. The speakers will share information about EPA Water Security Division’s free adaptation resources for water utilities including resources to plan for extreme weather\, tools to assess risks of extreme weather\, and provide a utility testimonial.
URL:https://dev1.gpsen.org/event/adapting-to-extreme-weather-events-webinar-earn-free-ceu/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Classes + Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="EPA":MAILTO:peya@epa.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191112T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191112T200000
DTSTAMP:20260429T165805
CREATED:20191101T194936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191101T195734Z
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SUMMARY:Westside Green Drinks
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Tuesday\, November 12th from 6-8 PM for the next Westside Green Drinks.  This month we will be discussing what it means to have the designation as an Oregon Benefit Company and how does a company become one. \nWe will be joined by Tom Hering of Benefit Corporations for Good\, the only Oregon-based certifying body for Oregon Benefit Companies.  Feel free to bring your questions\, invite a friend\, and share the company of others working to create transparent business structures. \nSyndicate Wines\, LLC was established in February 2019.  Upon our registry with the Oregon Secretary of State’s office\, we reached out to Benefit Corporations for Good to establish ourselves as an Oregon Benefit Company.  We felt that by doing this from the very beginning\, working with Tom and Mary Ann exclusively\, we would have establish our company as one that balances people\, planet\, and profit from the start. \nLocated at 12620 SW 1st Street\, Syndicate Wine Bar is the Westside’s gateway to wine country\, and the ideal place to meet great people\, and discuss amazing ideas over fabulous wines! \nOwned by Angela and David Anderson\, the hosts of Green Drinks\, we’re thrilled to open our doors to you\, and restart Green Drinks in an inviting\, inclusive space. \nBring yourself or come with friends\, and help us build on common ideals of a better future. \nFor more information on Syndicate Wine Bar\, visit www.syndicatewines.com \nTo learn more about Benefit Corporations for Good\, visit www.benefitcorporationsforgood.com
URL:https://dev1.gpsen.org/event/westside-green-drinks-2/
LOCATION:Syndicate Wine Bar\, 12620 SW 1st Street\, Beaverton\, OR\, 97005\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Green Drinks":MAILTO:operations@canvashost.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191111T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191111T173000
DTSTAMP:20260429T165805
CREATED:20191023T070338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191023T070338Z
UID:16869-1573488000-1573493400@dev1.gpsen.org
SUMMARY:COURSE: Leadership Skills for Change Agents
DESCRIPTION:Connect the dots between timeless leadership practices and how to transform an organization to a sustainable enterprise. The “Leadership Skills for Change Agents“ course prepares sustainability professionals at any level in the organizational hierarchy\, and external consultants / advisors\, to design business models for success in the 21st century. It helps sustainability professionals apply timeless leadership practices to ensure successful sustainability initiatives. \nThe class is taught by Bob Willard\, a leading expert on quantifying and selling the business value of corporate sustainability strategies. Willard has given over a thousand presentations to corporate\, government\, university\, and NGO audiences. His six books\, two DVDs\, business case worksheets\, and extensive Sustainability Champions’ Slide Decks service provide capacity-building resources for sustainability champions.
URL:https://dev1.gpsen.org/event/course-leadership-skills-for-change-agents-2/
LOCATION:Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="International Society of Sustainability Professionals":MAILTO:info@sustainabilityprofessionals.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191110T233000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191110T233000
DTSTAMP:20260429T165805
CREATED:20191101T073023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191101T204007Z
UID:15745-1573428600-1573428600@dev1.gpsen.org
SUMMARY:Wege Prize 2020
DESCRIPTION:Less than 2 weeks left to apply for the Wege Prize. \nDon’t miss this unique opportunity to collaborate across boundaries\, solve wicked problems\, design for the circular economy\, and compete for $30\,000 USD in total cash prizes! \nWege Prize 2020 team applications are due no later than 11:59pm EST* on Sunday\, November 10\, 2019. NO LATE APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED! \n*The deadline is in Eastern Standard Time. View the Wege Prize 2020 Team Application Countdown Clock to see exactly how much time you have left.  \nApply now for an early review of your application to ensure your team is eligible to compete! \n\n\n\nWhether you’re looking to join a team or help build/mentor one\, now’s the time to begin. \nWege Prize 2020 teams must collaboratively design and propose a product\, service\, business/non-profit organization\, or other solution to a wicked problem that can help us transition from a linear economic model to a circular economic model. \nDid you know? Wege Prize teams are guided each step of the way by experts in the circular economy\, sustainable business\, green chemistry\, industrial design\, UX/UI design\, digital fabrication\, biomimicry\, public policy\, education\, and more! \nAny full-time undergraduate\, graduate\, or doctoral level college/university student in the world is eligible to compete!  And remember\, diversity is the key to building a successful Wege Prize 2020 team. \nTo be eligible to compete\, teams must: \n\nHave exactly five (5) members\nRepresent at least three (3) different academic disciplines\nRepresent at least two (2) different academic institutions\n\nREAD THE COMPLETE RULES AND REQUIREMENTS
URL:https://dev1.gpsen.org/event/wege-prize-2020/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Grants + Competitions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191110T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191110T173000
DTSTAMP:20260429T165805
CREATED:20191023T070332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191023T070332Z
UID:16863-1573344000-1573407000@dev1.gpsen.org
SUMMARY:Job Openings: Environmental Education Instructors and Directors at the Tualatin Hills Nature Center
DESCRIPTION:Know someone who loves working outside and sharing their love of nature with families\, kids and teens? Tualatin Hills Nature Center is hiring for this winter and spring.  \nCloses: \nNovember 10\, 2019 at 5:00 pm \n \nLocation: \nTualatin Hills Nature Center \n15655 SW Millikan Way \nBeaverton\, OR 97003 \n  \nHours: \nPart-time employees may be scheduled between 5 and no more than 29 hours per week\, some evening and weekend shifts required. Schedule will vary and are based on programs scheduled. \n \nENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION INSTRUCTOR \nPay Rate Range: \n$12.80 – $15.52 \nThis position is responsible for planning\, preparing\, instructing and leading a nature-based day camps and environmental education programs. \n \nENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION DIRECTOR \nPay Rate Range: \n$16.25 – $21.40 \nThis position is responsible for the development and implementation of a nature-based day camps and environmental education programs. Incumbents in this job classification work independently\, within established guidelines\, to develop\, coordinate\, supervise and instruct the day-to-day activities of programs and provide lead direction to assigned part-time staff and volunteers.  \n*Application closes November 10th at 5pm \n 
URL:https://dev1.gpsen.org/event/job-openings-environmental-education-instructors-and-directors-at-the-tualatin-hills-nature-center-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Jobs + Internships
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ORGANIZER;CN="TUALATIN HILLS PARK &amp%3B RECREATION DISTRICT":MAILTO:Bbarbara@thprd.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191107T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191107T190000
DTSTAMP:20260429T165805
CREATED:20191106T021124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191106T021124Z
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SUMMARY:Nature Play at Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge
DESCRIPTION: \nWHAT: Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge is in the planning stage of creating a Nature Play Area at the Refuge. We’ve identified a site and are now to the point of imagining what the style of play could look like and what features will support that style. \nThis drop-in event will feature conceptual drawings\, displays about different types of nature play features\, tours of the nature play site (until it becomes too dark to do so)\, and refreshments. \nWHY: Tualatin River NWR endeavors to be an asset to the community and support a variety of nature-based activities. Safe\, off-trail\, free-play in nature has long been critical to the healthy development of children\, yet these opportunities are a dwindling resource. The Refuge has been a great place for families to learn about nature through programs and events for over two decades. Through this project\, we want to build on that connection through the joys of play. \nWHEN: Thursday November 7th\, from 3:30pm to 7:00pm \nWHERE: The Refuge Visitor Center’s Riparian Room (the community room to the right of the front desk). We will lead periodic tours to the Nature Play site that you will have the option to join. Water resistant footwear is recommended. \nWHO: Anyone with an interest in how the Refuge\, through free play in nature\, can be an asset to your personal child development goals or the goals of your organization. \nIf you have experience with children’s health\, mental and physical development\, play for all abilities\, or the design and construction of Nature Play Areas\, we would love to hear from you. \nIf you simply enjoy Nature Play and want to share the types of features you and your children love (even features that help you\, as a parent or guardian\, relax and let your children play freely)\, we want to hear from you\, too. \nCAN’T MAKE IT BUT ARE INTERESTED?\nSend an e-mail with your thoughts to tualatinriver@fws.gov
URL:https://dev1.gpsen.org/event/nature-play-at-tualatin-river-national-wildlife-refuge/
LOCATION:Tualatin River NWR\, 19255 SW Pacific Hwy\, Sherwood\, OR\, 97140\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Intertwine Alliance":MAILTO:info@theintertwine.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191107
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191123
DTSTAMP:20260429T165805
CREATED:20191110T064125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191110T064125Z
UID:17034-1573084800-1574467199@dev1.gpsen.org
SUMMARY:Senior Program Manager
DESCRIPTION:BACKGROUND & SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITY \nForth is a nonprofit 501(c)(6) trade association with a closely related 501(c)(3) charity\, the Forth Mobility Fund. Forth works to advance electric\, smart\, and shared transportation in the Pacific Northwest and beyond through innovation and industry development; demonstration and pilot projects; policy advocacy; and consumer engagement. Forth also operates the nation’s first brand-neutral electric mobility showcase\, as well as a range of other projects. Learn more on our website. \nOur continued growth and increasingly nationwide scope of work has created an opening for a Senior Program Manager to join our team in delivering cutting-edge “new mobility” demonstration projects and programs around the country. This includes a diverse portfolio of projects designed to advance electric\, shared\, connected and autonomous mobility\, often with a special focus on delivering benefits to traditionally underserved communities. We seek candidates who are focused\, organized\, enthusiastic about new mobility\, and comfortable working with diverse partners. \nForth remains a small\, dynamic organization; the successful candidate will be expected to wear many hats\, work independently\, and play an active role in the organization’s development. While we prefer the successful candidate work full time and be housed at our headquarters in Portland\, we would consider a remote or part-time work arrangement for an exceptional candidate. \nDESCRIPTION OF DUTIES \nProgram Management (~75%).  The Senior Program Manager works with other staff to effectively manage campaigns and projects to advance and promote electric and new mobility solutions.  \n-Develop and manage demonstration projects relating to shared\, connected\, electric\, and autonomous transportation.\n-Work closely with cities\, transportation companies\, electric utilities\, and other partners to develop and deliver high quality programming.\n-Develop strategies to share best practices and scale their adoption.\n-Coordinate or supervise Program Managers\, Program Associates\, and contractors.  \nProgram and Business Development (~25%). The Senior Program Manager works with other staff to develop new project ideas and cultivate new sources of funding from governments\, transportation companies\, and other partners. \n-Maintain Forth’s position as a thought leader in utility transportation electrification work.\n-Maintain knowledge of current industry trends and best practices to identify emerging opportunities and needs.\n-Develop and refine new project ideas to advance Forth’s mission.\n-Draft proposals and pitch project ideas to potential funders; lead RFP responses.\n-Manage client-based consulting and fee for service work\, grant funds\, and other project funding.\n-Maintain strong relationships\, open communications\, and regular reporting with funders. \nQUALIFICATIONS \nRequired: \n-A passion for Forth’s mission and values\, including our commitment to diversity\, equity\, and inclusion\n-Demonstrated ability to manage multiple conflicting projects\, meeting deadlines while maintaining a healthy work-life balance\n-Bachelor’s degree and at least ten years of experience in transportation\, energy\, or related field\n-An entrepreneurial approach proven through successful business development or sales work\n-Demonstrated strength in project and program management; ability to work independently and maintain “big picture” perspective\n-Experience working for at least one of these key stakeholders: electric utilities\, local governments\, or major transportation companies\n-Excellent cross-cultural communications skills\, both written and verbal\n-Willingness and ability to travel regionally\, occasionally overnight; valid driver’s license and passport\n-An ability to take the work seriously\, without taking yourself too seriously \nDesirable: \n-Experience working in a non-profit with a mission-driven staff and board\n-Specific experience with autonomous\, connected\, electric\, or shared mobility strategies\n-Advanced degree in a relevant field \nCOMPENSATION \nStarting salary range is $60\,000 to $75\,000 commensurate with experience. Excellent benefits include 160 hours of paid vacation annually\, fully paid health\, dental and vision insurance for employee and all dependents (or a monthly stipend if covered by other insurance)\, and an employer retirement contribution of 3% of gross salary after six months (no match required.) We also provide access to electric vehicles for business use. \nTO APPLY \nTo ensure full consideration\, please apply through our HiringThing site by November 22 and submit the following: \n-Your resume\n-A cover letter responding to the question: What mobility trend are you most looking forward to in the next three years? \nWe will continue accepting applications after this date\, but cannot ensure all will be reviewed. All candidates will be notified once we have made a hiring decision. \nForth is highly committed to excellence through diversity\, to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace\, and to supporting our staff with ongoing career development. People of color\, people with disabilities\, veterans and LGBTQI(+) candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Forth is committed to responding to accommodation requests from applicants with disabilities\, whenever possible.
URL:https://dev1.gpsen.org/event/senior-program-manager/
LOCATION:Portland\, Oregon\, Portland\, OR\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jobs + Internships
ORGANIZER;CN="Forth":MAILTO:ginaa@forthmobility.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191106T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191106T170000
DTSTAMP:20260429T165805
CREATED:20191028T070951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191028T070951Z
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SUMMARY:Metro is hiring for a Business Systems Analyst in Parks and Nature
DESCRIPTION:Metro’s Parks and Nature Department manages over 17\,000 acres of voter-protected land across the greater Portland region\, from expansive forests and sensitive wetlands to beloved nature parks.  Effective data management in the cloud helps us do this work on the ground and report on what we do in meaningful ways.  We’re looking for a Business Systems Analyst who can use their software project management experience to help us manage key business systems for the department. \nIn the Business Systems Analyst role you will manage both implementation of new business system software as well as support end-users who use these systems on a daily basis.  Your first project and primary role over the next 18 months will be to project manage the migration of the department’s web-based conservation project management system to a new platform.  This product is developed locally by Sitka Technology Group and is known in its generic form as TerraTrak\, and at Metro\, as Terramet.  You’ll work with the developer\, end users and other stakeholders to ensure this project is completed efficiently\, effectively and on time. \n  \nWe expect you to identify areas for ongoing strategic improvement or optimization for existing key business systems (Terramet) and make recommendations to departmental management\, as well as continue to support end-users with trainings and documentation. \nAs the department considers implementing other department-specific business software systems\, you will also project manage the life cycle of these products – from Requests for Proposals\, proposal evaluation\, contract management\, project management\, go-live\, change management\, and ongoing monitoring and end-user support. \nYou’ll be the only Business Systems Analyst in the department\, so we are looking for self-motivated candidates with strong customer service skills to match their technical expertise.  Someone with a positive attitude who is detailed oriented\, process focused\, and values continuous learning will thrive in this role. \nAt Metro\, we hire a workforce representative of the communities we serve\, understanding that a diverse workforce strengthens our organization. We value diversity and support a positive and welcoming environment where all of our employees can thrive.   The next Business Systems Analyst should share Metro’s commitment to shaping a better future for everyone in greater Portland. \nApplication requirements in order to be considered:\n1) Electronic application\, 2) answer to supplemental questions\, 3) resume and 4) cover letter describing your qualifications as they relate to the duties of this position \nEssential Job Duties \n\nServes as Parks and Nature’s project manager and liaison for the assigned business software system(s).  Oversees contracts with developers; reviews\, interprets and monitors the contract and contractor performance.\nGathers requirements from agency stakeholders\, maps business processes\, researches and understands system capabilities\, identifies areas for strategic improvement or optimization\, and makes recommendations to departmental management. Defines priorities.\nDevelops project plans to track and coordinate efforts between Information Services staff\, outside consultants\, functional leads\, system end-users\, and management.\nUses project management principles to meet business requirements and deadlines within budgetary constraints. Prioritizes requests to ensure operational needs are met with available resources.\nDocuments “as-is” and “to-be” business processes\, system configurations\, and training materials. Creates understandable system requirements documentation to establish project deliverables and inform project plans.\nCreates and delivers training for end-users on system functionality and business processes.\nServes as the department resource for software questions and troubleshooting; researches and assesses issues\, escalates issues to contractor/developer as needed.\nEnsures performance of new functionality is as intended and that applications are functioning correctly.\nFulfills Metro’s core values of public service\, excellence\, teamwork\, respect\, innovation and sustainability.\nPerforms related duties as assigned.\n\nThis position is  represented by AFSCME 3580 and is classified as Senior Management Analyst (click to read the full classification). Classification descriptions are typically written broadly and do not include the specific duties and responsibilities of the positions.Minimum Requirements \nMinimum Qualifications:  \n\nBachelor’s degree in information systems\, business administration\, public administration\, or a related field.\nThree years of progressively responsible experience in systems analysis or project management;\nor any combination of education and experience that provides the necessary knowledge\, skills\, and abilities to perform the job duties and responsibilities.\n\nPreferred Qualifications\nExperience as a project manager for new software installation and go-live\nExperience as a project manager for software or business systems for a public agency\nExperience working with TerraTrak or TerrametAdditional Information \nKnowledge\, skills and abilities \n\nPrinciples and methods of system analysis\, process improvement techniques\, project management and quality assurance principles\nGeneral functions\, capabilities\, characteristics\, and limitations of standard computer platforms and devices\nCommunicate effectively\, both orally and in writing\, including communicating concepts and operational processes to diverse audiences of technical and non-technical personnel\nWrite clear and concise documentation\, including reports\, process descriptions\, business requirements\, and training materials\nAbility to use independent judgment\, problem analysis and decision making skills\, and make recommendations\nAbility to think critically\, problem solve\, detect errors\, and foresee potential issues\nEvaluate operations\, policies\, procedures and methods\, identify alternative solutions\, and make sound independent decisions within established guidelines\nLearn new software products and conduct research of new systems and functionality\nResearch data\, systems\, user requirements\, and analyze issues and problems from multiple perspectives\nWork collaboratively with team members\, information systems staff\, external consultants/developers and agency stakeholders to ensure project accountability\nAbility to apply a racial equity lens to creating and implementing policy and processes\nFamiliarity in racial equity\, history and current conditions affecting Indigenous and communities of color\nKnowledge of public policy development policies and practices\nKnowledge of contract administration policies and practices\nAbility to maintain accurate written and computerized records\, reports and budgets\nFulfill Metro’s core values of public service\, excellence\, teamwork\, respect\, innovation and sustainability\nPerform essential duties and responsibilities\nPerform (with or without a reasonable accommodation) the physical demands in the work environment and operate the tools and equipment\n\n 
URL:https://dev1.gpsen.org/event/metro-is-hiring-for-a-business-systems-analyst-in-parks-and-nature/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Jobs + Internships
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ORGANIZER;CN="Metro":MAILTO:503-797-1700
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191105T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191105T130000
DTSTAMP:20260429T165805
CREATED:20191106T021133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191106T021133Z
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SUMMARY:November Lunch and Learn
DESCRIPTION:Bring your lunch and join us as we hear from Micaela Schweitzer-Bluhm\, the new U.S. Department of State Diplomat in Residence! \n“A career in the Department of State is always an adventure – mine has been full of unexpected experiences\, fascinating encounters\, and non-stop learning. When I joined\, I could never have predicted the incredible journey on which I was embarking. Each new assignment brings its own exciting opportunities and challenges. Some of my most interesting experiences have been: assisting North Macedonia’s entry into NATO – a 25 year U.S. policy goal; supporting negotiations between Israelis and Palestinians; coordinating U.S. government responses to crisis events worldwide; coaching new Iraqi journalists on the role of an independent press; assisting sick and injured U.S. mountaineers in Nepal; mentoring Egyptian university students establishing a Model U.S. Congress program; listening to exchange participants tell ME all the great things about the U.S.; and\, most of all\, meeting\, working with\, and learning from incredible colleagues and counterparts around the world.”
URL:https://dev1.gpsen.org/event/november-lunch-and-learn/
LOCATION:Mercy Corps\, 43 SW Naito Pkwy\, Portland\, OR\, 97204\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="World Oregon":MAILTO:community@worldoregon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191104T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191104T200000
DTSTAMP:20260429T165805
CREATED:20191106T021135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191106T021135Z
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SUMMARY:Development Drinks
DESCRIPTION:Development Drinks is a monthly gathering hosted by GlobalPDX\, for people interested in international development. This social event is meant to be a chance to connect with others and to learn about the work of GlobalPDX members. This month we are delighted to highlight Jonathan Jennings\, Executive Director of Health in Harmony! Jonathan spent 10 years with Doctors Without Borders managing humanitarian programs in several African countries and in 2013 became the Deputy Executive Director of Doctors Without Borders Canada. Jonathan became increasingly dissatisfied with international aid programs focused only on helping people without addressing the root causes of climate breakdown and ecological collapse. Recognizing that human and environmental health are fundamentally intertwined\, he followed his vision for change\, becoming Executive Director of Health In Harmony in 2017.
URL:https://dev1.gpsen.org/event/development-drinks-5/
LOCATION:Basecamp Brewery\, 930 SE Oak Street\, Portland\, OR\, 97214\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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