Join us for a conversation with leading ecological researcher Mary Power and Institute founder Tom Fleischner. They will explore natural history's vital role in inspiring ecological field study

Join us for a conversation with leading ecological researcher Mary Power and Institute founder Tom Fleischner. They will explore natural history's vital role in inspiring ecological field study and theoretical advances. Dr. Power's decades of research on river food webs and their ecosystem linkages are deeply informed by her love of natural history.

Mary Power is a Professor at UC Berkeley and Faculty Director of the Angelo Coast Range Reserve. She is a member of the National Academy of Sciences and other prestigious bodies, and a former president of the Ecological Society of America. Her work was notably featured in "The Serengeti Rules" film.

On February 7, 2021, David Courchene III hosted Session 2 via Zoom, featuring the Red Shadow Singers and Knowledge Keepers Mary and Robert Maytwayashing, and singer Cody Courchene. The session

On February 7, 2021, David Courchene III hosted Session 2 via Zoom, featuring the Red Shadow Singers and Knowledge Keepers Mary and Robert Maytwayashing, and singer Cody Courchene. The session focused on translating ceremonial songs.

Mary Maytwayashing shared the Ojibwe translation and significance of the Nibi Water Song, received in a dream. Cody Courchene presented the Turtle, Black Bear, and Calling In Songs, which were translated by Robert Maytwayashing.

Produced by David Courchene III and Pic River Development Corp (PRDC), this session built upon previous work. You can watch Red Shadow Singers Traditional Drum Songs: Learn the Meaning Behind the Songs (Session 1) here.

After fleeing war-torn South Sudan, Mary Maker found security and hope through education at Kenya's Kakuma Refugee Camp. Now a teacher of young refugees, she champions education as an essential

After fleeing war-torn South Sudan, Mary Maker found security and hope through education at Kenya's Kakuma Refugee Camp. Now a teacher of young refugees, she champions education as an essential tool for rebuilding lives and empowering girls, stating it can "turn their tears of loss into a passion for peace."

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Mary Anderson, Director of Public Works for the City of Highland Park, IL, has 25 years of experience in

Mary Anderson, Director of Public Works for the City of Highland Park, IL, has 25 years of experience in municipal government and public works. She is also an original appointee to the APWA Center for Sustainability.

At the June 2011 APWA Sustainability in Public Works conference in Portland, Oregon, Ms. Anderson presented on the APWA Framework for Sustainability and the Center for Sustainability initiative. The session was videotaped by Ruth Ann Barrett of EarthSayers.tv, "the voices of sustainability."

Mary Evelyn Tucker connects the teachings of Mahatma Gandhi and Martin Luther King Jr. to the Earth Charter. She emphasizes humanity's capacity for radical, long-term change, asserting that

Mary Evelyn Tucker connects the teachings of Mahatma Gandhi and Martin Luther King Jr. to the Earth Charter. She emphasizes humanity's capacity for radical, long-term change, asserting that recognizing our place in a unique, living Earth community is vital at this critical historical juncture.

Tucker further discusses the Earth Charter's relationship to Satyagraha, highlighting its foundational principles of nonviolence, democracy, and peace.

Mary Vincent shares how space technologies benefit life on Earth, focusing on protecting people and trees from fires and deforestation amidst climate change.

An entrepreneurial leader, Mary

Mary Vincent shares how space technologies benefit life on Earth, focusing on protecting people and trees from fires and deforestation amidst climate change.

An entrepreneurial leader, Mary manages a Space Data Analytics and AI Portfolio at Lockheed Martin Space, overseeing data scientists and software engineers. She is also a Tech and Climate Tech Scout, dedicated to mentoring her team. Her teams have won a Space Award and Systems Thinking Award, and she leads the Bay Area Space Sustainability Employee Network.

Mary previously advised companies and spoke globally, including serving as a Stakeholder Judge at the UN Climate Change Conference. Follow her at @maryvincent. This talk was given at a TEDx event; learn more at ted.com/tedx.

Mary Nichols, a climate champion, spent 45 years as an environmental regulator, called "Trump's nemesis" and "most influential." As Chair of the California Air Resources Board, she advanced

Mary Nichols, a climate champion, spent 45 years as an environmental regulator, called "Trump's nemesis" and "most influential." As Chair of the California Air Resources Board, she advanced climate action, limited emissions, and engaged automakers. Praised for cutting greenhouse gases, she also faced criticism for polluter leniency and insufficient action for disadvantaged communities.

Join Mary Nichols and Climate One's Greg Dalton to discuss her storied career and California's climate leadership, from Governors Schwarzenegger to Newsom. We'll explore the future of state and national climate agendas in 2021. This program is generously underwritten by the ClimateWorks Foundation.

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Yesterday, Elder Dr. Dave Courchene and his Vision of Turtle Lodge were honored at two simultaneous events.

Hundreds gathered at the Turtle Lodge for a tribute, while Governor General Mary

Yesterday, Elder Dr. Dave Courchene and his Vision of Turtle Lodge were honored at two simultaneous events.

Hundreds gathered at the Turtle Lodge for a tribute, while Governor General Mary Simon hosted a separate event in his honor at Rideau Hall.