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How do we get younger?

Posted April 2, 2024
Source
Development for Conservation
Author
David Allen
Three people stand on a bridge in a forest, two who are younger in age and one who looks older.
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There exists a perception that conservation is for old people, that land trust constituencies are getting older and that attracting young people has to be a strategic priority. And just like all perceptions, it’s partially true.

But it’s a good question: How do we get younger? Meaning, how do we foster our organization getting younger? Or at least maintaining its current average age?

This blog was featured in the Spring 2024 issue of Saving Land magazine.

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