Safe Spaces Increase Access to Nature for LGBTQIA+ Communities

Safe Spaces Increase Access to Nature for LGBTQIA+ Communities

“Maybe one day affinity spaces won’t be necessary, but right now, there’s healing and trust-building that needs to be done for our communities, and other communities who have been left out of conservation planning and engagement.” CAS Board member and Out in Nature founder Forrest Cortes writes about the importance of creating safe spaces for affinity groups in conservation and birding.