At the Water Table: Conversations with River Network

What does it mean to engage in equitable development – and to center community health and needs at every step of the way? Arif Ullah, Executive Director of South Bronx Unite (SBU), joins River Network's Ayana Harscoet to tell the story of this small but mighty community-founded organization. Tune in to hear about SBU’s journey to transform the South Bronx’s polluted waterfront into a hub for recreation, gatherings, education, and more – while making sure the local community of Black, brown, immigrant, and low-income residents can continue to call the South Bronx home. 

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How do we spark a lifelong passion for rivers and waterways? In this episode, Saraly Gonzalez, Environmental Education Director at UrbanPromise, joins River Network's Carly Schmidt to discuss environmental education and experiential learning through outdoor experiences and direct training. Saraly shares her experience shaping the next generation of water stewards in Camden, New Jersey, through two innovative programs: STAR Student Employees and River Guides. Discover the profound impact of connecting young people to their local waterways, the secret to instilling a lifelong interest in water advocacy, and the transformative power of outdoor experiences in building a sustained movement for clean water and healthy communities.

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