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    Park and recreation professionals have the tools and resources to lead localized, anti-racist solutions that advance the multitude of benefits derived from equitable park access and climate-resilient park systems. The Park Access Network is an open community bringing together diverse professionals to facilitate conversations and best practices among peers to drive systemic changes that advance equitable and resilient park access.

    Parks and recreation create stronger, more resilient communities that can adapt to and better recover from environmental, social and economic challenges. However, significant racial and socioeconomic disparities affect access to parks, including the number of quality parks, proximity of parks and connection to safe, inclusive, culturally-relevant parks and programs. Moreover, Black, Indigenous and people of color and low-income communities receive fewer resources and support to prepare for, respond to and recover from the impacts of climate change.

    Park and recreation professionals have the tools and resources to lead localized, anti-racist solutions that advance the multitude of benefits derived from equitable park access and climate-resilient park systems. The Park Access Network is an open community bringing together diverse professionals to facilitate conversations and best practices among peers to drive systemic changes that advance equitable and resilient park access.

    Members are encouraged to use this network frequently, as well as invite colleagues to join in on the discussions. Special events, such as network calls, webinars and other events, will be developed over the next year – recommendations are welcome!

    Upcoming network meeting dates can be found below and are at 2:00PM EST:

    February 28, 2024

    April 24, 2024

    June 26, 2024

    August 28, 2024

    October 23, 2024

  • Contains 2 Component(s)

    Released December 2023! Empowering resilient communities for a sustainable future! Join us as we explore how park and recreation agencies are building climate-ready coastal communities that are resilient to the impacts of natural disasters by investing in natural riparian enhancements in local parks, facilitating community engagement and environmental education events.

    Embark upon learning how select park and recreation agencies are reshaping coastal living into a paradigm of resilience. Our commitment extends beyond the ordinary as we invest in natural riparian enhancements within local parks and recreation areas, crafting climate-ready communities that stand strong against the impacts of natural disasters. Learn about dynamic initiatives fostering community engagement and immersive environmental education events. Together, we are not just building communities but creating sustainable, vibrant ecosystems that thrive in the face of change.  

    Learning Objectives (2 – 3 learning objectives):   

    1. Gain insights into methods for facilitating meaningful community engagement in the context of climate resilience. 

    2. Understand the key principles and practices involved in constructing climate-ready coastal communities. 

    3. Acquire knowledge on the role of environmental education in building awareness and fostering sustainable practices within coastal communities. 

    Barbara Kapustin

    Program Manager, Community and Environmental Resiliency

    National Recreation and Park Association

  • Contains 4 Component(s), Includes Credits

    Released December 2023! Join two safety coordinators as they describe how they have added action into their agencies’ safety teams/committees. Learn how they engage their committee members to have productive meetings, identify tangible ideas for tasks and projects that your agency can implement, and create an overall proactive team that actually makes a difference.

    Safety coordinators are aware that many agencies face the common challenge of keeping their safety committees productive, effective and engaging. This session will apply to all members of a safety committee. Elevate your safety committee’s effectiveness to thePeaches and Cream’ experience, allowing for a safer and smoother workplace for all. 

    Learning Objectives: 

    1. Identify ways to turn your committee into a proactive, effective team for your agency 
    2. Learn how to engage committee members to gain active participation during meetings 
    3. Understand how to empower committee members to take action between committee meetings 

    Dani Hoefle

    Superintendent of Parks

    Buffalo Grove Park District

    Dani is the Superintendent of Parks for the Buffalo Grove Park District.  She was a parks and rec kid, growing up in programming and working as a lifeguard and swim instructor starting at age 14.  She received her B.A. in Elementary Education from Augustana College in Rock Island, Illinois.  She then taught middle school math and science for three years before joining the Buffalo Grove Park District full-time in April of 2014 as the Aquatics Supervisor.  She supervised a staff of 50-100 employees seasonally and managed four aquatic facilities, including one outdoor pool, two indoor pools, and a splash pad.  After 4 years in aquatics, Dani was promoted to the Risk Manager for the Buffalo Grove Park District, where she supported both parks and recreation staff in their safety, training, and programming needs.  Dani also chaired her agency’s Safety Committee, played a big role in safety policy development and decision making, and led her agency’s COVID response.  In June of 2023, Dani was promoted to Superintendent of Parks.  In this new position, she now oversees the Grounds Maintenance staff, consisting of four crews and the mechanic for a total of 12 full-time staff and 13 seasonal staff.  Dani’s professional mission is to create a safe, positive, and supportive work environment for her staff that creates job satisfaction and agency efficiency. Dani loves her diverse experience in parks and rec, is a lifelong learner, and can’t wait to see what comes next.  She also created and chairs the Risk Management Special Interest Group within the Administration & Finance Section of the Illinois Parks and Recreation Association, created and chaired the Safety Committee Workshop held in December 2022, and is on the Board of Regents for the Illinois Parks and Recreation Association ProConnect Mentor Program.  Dani holds her CPRP, CPSI, and CPO certifications.  

    Chuck Misner

    Safety & Wellness Coordinator

  • Contains 7 Component(s)

    Find previously live Park Access Network content here! Park and recreation professionals have the tools and resources to lead localized, anti-racist solutions that advance the multitude of benefits derived from equitable park access and climate-resilient park systems. The Park Access Network is an open community bringing together diverse professionals to facilitate conversations and best practices among peers to drive systemic changes that advance equitable and resilient park access.

    Find previously live Park Access Network content here! Parks and recreation create stronger, more resilient communities that can adapt to and better recover from environmental, social and economic challenges. However, significant racial and socioeconomic disparities affect access to parks, including the number of quality parks, proximity of parks and connection to safe, inclusive, culturally-relevant parks and programs. Moreover, Black, Indigenous and people of color and low-income communities receive fewer resources and support to prepare for, respond to and recover from the impacts of climate change.

    Park and recreation professionals have the tools and resources to lead localized, anti-racist solutions that advance the multitude of benefits derived from equitable park access and climate-resilient park systems. The Park Access Network is an open community bringing together diverse professionals to facilitate conversations and best practices among peers to drive systemic changes that advance equitable and resilient park access.

  • Contains 4 Component(s), Includes Credits

    Released October 2023! In an increasingly interconnected world, the prevalence of loneliness has become a pressing concern that affects individuals across all age groups and backgrounds. Let's Talk About Loneliness: Identifying and Addressing Loneliness in Our Communities sheds light on the causes, consequences, and solutions to this pervasive issue.

    Released October 2023! Loneliness is a universal human experience that transcends age, gender and social status, yet it often remains hidden behind a facade of normalcy. This talk aims to shine a light on this prevalent issue and provide practical strategies for recognizing and combating loneliness within our communities. By understanding loneliness, we can better grasp the emotional and psychological impact that loneliness can have on individuals and the broader community. 

    We will delve into effective strategies to collectively address loneliness. Attendees will leave with tangible ideas for creating an environment where loneliness is acknowledged and tackled head-on. 

    Learning Objectives: 

    1. Gain exposure to research on loneliness and access to evidence-based screening tools.
    2. Identify interventions to treat loneliness and learn about the Colorado Loneliness Project. 
    3. Discover how parks and recreation can partner with healthcare organizations to address loneliness.  

    Stacey Halvorsen

    Chief Education Officer at Colorado Mountain Club

    Colorado Mountain Club

    Stacey Halvorsen has a Masters of Education in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of Washington with emphasis on non profit management, education policy, and environmental and multicultural education.  She has been managing programs, facilitating community partnerships, developing curriculum, and teaching outdoor and environmental education for over 17 years in Colorado and the Northwest.  She is currently the Chief Education Officer at Colorado Mountain Club and the Vice President and Co-Founder of the Colorado Center for Primary Care Innovation. As an ACE-Certified Health Coach for over 7 years, Stacey is a Subject Matter Expert for the American Council on Exercise (ACE) and is passionate about employee wellness.

  • Contains 4 Component(s), Includes Credits

    Released November 2023! How can park and recreation professionals best identify what adaptations are needed for individuals with disabilities to access and benefit from recreation? Join this conversation with staff from the Northwest Special Recreation Association to learn how active inclusion is essential to positive recreation experiences for people with a variety of ability levels.

    Released November 2023! Ensuring community members with disabilities have successful experiences in a recreation setting relies on active inclusion. This talk highlights the tools that identify when adaptations or specific supports are needed to give individuals with disabilities every opportunity to access and benefit from recreation. Andrea Griffin Superintendent of Recreation, Northwest Special Recreation Association (NWSRA) and Victoria Gonzalez Manager of Inclusion, NWSRA share their insights and knowledge on achieving active inclusion in all your programmatic offerings. 

    Learning Objectives: 

    1. Leave with a concrete understanding of active inclusion  
    2. Recognize when adaptions or supports are needed 
    3. Create and implement program and service adaptions and supports 

    Andrea Griffin, CTRS, CPRP, CIA

    Superintendent of Recreation

    Recreation at Northwest Special Recreation Association (NWSRA)

    Andrea Griffin is Superintendent of Recreation at Northwest Special Recreation Association (NWSRA). She has been with NWSRA for 16 years. She oversees the Collaborative Department, focusing on collaborative programs and the Community Adult Day Program, PURSUIT, as well as the Inclusion Department, working with NWSRA Member Park Districts, to provide inclusive recreation opportunities. . She is the recipient for the 2020 American Therapeutic Recreation Association Certificate of Recognition for her support of recreational therapy.

    Griffin earned a Bachelor of Science degree with an emphasis in Therapeutic Recreation from Aurora University. She is a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS), a Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP), a Certified Play Expert (CPE) and a Certified Inclusivity Assessor (CIA).

    She is involved in professional organizations through Illinois Park and Recreation Association (IPRA) Recreation Section and the Therapeutic Recreation Section. Within each of these sections at some point in her career she has taken on a leadership role. Griffin is a member of American Therapeutic Recreation Associations (ATRA) Community, Management and Diversity on line communities and the Leadership Committee. She is a member of the Kent State University Inclusion Advisory Board and is the National Delegate for the Chicago Chapter of Woman in Leisure Services (WILS). She is also a member of the Mt. Prospect Woman’s Club and the City of Rolling Meadows Events Foundation.

    Griffin has presented at the national, regional, state and local level on Recreational Therapy, the ADA, inclusion, behavior management, disability awareness, sensory rooms and sensory therapy and collaborative programs and has co-authored a chapter, Best Practices in Administrative Inclusion for the book Inclusive Leisure: A Strengths-Based Approach

    Victoria Gonzalez, CTRS, CPRP, CIA

    Manager of Inclusion Services

    Northwest Special Recreation Association (NWSRA)

    Victoria Gonzalez, Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS), Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP), Certified Play Expert (CPE) and Certified Inclusivity Assessor (CIA) attended Illinois State University where she studied Therapeutic Recreation and minored in Psychology.  Victoria has been with Northwest Special Recreation Association (NWSRA) of 8 year.   She is currently the Manager of Inclusion Services where she oversees four full-time Inclusion Coordinators that work directly with NWSRA 17 Member Park Districts. Gonzalez is the lead CTRS on the NWSRA Snoezelen Sensory Team.  

    Gonzalez, is involved in professional organizations through Illinois Park and Recreation Association (IPRA) Recreation Section and the Therapeutic Recreation Section, currently the At Large Representative of Therapeutic Recreation Section of IPRA. .  Within each of these sections at some point in her career she has taken on a leadership role.  In 2018 Gonzalez was awarded the Rising Star Award from the Illinois Therapeutic Recreation Section.  

    Gonzalez has presented on the state and local level training on Inclusion/ADA, ability awareness, effective communication, behavior management, sensory rooms, Snoezelen Therapy and recreation program adaptions. 

     

  • Contains 4 Component(s), Includes Credits

    Released September 2023! If you’re involved in facilities or maintenance operations, you know that construction projects take time, money and planning. Join us to discover the secrets behind successful public-private partnerships and learn how they can help you achieve desired outcomes for your community.

    Discover unique ways to create functional recreation facilities for your community during this talk. Our expert speakers will share insights and experiences on how they repurposed buildings for recreation programming in Seattle and Suffolk, Virginia. The speakers will present valuable case studies that demonstrate how to develop effective private-public partnerships, create budgets and devise successful strategies for large-scale facility repurposing projects. 

    Learning Objectives: 

    1. Gain the tools to develop effective public-private partnerships 
    1. Understand how to create budgets and successful strategies for working on large-scale facility repurposing projects  
    1. Identify and learn how to implement strategies to work with a variety of communities to create buy-in and support equitable access to park and recreation facilities 

    Brian Judd (he/him)

    Warren G. Magnuson Park and Volunteer Programs Unit Manager

    Seattle Parks and Recreation


    Mark Furlo

    Director of Suffolk Parks and Recreation

    City of Suffolk

  • Contains 4 Component(s), Includes Credits

    Released August 2023! Mental health is an important aspect of overall well-being, and it can have a significant impact on individuals in the workplace. Recognizing the significance of mental well-being in the workplace, this online learning event delves into the unique challenges and considerations faced by women working in this field. During this session, our presenters will speak truth to the pressures of power and help redefine workplace cultures to be more inclusive when addressing mental health and wellness in response to workplace requirements.

    Released August 2023! Join Kendra Moore, chief of programming for Baltimore City Recreation and Parks and Jacia Smith, chief of staff for Baltimore City Recreation and Parks, as they discuss mental health as an important aspect of overall well-being. Recognizing the significance of mental well-being in the workplace, this Talk delves into the unique challenges and considerations faced by women working in this field 

    Every day, park and recreation professionals dedicate their lives to spaces that enhance the lives of others through managing the myriad number of activities, programs, facilities and politicians. Women have made important gains in representation in the workplace, especially in senior leadership within the rpark and recreation profession. However, as the pandemic continues to take a toll on work, life and all that comes along with it, we’ve had to work extremely hard to balance it all. Women are confronted by unique workplace and societal barriers that undermine their ability to thrive without stress. During this session, our presenters will speak truth to the pressures of power and help redefine workplace cultures to be more inclusive when addressing mental health and wellness in response to workplace requirements. 

    As a result of attending, participants will be able to:   

    1. Provide a safe space that identifies mental health triggers   

    2. Educate participants about learning alternative approaches to coping with workplace trauma 

    3. Create strategies that prevent burnout and workplace fatigue 

    4. Align strategies for success to a wellness action plan 

    Jacia T. Smith, Esq.

    Chief of Staff Baltimore City Recreation and Parks

    Baltimore City Recreation and Parks

    Jacia T. Smith, Esq. is the Chief of Staff of Baltimore City’s Recreation and Parks, where she serves as a trusted advisor to the Director and oversees the daily activities of a large government agency. Jacia’s day-to-day duties involves providing oversight and guidance to the agency’s senior leadership team, as well as developing and implementing long-range strategies, and ensuring the operational execution that best serves the Agency's goals and City's overall needs. Jacia has served the City in other roles as the Deputy Director of HR Operations for Baltimore City’s Department of Human Resources (“DHR”) and as the Chief Policy Advisor. 

    Prior to joining the City of Baltimore, Jacia was the Assistant General Counsel at Montgomery College, where she provided counsel on a wide range of legal issues facing the college, including employment law, labor relations, and liability and insurance matters.  Jacia also worked as a practicing attorney at a large regional law firm in the environmental and labor litigation practice groups.  

    An energetic and transformational leader, Jacia has leveraged 15+ years of working in various legal and Human Resources (“HR”) roles, to pursue a career of service, where she is committed to the issues of diversity, inclusive leadership, and conflict management.  

    Jacia holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Hampton University; a Juris Doctor from the University of Buffalo Law School; designations as a Senior Professional in Human Resources (“SPHR”) and Senior Certified Professional (“SHRM-SCP”); and is a proud member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. 

    Kendra Moore

    Chief of Programming

    Baltimore City Recreation and Parks

    Kendra A. Moore has spent her life using her personal and career experiences to provide resources to communitiesMoore received both her Bachelors and Masters of Social Work from Florida Agricultural & Mechanical University. She has over 10 years of experience in youth programs, strategic planning and teen development. 

    Moore’s professional experience includes serving in Virginia, Georgia and FloridaShe is currently working in Baltimore, MD as a Chief of Programming for Baltimore City Recreation and Parks. Ms. Moore has a passion for community and the people who live there. Her desire is to always educate and train young people on how to excel with their greatest potential, through giving them exposure to new and enriching experiences. 

    She is a servant leader who is passionate about heart work (serving from the heart). In her spare time, she enjoys the beach, puzzles, traveling, baking, planning & decorating for events. 

    Taylor Jeromos (she/her)

    Manager of Learning Production

    National Recreation and Park Association

    Taylor Jeromos serves on NRPA's Professional Development team as the Manager of Learning Production. Her career has focused on creating accessible programming, centering diverse narratives, and facilitating informal learning opportunities for people of all ages. She’s been a part of the education teams at a number of cultural organizations, including Frank Lloyd Wright's Martin House, the Dallas Museum of Art, the Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art, and the Contemporary Art Museum St. Louis.  

    Taylor earned a Master’s in Museum Studies and Public History at the University of Missouri-St. Louis and holds a Bachelor’s in Medieval and Gender History from Earlham College.

  • Contains 4 Component(s), Includes Credits

    Released June 2023! Do you want to learn how to thrive as an LGBTQIA2S+ park and recreation professional? Are you someone looking to strengthen your allyship for your queer/trans colleagues? This panel discussion provides steps on how to create and maintain workplaces where everyone can be their best selves.

    Released June 2023! 

    Individuals in the LGBTQIA2S+ community often find themselves at a crossroads in their professional lives, and this talk is designed to help you through the process. Our panel of experts will cover everything from finding your people to navigating workplace dynamics. They also will discuss what allyship can and should look like for everyone in parks and recreation! 

    This talk features: 

    • Nathan Fort, Recreation Program Director for the Turner Recreation Commission 
    • Tiffany Johnson, Parks and Recreation Executive for the City of Tukwila Parks and Recreation and the Chief Executive Officer and Founder of Rocket Solutions Consulting, LLC 
    • Latham Zearfoss, Cultural Liaison for the Chicago Park District 

    This talk is not intended to be an explanation of terms relating to LGBTQIA2S+ issues. Please consult NRPA’s Equity Language Guide for reference.  

    Nathan Fort

    Recreation Program Director

    Turner Recreation Commission Kansas City, Kansas

    Tiffany Johnson

    Parks and Recreation Executive/Qualitative Researcher and the Chief Executive Officer and Founder

    City of Tukwila Parks and Recreation/Rocket Solutions Consulting, LLC.

    Dr. Tiffany Johnson is a Parks and Recreation Executive for the City of Tukwila Parks and Recreation, a Qualitative Researcher and the Chief Executive Officer and Founder of Rocket Solutions Consulting, LLC.  She is a CPRP who has also attained a Master of Public Administration (MPA) in Public Management, a Bachelor of Science Degree (BS) in Parks and Recreation Management, a Minor in Business Management, and a Doctorate in Organizational LeadershipTiffany is the Past-President of the National Recreation and Park Ethnic Minority Society (NRPEMS) and has more than 19 years of full-time professional work experience in the field of Parks and Recreation Leadership. She is the two-time recipient of the NRPA Mid-Atlantic Network Young Professional award (2007 and 2011), along with the American Academy for Parks and Recreation Administration’s Ernest T. Atwell Professional Diversity Extern recipient in 2010, the 2011 New Professional Award Recipient, the 2016 Robert W. Crawford Young Professional recipient, sits on the NRPA Program Committee and is a Commission for Accreditation of Park and Recreation Agencies Commissioner. Her dissertation was “Increasing Implicit Gender Bias Awareness Among Leaders in City Government: A Case Study of the City of Seattle”, which was published by the Library of Congress is 2020. Dr. J is a catalyst for change and a pioneer in Change Management, Professional Development, Strategic Planning, and Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging. 

    Latham Zearfoss

    Cultural Liaison

    Chicago Park District

    Latham Zearfoss is a Cultural Liaison for the Chicago Park District. Additionally, they sustain an artistic practice, and contribute to collective motions toward joy and reflection through mutual aid and other creative and collaborative social projects. They have exhibited and presented their work internationally and all over the U.S. 

  • Contains 4 Component(s), Includes Credits

    Released July 2023! Learn how to foster a safe and welcoming environment for all employees. Join this conversation as our panelists explore how to find workplace champions and allies, individual strengths neurodiverse professionals bring to their work, and the strategies and accommodations that have helped them succeed.

    During this panel discussion well hear from park and recreation professionals who identify as neurodiverse and have firsthand experience working in the field!. This conversation explores how to find workplace champions and allies, individual strengths neurodiverse professionals bring to their work, and the strategies and accommodations that have helped them succeed. They also offer suggestions for how organizations can better support and include neurodiverse individuals in the field, from hiring and training practices to workplace accommodations and accessibility. 

    Join us whether youre a park and recreation professional who identifies as neurodiverse or an organization seeking to create a more inclusive workplace! 

    This talk features: 

    • John McGovern, Partner, Principal in Charge; Accessibility Practice at the W-T Group, LLC (WTG)
    • Kande Jones, Director of Development for Mulvane Recreation Commission in Mulvane, KS
    • Tammy Schwab, Manager of Education and Outreach for Resource Management Division, Fairfax County Park Authority (FCPA)

    As a result of attending, participants will be able to: 

    1. Identify challenges, strengths and accommodations associated with neurodiverse individuals working in a park and recreation setting.  

    2. Learn ways to build a more welcoming space for hiring and retaining neurodiverse individuals.  

    John McGovern (he/him)

    Partner, Principal in Charge

    The WT Group, LLC Accessibility Practice

    John N. McGovern leads the Accessibility Practice at The W-T Group, LLC (WTG)WTG is an MBE that is the NRPA preferred provider of accessibility consulting to NRPA membersHe began his parks and recreation career in Albuquerque, starting as a center director and eventually starting the Therapeutic Recreation ProgramHe then moved to Illinois to helm two of the local government partnerships that provide services for people with disabilitiesAlways interested in civil rights, he went to law school at night while working in parks and recreation and is one of the foremost authorities on the implementation of the Americans with Disabilities ActHis ADA work is sharpened by his career parks and recreation experience, his own disability, and his service on behalf of NRPA on the three federal advisory committees that developed the parks content of the 2010 Standards for Accessible Design.   

    Kande Jones

    Director of Development

    Mulvane Recreation Commission in Mulvane, KS

    Kande Jones is currently the Director of Development for the Mulvane Recreation Commission in Mulvane, KS. She has been with the Mulvane Rec for 5 years, having worked previously as the Youth Program Director for 4 yearsCurrently, as Director of Development, she works with the Mulvane Recreation Foundation and the Community Alliance for Mulvane Families to foster lasting relationships with community members and organizationsKande believes that this is an amazing time to be involved with Parks and Recreation with increased access to funding and greater awareness of the importance of outdoor spaces, conservation and restoration, and community programming. She holds a National Center Director Credential from McCormick Center for Early Childhood Leadership and CPRE through NRPA. She also holds a B.S. in Biology, from Abilene Christian University, Abilene, TX, and an  M.S. in Biology from the University of Colorado- Colorado Springs, CO. She identifies as Aspie and ADHD. 

    Tammy Schwab

    Manager of Education and Outreach

    Resource Management Division, Fairfax County Park Authority (FCPA)

    Tammy Schwab is currently the Manager of Education and Outreach for the Resource Management Division, Fairfax County Park Authority (FCPA), in Fairfax, VA. She is a eighteen-year veteran with Fairfax County Parks having worked as a Naturalist/Historian Senior Interpreter for Sully Woodlands at Cub Run RECenter, where she originated and developed the first nature program at a county recreation centerCurrently, as Program Branch Manager, she coordinates the work of frontline interpreters and their nature and history programs at three lake front parks, five nature centers, two historic sites, an Observatory, a working farm and a public gardenShe is a National Association for Interpretation Certified Interpretive Guide Trainer. She also holds a B.S. in Biology, from Shippensburg University, PA, and an  M.S.  in Zoology from, Miami University, Oxford, OH. She Identifies as Dyslexic and ADHD. 

    Danielle Lucas (she/her)

    Hybrid Learning Coordinator

    National Recreation and Park Association

    Danielle Lucas serves on NRPA's Professional Development team as the Hybrid Learning Coordinator. Her career has focused on creating, implementing, and sustaining positive experiences that participants can take to share with someone else. She’s been a part of the education and recreation teams at a number of organizations, including but not limited to Kentucky State Parks, Wilson's Nurseries Butterfly Greenhouse, Georgetown-Scott County Parks and Recreation, and the University of Kentucky. 

    Danielle earned a Bachelor’s in Recreation and Park Administration, triple concentrating in Natural Resource Recreation Management, Tourism/Resort Recreation Management, and Event Planning Recreation Management from Eastern Kentucky University.

    Taylor Jeromos (she/her)

    Manager of Learning Production

    National Recreation and Park Association

    Taylor Jeromos serves on NRPA's Professional Development team as the Manager of Learning Production. Her career has focused on creating accessible programming, centering diverse narratives, and facilitating informal learning opportunities for people of all ages. She’s been a part of the education teams at a number of cultural organizations, including Frank Lloyd Wright's Martin House, the Dallas Museum of Art, the Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art, and the Contemporary Art Museum St. Louis.  

    Taylor earned a Master’s in Museum Studies and Public History at the University of Missouri-St. Louis and holds a Bachelor’s in Medieval and Gender History from Earlham College.