Community & Collaboration – In Conversation with Teresa Romero

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Strategic Earth approaches each project through a community and inclusivity lens. As a team, we believe the most effective community engagement plans empower diverse stakeholders and connect with audiences that are typically underrepresented during decision-making processes.  To us, that doesn’t mean simply “checking a box” or adding names to an email list, but rather making […]

How Our Book Club Helps Us Lean Into Inclusivity

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As a team that specializes in relationship-building to navigate complex community-based decision-making, we continually seek ways to deepen our understanding of inclusion and better empower diverse community members. One way we do this is through the Strategic Earth Book Club. At Strategic Earth, our book club is more than a team activity. It’s a practice […]

Building Our Roster of Incredible Talent

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At Strategic Earth, we recognize that meaningful change is achievable when people come together with clarity, care, and a shared purpose. Our work grows from relationships, and we’re always grateful for the incredible talent that has contributed to our journey so far. Looking ahead, we anticipate new opportunities and partnerships on the horizon. To be […]

Essential Tools For Dynamic Times: A Resource for Facilitators

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A Resource from the IAP2 USA & Canada Young Professionals Whether you’re brand new to the public participation field or looking for new inspiration to deepen your practice, we’ve got you covered. Co-created by the International Association for Public Participation (IAP2) USA Young Professional Network and the Canadian Young Professional Community of Practice, this crowd-sourced […]

Leaning Into Our Values, Growing Our Company Culture

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At Strategic Earth, our values shape everything we do. We foster a culture of inclusive collaboration, a growth mindset, and trust-centered connections. As we evolve as a team, we’re excited to share updates that highlight our commitment to these values and the incredible individuals who bring them to life. Celebrating Noelia’s Promotion We are thrilled […]

Project Wrap Up: Shaping the Future of Ellwood Marine Terminal

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A collaborative, community-driven engagement process has culminated in the creation of a public access and use concept design plan that reflects the values and needs of Chumash community members and the broader Santa Barbara public. This effort is part of the larger restoration of the Ellwood Marine Terminal (EMT) site for public use, led by […]

Project Wrap Up: Trinidad Rancheria Tribal Harbor District

Trinidad Rancheria Tribal Harbor District

From November 2022 – July 2024, Strategic Earth supported the Tribal Council and Administrative Staff of the Cher-Ae Heights Indian Community of the Trinidad Rancheria in developing a strategic plan for the Tribe’s new Tribal Harbor District, which they have owned and operated since 2001. In May 2024, Trinidad Rancheria completed the fee-to-trust process, formally […]

Project Wrap Up: Facilitation Design and Support for the Climate Resilient Fishery Management Workshop hosted by TNC Oregon

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  At Strategic Earth, we recently wrapped up a project supporting The Nature Conservancy in their efforts to advance the Pacific Fisheries Management Council Initiative 4.  This effort focused on designing a comprehensive facilitation plan for a two-day in-person workshop that invited scientists, managers, and stakeholders to discuss how to incorporate climate and ecosystem information […]

Project Wrap Up: Strategic Planning Framework for the North American Primate Sanctuary Alliance (NAPSA)

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Our team recently wrapped up an inspiring project with the North American Primate Sanctuary Alliance (NAPSA) as part of the Chimpanzees in Need (CiN) initiative. This effort focused on creating a strategic plan to guide the successful re-homing of captive chimpanzees in accredited and ethical sanctuaries. Through a series of thoughtfully designed and facilitated strategy […]