Solidarity Statement on Racial Justice:
CoRenewal was founded on principles of environmental justice and the belief that through collaboration and connection, we can heal some of the toxic wounds that disproportionately affect some within our human community. The Black Community is particularly affected by systemic oppression, inequities within the criminal justice system, and the current Covid-19 pandemic. The culture of white supremacy is a toxic wound that we must seek to address and heal.
As a US-based nonprofit organization, we acknowledge our host of privileges and stand in solidarity with those in the struggle for justice. We acknowledge that our inherent biases run deep and we are each responsible for unlearning racism. Furthermore, we commit to addressing our own role in systems of oppression. We must learn, listen and adapt, even when it is uncomfortable to do so. CoRenewal is committed to interrogating our own blind spots and exploring what we can do -- in our practices, our teaching and outreach, our research, our community engagement, and our interpersonal interactions. We reaffirm our commitment to becoming more supportive partners to our human and ecological community members who deserve better.
We ask that you join us, and together we can create a more just world. Have conversations about dismantling racism with your friends, family and colleagues. Spread the word about it in your area, or donate to organizations that are organizing for justice, and explore the resources and tools that you can use.
With love and solidarity,
The CoRenewal Board of Directors
CoRenewal was founded on principles of environmental justice and the belief that through collaboration and connection, we can heal some of the toxic wounds that disproportionately affect some within our human community. The Black Community is particularly affected by systemic oppression, inequities within the criminal justice system, and the current Covid-19 pandemic. The culture of white supremacy is a toxic wound that we must seek to address and heal.
As a US-based nonprofit organization, we acknowledge our host of privileges and stand in solidarity with those in the struggle for justice. We acknowledge that our inherent biases run deep and we are each responsible for unlearning racism. Furthermore, we commit to addressing our own role in systems of oppression. We must learn, listen and adapt, even when it is uncomfortable to do so. CoRenewal is committed to interrogating our own blind spots and exploring what we can do -- in our practices, our teaching and outreach, our research, our community engagement, and our interpersonal interactions. We reaffirm our commitment to becoming more supportive partners to our human and ecological community members who deserve better.
We ask that you join us, and together we can create a more just world. Have conversations about dismantling racism with your friends, family and colleagues. Spread the word about it in your area, or donate to organizations that are organizing for justice, and explore the resources and tools that you can use.
With love and solidarity,
The CoRenewal Board of Directors
WHO WE ARE:
CoRenewal is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to providing education and research in ecosystem restoration, health and healing, and sustainable community dynamics. CoRenewal is organized exclusively to conduct these activities: facilitate research, development, and implementation of solutions supporting ecosystem resilience; evaluate and ameliorate the impacts of environmental quality on individual and community health; engage in education, career-building, and research-oriented programs pertaining to ecology and sustainable community development.
Current Online Educational Offerings:
Fire and Fungi Online Study Group Continuing!
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An online community for people interested in learning more about the role of Fungi in Fire Ecology, post-fire ecological regeneration, post-fire mycoremediation of toxins, and related topics. Our goal is to learn more about fire and fungal ecology, as well as connect with others and build capacity to implement regenerative practices to mitigate catastrophic wildfire. Our reading materials will be stored in Google Drive, and will include many articles published in scientific journals that are not typically available to the public. Each week we'll have a different article to read during the week, and will meet on Zoom for 1hr each week. Participants will have the opportunity to sign up for a date to summarize the article for the Zoom session, and lead a discussion with the group. In addition, we will invite guest speakers to share their insights and speak about their experiences for special Zoom sessions. The information gathered will be open source; it may be used to advance and apply for new CoRenewal projects, and may be used by any individual or organization.
Timing: We will meet on Zoom Thursdays 4-5pm PST April 16-June 4. We may continue the group for longer. $20-$100 sliding scale suggested donation to cover administrative costs and support CoRenewal's work. |
This online MycoRenewal Course will provide participants with a comprehensive introduction to the diverse and dynamic world of Mycology; from fungal biology, to cultivation techniques, fungi for food and medicine, and how to use fungi to regenerate degraded ecosystems. In this course, CoRenewal hopes to cultivate and reinforce a worldwide mycelial network of people from various backgrounds to come together in mutually beneficial relationships with one another and the natural world.
Our list of inspiring and innovative teachers includes: Mia Maltz PhD, Leila Darwish, Willoughby Arevalo, Danielle Stevenson, Maya Elson, Brendan O'Brien, Taylor Bright and Jacquelyn Burmeister Read the Teacher Bios here Session 1: Introduction to Fungal Biology and MycoRenewal Session 2: Fire and Water: Post-fire Fungi and Mycofiltration Session 3: Fungi for food and medicine Session 4: Mycoremediation Session 5: Environmental Justice and Bioremediation Session 6: Applying MycoRenewal Skills Beginner and Intermediate Mycologists welcome! |
Your Purchase helps CoRenewal:
- Research fungal and bacterial communities capable of bio-degrading petroleum and rehabilitating petroleum-contaminated landscapes
- Investigate the use of mycorrhizal fungal spores to promote regeneration in post-fire landscapes
- Research how mycorrhizal fungi can be applied to improve the restoration of degraded and heavy metal contaminated agricultural soils
- Create more educational opportunities and build a network of mutual support for ecological projects