Programs
ADI Initiatives and Programs
At ADI, we place the lived experiences of community members at the heart of our work, believing that communities should lead and shape the pursuit of transformational justice in the Adirondack Park and beyond. Our programming, outreach, and advocacy primarily concentrate on three areas: Safety & Belonging, Nature Stewardship and Community Building. Download a copy of ADI's new Communication Booklet to learn more about the work we do, how we do this work, and our initiatives and programs..
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Community Policing Initiative
The goal of our Community Policing initiative is to enhance the relationship between police agencies and the Adirondack communities they serve.
Over the last 4 years we have trained over 160 law enforcement officers and DEC Rangers.
Emerging Stewards Initiative
The Emerging Stewards Initiative aims to develop new generations of Adirondack stewards from marginalized
communities throughout New York State. The goal is to foster a deep investment in the sustainability and
long-term health of the Adirondack Park and spread the powerful impact of nature.
Cultural Consciousness Building
It’s not diversity training!
Our Cultural Consciousness Building is facilitated as
active conversations, rooted in education, and
tailored to meet the specific needs of the community,
organization, or business that initiated our services.
ADI Symposium
The ADI Symposium is a unique community gathering
designed to empower residents, organizations, and
businesses to increase understanding and awareness, and enact positive change, toward amore welcoming and inclusive Adirondack North Country.
Sustaining BIPOC Leadership Initiative
This program aligns with our mission to support racial, social, and economic justice by empowering those who aspire to lead within their communities.