Across the country, many Black and minority communities have long faced barriers to accessing safe, welcoming green spaces — and those disparities continue to shape physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being today. In honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, this Learning Lab invites us to look deeply at the intersection of faith, equity, and belonging in the outdoors.

Together, we will explore the historical roots of exclusion in nature spaces, the lasting impacts on community health, and the powerful role people of faith can play in ensuring that everyone has access to the healing, renewing gift of creation. Participants will gain insights, language, and practical steps to support more equitable, inclusive outdoor spaces where all communities can thrive.