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City Resilience: Joplin
Transformation and resilience in Joplin, Mo—after the devastation of an EF5 tornado.
Hurricane Recovery: Rockaway
In late 2012 Hurricane Sandy devastated parts of New York. This is the story of how nature has helped one Queens community unite and heal.
Coming Soon: Metro Biodiversity
Human health and environmental health are inextricably linked. How can a native “wild nature” experience benefit urban communities?
Nature RX
Emphasizing patient, family and employee centered care through nature-based, hospital programming.
Warrior Care: Walter Reed Military
Using nature to promote commemoration, restoration, and healing for our Nation’s Wounded Warriors.
What is the Nature Effect?
Inspiring Community Stories
“It’s bringing community together. Green space connects everyone beyond socio-economic status…across religion, across color lines; it’s a place where everybody can go and everyone is equal.”
“I remember May 22 like it was yesterday. I remember the heartache felt. This park brought a sense of peace and healing.”