Join National Geographic Photographer Nichole Sobecki in South Africa as she explores efforts to protect wild cheetahs and other big cats from trafficking and habitat loss. This vital work

Join National Geographic Photographer Nichole Sobecki in South Africa as she explores efforts to protect wild cheetahs and other big cats from trafficking and habitat loss. This vital work highlights National Geographic's commitment to science, exploration, and bringing you stories that matter.

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This event, held on March 7, 2014, featured a panel of experts moderated by Nichole Maher, President of the NW Health Foundation.

Speakers included Brad Avakian, Commissioner of the Oregon

This event, held on March 7, 2014, featured a panel of experts moderated by Nichole Maher, President of the NW Health Foundation.

Speakers included Brad Avakian, Commissioner of the Oregon Bureau of Labor and Industries; Sunny Petit and Roberta Phillip-Robbins from the Oregon Council on Civil Rights; Jessica Nelson of the Oregon Employment Department; and Josh Lehner from the Oregon Office of Economic Analysis.

In an interview for the Native Perspectives on Sustainability project, Nichole Maher (Tlingit) discusses cultural sustainability. She advocates for preserving the strengths and gifts of indigenous

In an interview for the Native Perspectives on Sustainability project, Nichole Maher (Tlingit) discusses cultural sustainability. She advocates for preserving the strengths and gifts of indigenous cultures.

Maher also stresses the importance of instilling youth with a sense of responsibility and belonging.

Learn more about the project at Native Perspectives on Sustainability.