NPCA believes that engaging the next generation is critical to ensuring the protection of our national parks, which is why we launched the Next Generation Advisory Council.

The Council brings together a group of individuals, ages 18-34, to explore effective methods of engaging younger generations in national park advocacy and protection. As a diverse group of leaders and advocates, members of the Next Generation Advisory Council work closely with NPCA to ensure the protection, enhancement, and enjoyment of our natural and historic resources for the benefit of present and future generations.

Kayuri Bhimani

Blake Borwig

Monique Byro

Barbara Camacho Garcia

Maude Dinan

Diquan Edmonds

Wawa Gatheru

Katie Hobbs

Bonnie Lei

Nicholas Maya

Steffanie Munguia

Kale’a Pawlak-Kjolhaug

Jacob Ross

Nanci Torres-Poblano

Jonathan Tyrrell

Wyatt Wilson

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