General FAQs
below are answers to questions we are frequently asked
If you’re inquiring about Rue as a presenter or speaker on behalf of the network, contact Communications Director Candace Dantes at [email protected]
Absolutely! We welcome everyone to join our Black joy and healing in nature. Events are open to anyone who supports our mission to celebrate and inspire Black connections and leadership in nature.
Please send all speaking engagement requests to [email protected]
Please send all sponsor requests to [email protected]
Please send all partnership requests to [email protected]
Learn more about recruitment here. Our recruitment period generally runs from January to February of each year. If you have any questions about our application process, email [email protected]
We do not offer regular volunteer opportunities. For updates about short-term opportunities, follow us on social media and subscribe to our monthly newsletter.
We are active in 60 cities in the United States.
Contact our Communications Director at [email protected]
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We’re a national not-for-profit (not nonprofit) that celebrates and inspires Black connections and leadership in nature.
Rue Mapp is Founder and CEO of Outdoor Afro, which she established in 2009 as a social enterprise.