2024 Learn Over Lunch Series
Building Connections Across Our Statewide Network
About Learn Over Lunch
California ReLeaf started the Learn Over Lunch (LOL) program for Network Member organizations as a result of the pandemic shutdown. Learn Over Lunch was developed to give Network Member organizations the chance to gather virtually multiple times a year to share and connect on a wide range of Urban and Community Forestry topics like educational programs, volunteer and community engagement strategies, workforce development programs, tree care tips, new tree planting initiatives, developing community partnerships, and so much more.
We have two main goals for Learn Over Lunch:
1. Build Connection Across the ReLeaf Network
We gather to build bonds across the Network, help member organizations get to know one another and hear what each organization is up to.
2. Provide Peer-to-Peer Learning Opportunities for Network Members
We hope Network Members can come to learn about tools, systems, and strategies that other groups are using and can walk away with some useful information. We encourage group discussions so resources and ideas can be shared by not only the presenting Network Member but to all who participate.
2024 Learn Over Lunch Dates
In 2024, we will host Learn Over Lunch (LOL) sessions over Zoom every other month starting in April on select Wednesdays from 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m.
April 10th
Network Presenter: Clean & Green Pomona
Topic: Advocacy & Action: Clean & Green Pomona’s Approach to Addressing Environmental Inequities
June 12th
Network Presenter: Ojai Trees
Topic: Tree Walks — Connecting Residents with their Community Trees
August 7th
Network Presenter: Little Manila Rising
Topic: Little Manila Rising’s Urban Forestry Training Program
October 9th
Network Presenter: Climate Action Now!
Topic: Community Tree Care: Tree/Ecological Maintenance as a Community Asset
December 11th
Time: 11:45 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Network Presenter: United Latinos
Topic: Equity Based Environmental Justice
Learn Over Lunch FAQs
Who Can Attend Learn Over Lunch?
What is the Learn Over Lunch Program format?
11:45 a.m. Meet and Greets with Network Members
12:00 p.m. Network Member Presentation
12:20 p.m. Q & A
12:40 p.m. Breakout Room Discussion Groups
12:58 Closing
What are the requirements to present?
Will Learn Over Lunch Sessions be recorded?
2023 Learn Over Lunch Series Recordings
Topic: Advocacy at the State and Local Level
Recorded: October 11, 2023