We Need to Tell Our Stories.(PERSPECTIVES: A MESSAGE FROM NRPA'S LEADERS)

From the #MeToo movement to these cinematic images we are seeing on the big screen, our country is resetting a narrative that leaves me very encouraged as I raise my three daughters, who are seeing women in roles in our society that no longer fall into stereotypes. Story after story across this country offers powerful examples of park professionals who have taken the time to build a relationship with a young person or parent, many times going above and beyond the call of duty. [...]by doing more to publicly acknowledge the important role our park and recreational professionals play in cities, counties and communities, we can help advance the narrative that this field is about more than just play. Chair of the Board of Directors