Texas Public Information Act’s 50th Anniversary an Excellent Time to Strengthen the Landmark Law

Texas Public Information Act’s 50th Anniversary an Excellent Time to Strengthen the Landmark Law

By Kelley Shannon, Executive DirectorFreedom of Information Foundation of Texas Fifty years ago, responding to public demand in an era of reform, Texas enacted a sweeping law ensuring the people’s right to know about their government. The Texas Public Information Act – originally known as the Open Records Act when it passed in 1973 – was…

UTA Sustainability — Women in Research

UTA Sustainability — Women in Research

What a great experience as we learned from UTA professional women, who are working in the Environmental Space. We heard about the incredible work happening at the UTA Office of Sustainability and what its “green” warriors are accomplishing in the sustainability field. Our Panel:Gabriela Mustata Wilson, Ph.D., MSc, FHIMSS, SNAI, FIAHSI, Director of Health and…

Sustainability Initiative at the Dallas Zoo

Sustainability Initiative at the Dallas Zoo

Friday, July 29, 2022 from 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. – Presentation Join Women in the Environment at at The Dallas Zoo for a presentation on new and exciting sustainability initiatives at The Dallas Zoo, presented by Shannon College, manager of the Dallas Zoo Ambassador Animal Programs and co-chair of the zoo’s Sustainability Steering Committee….

Lunch and Learn Conversation: Green Careers

Lunch and Learn Conversation: Green Careers

Tuesday, June 28, 2022 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. – Luncheon and Speakers Join Women in the Environment at Dallas City Hall to hear from a panel of environmentally-focused, public sector professionals converse about the wide variety of municipal sustainability jobs. Enjoy a boxed lunch from Dickey’s Barbecue while listening to industry experts discuss…

Gutsy Mavericks to Quiet Heroes: Women Environmental Pioneers

Gutsy Mavericks to Quiet Heroes: Women Environmental Pioneers

Thursday, March 31, 2022 – 11:15 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. – Luncheon and Speaker Women in the Environment’s annual Women’s History Month Celebration March 2022 was a great success! We enjoyed lunch, provided by Glory House, at One Arts Plaza. And we were treated to a very interesting talk on historical women who were environmental…

2021 Events

2021 Events

The North Central Texas Region’s first annual Solid Waste Management Symposium is being presented by Women in the Environment, an advocacy organization committed to sustainability and environmental stewardship. Managing landfill space, protecting the land, water and air—it’s all about awareness, collaboration and partnerships. Annual Chocolate and Wine Reception – November 2021 Each year, WE hosts…

Events Prior to 2020

Events Prior to 2020

A River Runs Through WE – March 2017 Canoe the Great Trinity Forest – Women in the Environment River Expedition. Led by Charles Allen wiht Trinity River Expeditions. A River Runs Through WE – January 2017 Lunch and learn the history of the Trinity River. Presentation by Lucy Hale, Trinity River Audubon Center. Bonton Farms…