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by Nikola Jelinek 

It has only been a few years since I graduated from college with a degree in Chemistry and Environmental Science. Recently, there have been more female graduates at my university, and shortly after graduation, I began working for the NGO Arnika, transitioning from a predominantly female academic environment to an NGO that also has many women on staff.  

The Alaska Conservation Foundation has recognized Pamela Miller, IPEN’s global co-chair, with its 2023 Lifetime Achievement Award. Pam founded Alaska Community Action on Toxics (ACAT) in 1997 and serves as Executive Director, working passionately for environmental and reproductive justice, health, and human rights.