We all want to make a good first impression, which might be why it can feel so hard to talk about yourself and your work with others. Being able to introduce yourself appropriately, confidently, and engagingly is a skill that will serve you well in any group, but there’s more to it than just talking about yourself for a minute or two—and there are some common self-introduction mistakes that can make it harder to achieve your communication goals. We’ll dig deeper into what can help you show up the way you want to, and have the conversations you’re hoping for.

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WAN members can enjoy FREE registration to attend the virtual program of The Hope Summit!

The Hope Summit is an annual conference focused on building agency and hope through community-driven solutions. This year’s theme is Creating Vibrant Communities, with programming spanning ocean and environmental issues including water quality and plastic pollution, stewardship and citizen science, governance, ecological restoration, resilience and adaptation, storytelling as a catalyst for change, environmental justice, and traditional ways of experiencing and managing terrestrial and marine ecosystems.

Virtual tickets are typically $75, but Sustainable Ocean Alliance has sponsored the Summit to enable free participation for aquatic leaders! We have reserved tickets, available on a first-come, first-served basis. Please use this link to claim your free ticket. Don't miss out!

Day 1 virtual sessions were organized by WAN leadership and are intended to prepare you for our upcoming Annual Speed Mentoring on October 22nd.