Livelihoods Knowledge Exchange Network (LiKEN) is a link-tank to connect communities and scholars for policy relevant, collaborative research
Lexington, KY
Joined February 2016
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LiKEN has secured $3.1M in funding from the US Forest Service to launch "Community Wealth from Healthy Rivers and Forests," a project promoting agroforestry & watershed management in eastern KY & southern WV. 🥳🙏 Read more at likenknowledge.org/projects/…
This #GivingTuesday help transform communities by donating to LiKEN. Your support can restore forests, improve local water systems, and create opportunities for the next generation.
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Let’s make a difference together.
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Let's give thanks for the vibrant connections that sustain us and the collective action that drives our mission forward. Wishing you all a day filled with gratitude, warmth, and joy. 💚 #Thanksgiving #LiKENKnowledge #Gratitude
Big moves in climate resilience! From intercultural workshops to actionable science, we're driving community-led solutions. Explore the latest: likenknowledge.org/post/buil…
Get inspired by the incredible work happening at LiKEN's Water Collaboratory program - we're turning the tide for a better tomorrow! 💧💙 Share your ideas and water stories in the comments below and let's create ripples of change together! #LiKENKnowledge
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LiKEN Knowledge and its partners have compiled a new report as a first step towards building key strategies that strengthen water resilience and local livelihoods in Central Appalachia.
Read the report at pacinst.org/publication/wate…
#LiKENKnowledge #Appalachia #ClimateResilience
LiKEN is seeking a caring and creative leader with nonprofit experience to help guide our dedicated team of LiKENeers. Share this opportunity with your network to help ours grow!
Read the full job description at likenknowledge.org/jobs/assi…
LiKEN is hiring six new Community Engagement Coordinators in eastern Kentucky and southern West Virginia! 🌳
Help make our communities, rivers, and forests stronger. Transform. Restore. Protect. Replenish.
#LiKENKnowledge #Appalachia
Read more at:
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Today, miners and their families arrived in DC to ask Congress to take action on legislation that would improve benefits for miners with #blacklung as well as their families. Take action to support them: appvoices.org/coal-impacts/b…
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Miners and their families arrive in DC today to fight for improvements to #blacklung benefits. Support work like this by giving to ACLC. kygives.org/organizations/ac…
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🧵Miners are in DC ▶️today◀️ to ask Congress to take #blacklung seriously – to hold coal companies accountable and make it easier for miners and grieving families to receive the benefits they deserve. What are they asking for?
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Miners & their families from the #BlackLung Association are in DC today pushing Congress for action. Thanks @SenJoe_Manchin for your support of The Relief for Survivors of Miners Act & Black Lung Benefits Improvement Act.
🌍 Happy Earth Day! Join LiKEN in nurturing sustainable livelihoods & empowering communities. Subscribe to our email list & be part of impactful change!
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Heirs' property often limits wealth generation but can be resolved. The Shepherds turned their Letcher County, KY property from 'clouded' to 'clear' title. The Appalachian Heirs' Property Coalition aids owners in Eastern KY/WV with free legal services. youtu.be/F85JK-WBX-w
Join us this #GivingTuesday to support LiKEN's mission: 💪 Promoting local livelihoods, 🤝 fostering collaborations, 💡and sharing knowledge. Together, we can build stronger, more resilient communities. Donate now!
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🌿 We're committed to honoring Indigenous knowledge, fostering partnerships, and empowering voices for a sustainable future. Join us on our journey of respect and collaboration. #NativeHeritage #Sustainability #LiKEN
Happy #Thanksgiving from LiKEN! 🦃 Grateful for the incredible communities & people who inspire us. Honoring Indigenous wisdom & our shared journey towards a sustainable future. Thank you for being part of our mission! 🌍 #Gratitude #Sustainability #LiKENetwork
Liken is Hiring a Bookeeper and a Community Engagement Coordinator! - mailchi.mp/likenknowledge.or…
In honor of the anniversary of the flooding in Eastern Kentucky, LikKEN would like to share a joint post with the Pacific Institute pacinst.org/moving-toward-eq… #Climate #climateresiliance #LiKEN #Likeneer
