SERVICES
Keynote Speaking
An Experienced and Unflinching Environmental Voice
Overpopulation conversations are tough to have. They’re the big white elephant in the room that no one wants to acknowledge. Dr. Shragg is unabashedly courageous on insisting we must have these difficult conversations if we’re ever going to get truly serious about protecting wildlife, habitats, human and all lifeforms’ quality of life in this one biosphere we all call home. Invite her to help your audiences constructively and respectfully have this essential conversation today.
Environmental Keynotes That Move the Conversation Upstream
Dr. Shragg challenges audiences to look beyond short-term, downstream, environmental fixes and examine the deeper forces shaping sustainability, biodiversity, resource use, and the future of the biosphere. Her audiences span national and international destinations including speaking at Sias University in China (2016) and at Population Matters in England (2017).
Karen helps audiences:
Connect runaway population growth and continuous economic expansion to environmental loss and pressures.
Recognize the limitations of solutions that address symptoms without confronting root causes.
Reconsider familiar narratives about growth, consumption, sustainability, and human relationships with nature.
Engage in candid, constructive dialogue about subjects frequently omitted from environmental conversations.
Leave with a clearer framework for evaluating policies, priorities, and proposed solutions.
Common Audiences Karen Speaks to:
Environmental and conservation organizations
Colleges and Universities
Sustainability conferences
Public-policy organizations and think tanks
Population and wildlife advocacy groups
Professional associations
Civic and community organizations
Organizations seeking a thought-provoking speaker for an environmental program or event
Speaking fees are customized according to the event format, location, preparation requirements, and scope of the engagement.
Policy Writing, Editing & Advising
Dr. Shragg has over 30 years experience as an author, advocate, and editor, offering integrated writing, editing and environmental protection advisory support to policy-focused think tanks, Non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and other nonprofits. Karen is also the author of many inspiring books and poetry for adults and children. Her steadfast commitment bringing upstream, big picture insights to individuals and organizations has impacted policies, legislation, and initiatives throughout the United States and internationally. No matter what the policy issue involves, Karen provides that all-important, yet often overlooked environmental perspective, ensuring our lands, water, wildlife, and the entire biosphere have a “voice” and a seat at the table of decision-making. Read & learn more.
Environmental Education Curriculum Development
Karen has decades of experience working with diverse educational institutions including private and charter, homeschools, and public schools. As a naturalist and nature center director also, Karen brings a wealth of experience in writing and developing environmental education curriculums. Her approach combines scientific knowledge with engaging, age-appropriate learning experiences that help students develop a deeper understanding of the natural world and their relationship to it.