OUR MISSION
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​We partner to grow a restorative economy by rebuilding healthy ecosystems, restoring habitat for plants and wildlife, and reconnecting our border communities to the land through shared learning.
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OUR VISION

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We envision connected borderlands where rivers flow, plants, wildlife and cultures thrive, and communities develop an inclusive restorative economy where a sense of place inspires a sense of purpose.

RESTORATIVE ECONOMY
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A restorative economy creates a synergy between human economic activity and natural systems to build a more prosperous and socially-just local economy. Standing in contrast to an extractive economy, which depletes resources, degrades ecological processes, and decreases biodiversity. A restorative economy works to regenerate resources, enhance processes and increase biodiversity. 

Santa Cruz County Restorative Economy Study Released by University of Arizona