Effective community engagement is at the heart of successful environmental development projects. NES specializes in developing and implementing strategic engagement plans that are tailored to the needs and values of each community. Our approach involves Tribal consultation and collaboration and organizing community meetings and forums. By actively listening to and incorporating community feedback, we ensure projects are more socially sustainable, widely accepted, and supported by those they affect.
Education is a powerful tool for understanding and supporting environmental development projects. NES provides specialized capacity-building support, application development, and training opportunities for Tribal Historic Preservation Officer (THPO) programs. We create and deliver educational programs and visual displays that make complex project information accessible and engaging for community members. Whether it’s interactive workshops, informational kiosks, or engaging multimedia presentations, our educational initiatives are designed to inform communities about the benefits of projects, the importance of environmental stewardship, and the role of cultural heritage preservation. These programs increase the involvement of community members in environmental development projects
Securing funding is often a critical component of implementing community-focused projects. NES offers comprehensive grant development and writing services to assist clients in identifying funding opportunities, developing strong grant proposals, and navigating the submission process. Our 20+ years of expertise spans a wide range of grant sources, including federal, state, and private foundations, particularly those focused on environmental conservation, cultural heritage preservation, and community development.
Choosing NES means choosing a partner committed to making environmental development projects a source of capacity building opportunities for tribal and local communities. Our services in THPO training, strategic community engagement, educational program development, and grant writing are all geared toward ensuring projects meet their environmental and regulatory goals and contribute positively to the communities involved.