Patricia
Dines Freelance
Writer, Editor, Public Speaker & Graphic
Artist Specializing
in Environmental & Community
Topics
PROFESSIONAL SPEAKER FOR HIRE
Would you like a speaker who informs, engages, and inspires people about environmental and community topics?
That's what I love providing!
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I AM AN EXPERIENCED PROFESSIONAL |
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I've been a professional writer and educator for 25 years, with the past 15 years specializing in environmental topics. I've given talks for events and groups as diverse as the Harmony Festival, the Peace & Justice Center, Alliance for Democracy, North Bay EcoFest, and the Cancer Resource Center. I was on the Steering Committee of the fabulously successful "Better Not Bigger" conference. I've also written a wide range of innovative and beloved books, newsletters, columns, and articles about environmental and community topics.
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I DELIGHT IN CREATING TALKS THAT ARE ... |
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ENGAGING. Environmental talks don't need to be depressing or complex. They can be passionate, compassionate, useful, and inspiring. In fact, they work better that way!
INSIGHTFUL. Because of my knowledge about environmental issues, I can provide truly useful information, analysis, and perspectives.
& EMPOWERING. To make a difference on these issues, we need more than talk and tips. I love digesting diverse and complex material, then converting it into accessible information that deepens understanding and empowers truly meaningful action.
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MY SPECIALTY TOPIC AREAS ARE ... |
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While I can cover many topics, I have special knowledge and depth in these areas:
• Everyday toxics
and healthier alternatives, to stop the harm of
unnecessary pollutants
• Organic and sustainable food and
agriculture, to help protect ourselves and our
ecosystems
• Peak oil and alternative
energy, to support our transition to
sustainable energy sources
• Ecological living, so that we
can all be part of the solution
• Personal growth and healing, so
that we can gracefully shift and bring more joy to
ourselves and others, and
• Effective individual and community
action, that truly makes a difference in the
world
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MY PERSONAL APPROACH IS ... |
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The environment is a timely topic, but not new to me. I love the earth and deeply value the ways it fundamentally empowers our lives, our health, and our journeys. Therefore I've been moved to use my communication skills to help us live more gently on the planet.
We can change our ways joyfully! Too often eco-writers bring only despair. That's why I've spent the past 15 years exploring how to speak about these issues in a way that deepens understanding while empowering cheerful action. Knowing that we can make a difference is a joyful feeling!
I hope that with my work I can help create a world and a future that's healthier and happier for everyone.
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FOR MORE INFORMATION ... |
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This Quick Resume & Portfolio PDF summarizes my key projects and client feedback. |
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* Ask EcoGirl. This syndicated superhero eco-advice column answers readers' questions about the practicalities of going green! Click here for more information and to view past columns. Sample feature story (first-person): * Delighting in Our Delicious Local Farms, West County Gazette, May 2008. Cover story. This piece savors the delights of buying in season from local farmers -- and the benefits to community, earth, health, and wallet. Then it shows you how to do it, with a schedule of local farmers markets and links to directories of local farms and CSAs. There's even a table showing what's in season when. How fun! Click here to download the article laid out, in PDF format. Sample book review: * Book Review: Natural Remodeling for the Not-So-Green House
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