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Out & Back with Alison Mariella Désir

Flowing Into Confidence

Alison Mariella Désir explores the Pacific Northwest with change-makers who are reclaiming space in the outdoors, creating opportunities for underrepresented communities in the region to find joy and healing.

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Flowing Into Confidence

Season 4 Episode 6 | 8m 21s | CC

Edith Han is an adventurer, community organizer and whitewater kayaker. Alison joins her at a Diversify Whitewater event, where Han guides BIPOC beginner paddlers down Class I rapids on a section of the Snoqualmie River. Edith hopes to continue to create spaces for adventure, connection and confidence both on the water and off.

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