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Melissa Abramson
Melissa Abramson is the Manager of REI Outdoor Programs and Outreach. She has grown the program from the ground up, building strong partnerships with local non-profits, government and land agencies to help promote conservation and access to nature for those in the Tri State Area.
As an avid outdoor enthusiast, she has dedicated her life, both personal and professional to adventure, exploration, education and stewardship. She has worked in Brazil, Costa Rica and the Pacific Northwest designing adventure based Leadership Education programs for both youth and adults. After receiving her Masters Degree in Economics and Education Reform from the London School of Economics, she planted roots in New York City to create a direct pathway for urban dwellers to access nature and ultimately taking a vested interest in protecting and preserving public green spaces.