Our Blog
We at Crag value our deep connections to the people and places of the Pacific Northwest. These connections motivate the work that we do protecting the Pacific Northwest’s communities and natural legacy. Crag’s blog is a space where Crag attorneys, interns and volunteers write more personally about our work. In addition to our regular blog, we have created two blog series that highlight the work and perspectives of our clients and our former volunteers.
“The Way We Work” showcases our partner organizations and the work we do together.
“Where Are They Now?” highlights our former interns and how Crag has helped train the next generation of environmental leaders.
“Supporter Spotlight” tells stories of some of Crag’s long time supporters.
Sadhana Shenoy, Inspired by Crag
Sadhana Shenoy has been a volunteer, a board member and a supporter of Crag for a long time. After working as the CFO for big corporations and the treasurer on many other boards, Sadhana is impressed by Crag’s achievements with such a small budget: “Crag’s unique method gives me hope and inspiration in the future of environmental advocacy.”
Where Are They Now? Megan Gleason
We checked in with Megan Gleason, a Development Assistant with Crag in 2015, and discussed her progressive political and advocacy work across Oregon.
My Summer with the Lovable Lawyers
Elliott Davis just finished his DukeEngage Internship with Crag. Find out about his summer experience with our lovable lawyers.
Serin Bussell, the Proud Board Chair of Crag!
When Serin first became a board member, she was really impressed with Crag’s ability to do so much with limited resources and a small team. “They take on big corporations, tackle big problems and win for all of us!”
Oregon Physicians for Social Responsibility – Regna Merritt
Check out our interview with Regna Merritt, the Healthy Climate Program Director at Oregon Physicians for Social Responsibility. “Crag has been there to defend our communities and climate every step of the way.”
Mark Gamba, Mayor of Milwaukie
Last week, Crag’s summer intern Haotian interviewed one of Crag’s long-time supporters, Mark Gamba. Mark is the mayor of Milwaukie and an active advocate for environmentalism. Read more about his work and why he supports Crag.
Where are they Now? Daniel Timmons
“It’s not just about suing. It’s about advocacy, education, and raising awareness.” Daniel Timmons, a law clerk with Crag in 2010, shares his journey using the law to protect the environment from the Pacific Northwest to the Southeast.