Rue Mapp is the Founder and CEO of Outdoor Afro, overseeing a carefully selected and trained staff and national volunteer team.
From its grassroots beginning, Outdoor Afro now enjoys national sponsorship and is recognized by major organizations for its role in addressing the ongoing need for greater diversity in the outdoors..
With over 100 trained volunteer leaders in 30 states from around the country, OA connects thousands of people to outdoor experiences, and is actively changing the face of conservation. and leadership networks around the country.
They have offices in Oakland, CA, and Washington, D.
C.
Outdoor Afro is a national not-for-profit organization that has become the nation\'s leading, cutting-edge network in celebrating and inspiring Black connections and leadership in nature.
Since Outdoor Afro\'s inception in 2009 as a blog, Rue has captured the attention and support of millions through a multimedia approach that is grounded in personal connections and community organizing.
Rue Mapp is the Founder and CEO of Outdoor Afro, overseeing a carefully selected and trained staff and national volunteer team