Julie Judkins

Julie Judkins is an experienced consultant and co-founder of Just-Trails, focused on regenerating nature and communities through trail initiatives since June 2022. Julie serves as a board member for the Partnership for the National Trails System and as the Lead Technical Assistance Provider for Endyna Inc, working on the U.S. EPA OEJECR's Community Change Grant Program. With a long-standing connection to the Appalachian Trail Conservancy, Julie has held multiple roles, including Community, Education, Partnership & Program Consultant and Director of Education and Outreach, fostering inclusivity and collaboration within the conservation community. Julie also contributes to the IUCN as a member of the Commission on Education and Communication and has previously served on the board of the Bountiful Cities Project, emphasizing environmental health and social justice. Educational qualifications include a Master of Environmental Management from Duke University and a BA in Communications from North Carolina State University.