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Dr. Ocón was honored on September 28, 2024 at the annual California Native Nations LandBack Day by the Office of Mayor Karen Bass with the City of Los Angeles for his work in the Climate Vulnerability Assessment Community Partners Program. Dr. Ocón’s service focuses on building educational and professional pathways for Indigenous and Latine students, connecting them to ������ and opportunities to engage directly with the land, supporting environmental regeneration and stewardship. “..It’s a privilege to contribute to efforts that uplift Gabrielino-Shoshone, and other regional Indigenous, knowledge…” [] [Photo of Dr. Ocón receiving a certificate from the City of LA].