Relevancy
The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission is a state agency dedicated to conserving Nebraska’s natural resources, state parks and wildlife, as well as providing opportunities for outdoor recreation. Game and Parks offers a variety of programs and initiatives including hunting and fishing, natural resource research, outdoor recreation opportunities, habitat management, parks and recreation areas across the state, education and outreach.
Game and Parks continues to work to provide opportunities, resources and access to the outdoors — because the outdoors is for everyone. Our goal is to ensure Game and Parks is welcoming and inclusive for our customers, our constituency and our staff.
Our relevancy statement
Just as diversity is critical to the resiliency and strength of our native ecosystems, the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission knows diversity is critical to our mission and success. We are committed to fostering a diverse workforce and creating an environment that is welcoming and inclusive for our staff and constituents. Our actions and our programs will reflect this culture of belonging and equity for Nebraska’s communities and visitors.
Our constituency
Outdoor recreation and healthy ecosystems are critical for all Nebraskans; therefore the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission affirms our constituency to be Nebraska’s diverse communities and state visitors, including those that celebrate outdoor pursuits, those that appreciate the intrinsic value of the outdoors, and those who have yet to discover the wonders of nature.
Our commitment
Accessing and enjoying outdoor recreation is something every Nebraskan should have the opportunity to do, and we are committed to improving our relevancy by working to provide access for all.
Access efforts
Game and Parks continues to improve accessibility in our state parks so all people have the same opportunities to enjoy the outdoors. Ongoing efforts are being made to inventory accessible features and amenities across your state parks system, with the goal of bringing all elements into compliance with the highest federal standards. In addition to developing new park areas with universal access in mind, we are installing ADA-compliant fishing piers, sidewalks, playgrounds and restrooms where possible.
Notice of nondiscrimination
The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment. Any person who believes he or she has been discriminated against in any program, activity, facility, or service, should contact the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission, Lincoln, NE 402-471-0641, the Nebraska Equal Opportunity Commission, Lincoln, NE 402-471-2024, TTY/TDD 800-642-6112; Director, Office of Diversity, Inclusion and Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Interior, 1849 C Street, NW, Washington, D.C. 20240.
Language Access Plan
The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission has developed this Language Access Plan (LAP) to help identify reasonable, timely steps to provide language assistance to persons with limited English proficiency (LEP) who wish to access outdoor recreation activities and programming in Nebraska. This plan outlines how to identify a person who may need language assistance, the ways in which assistance may be provided by our agency, staff training that may be required and how to notify LEP persons that assistance is available.
About Nebraska Game & Parks
We’re a family of passionate, innovative professionals who work together to connect people to the natural world and support conservation in Nebraska.