Elizabeth Allen, MA (She/Her), is the Director of Learning and Impact at Justice Outside, an organization dedicated to advancing racial justice and equity in the outdoor and environmental movement. With over 25 years in children’s behavioral health and 15 years in non-profit youth development, Elizabeth has been a formidable advocate for inclusivity and diversity in outdoor spaces.

Elizabeth's journey in predominantly white outdoor spaces has fueled her commitment to enhancing visibility and creating opportunities for Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC), and other underrepresented groups in nature. She has been a keynote speaker at the 2022 National Interscholastic Cycling Association Annual Conference, highlighting the crucial role of inclusion & belonging in outdoor recreation. Additionally, Elizabeth serves as an outdoor recreation educator with Afros in Nature, where she designs experiences that are welcoming and accessible to people of color, those in larger bodies, the elderly, and other under represented communities. Elizabeth is a certified ropes course instructor for almost two decades and utilized a model that blends experiential activities with mental health and wellness initiatives. 

Her leadership extends to her service on the Board of Directors for the Pennsylvania Interscholastic Cycling Association, where she also consults on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging.

Elizabeth is also an active social media content creator, focusing on fostering inclusion and belonging in the outdoors. Her content reaches a wide audience, advocating for a more equitable outdoor experience for all.

A passionate outdoor enthusiast, Elizabeth enjoys cycling, hiking, paddleboarding, and photography. When not engaging with nature or advocating for equitable outdoor access, she can be found absorbing podcasts, reading, editing nature-based videos, and maintaining her reputation as the "Cool Auntie."