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Remembering Karinjo DeVore

Karinjo DeVore, AIMF's founder and longtime president, was the heart and soul of our organization. A passionate advocate for mountains and the communities that depend on them, she devoted her life to connecting people, building partnerships, and inspiring action across borders.

We remember Karinjo with deep affection and gratitude—for her extraordinary vision, generous spirit, and the friendships and legacy she leaves behind.

 
 
 
 

AIMF was honored to host the Sixth Global Meeting of the UN Mountain Partnership held in 2022 at the Aspen Meadows in Aspen, CO. AIMF extends heartfelt thanks to its co-hosts, partners, sponsors, vendors, volunteers and, of course, to the Mountain Partnership Secretariat and all the members who made the meeting a success!

 
 
 
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AIMF Re-Elected to Mountain Partnership Steering Committee

AIMF has been re-elected to the Steering Committee of the Mountain Partnership, a United Nations voluntary alliance advancing sustainable mountain development worldwide. The election took place at the Seventh Global Meeting in Andorra la Vella, where AIMF joined other Colorado-based mountain leaders in global discussions on responsible tourism, resilient communities and the future of mountain regions.

 
 
 
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aimf has been advocating for mountains for over 25 years


UN MOUNTAIN PARTNERSHIP REPRESENTATION

The Aspen International Mountain Foundation (AIMF) is a governing member of the United Nations Mountain Partnership. Since 2013, AIMF has served on the Steering Committee representing the North American, Central American, and Caribbean region. Learn More


WHY MOUNTAINS?

Global change is having an impact on mountain environments. Mountains cover 27% of our land surface and supply 60-80% of the world's freshwater. As a source of vital natural resources, ecological and cultural diversity, and socio-economic vitality, #MountainsMatter. Learn More


GET INVOLVED TODAY

See the links below to find out how you can get involved or support our initiatives.

 
 
 
 
“ONE INDIVIDUAL CANNOT POSSIBLY MAKE A DIFFERENCE, ALONE. IT IS INDIVIDUAL EFFORTS, COLLECTIVELY, THAT MAKES A NOTICEABLE DIFFERENCE—ALL THE DIFFERENCE IN THE WORLD!”

—Dr Jane Goodall

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