Catalyst Awardees and Finalists
Each year, the Rachel’s Network Catalyst Award celebrates women of color who are building a healthier, safer, and more just world. Our award provides recipients with financial support, leadership services, networking, and public recognition. Since 2019, Rachel’s Network has moved $2.1 million to women environmental leaders of color and their organizations. Below are the awardees and finalists since the program’s inception in 2019.













Tara Houska (Couchiching First Nation) | 2019
Minnesota






















Dr. Nikki Traylor-Knowles | 2021
Florida





Catalyst Award Finalists




























Adriann Killsnight (He'heenóhká'e) | 2024
Hot Springs, MT















Dr. Katia Avilés Vázquez | 2021
Puerto Rico
Instituto para la Agroecología















