Laura Kiesel has been working for the betterment of the environment and animal welfare for over 30 years, starting in high school. Right out of college she began an internship on Capitol Hill doing environmental advocacy work for the National Wildlife Foundation. Locally, she has been sharing information professionally as a journalist and speaking out personally as a resident of Arlington. Laura has brought many issues before the town, making her familiar with the town warrant and town meeting processes. Her activism includes passing a plastic bag ban, disability access ordinances, and banning pet shops and the retail sale of fur within town limits. Specifically, her behind the scenes advocacy in banning the use of Second Generation Anticoagulant Rodenticides (SGARs) on town property paved the way for many cities and towns to do the same. Read below about her experiences and recommendations for those wanting to make change in their community.
Read about Laura's Experience
