RADFORD, Va., April 7 -- Radford University issued the following news release:

Radford University is hosting a conference in April that will offer participants an opportunity to hear from and engage in conversations with experts about local conservation initiatives.

"Conservation: Community and Competing Interests" is scheduled for 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. April 13 at the university's Selu Conservatory Barn. The conference is free and open to the public.

Stephanie Smith, a global water and climate strategist, will serve as the conference's keynote speaker. Smith is the founder and leader of Zephyr Mangata, a consultancy firm that works to advance positive change in water and climate. In addition, Smith is co-director of AquaVox, encouraging you...