Southeast Alaska Land Trust (SEAL Trust) is pleased to announce that we are applying for accreditation through the Land Trust Accreditation Program of the Land Trust Alliance. The Land Trust Accreditation Program recognizes land trusts that meet national quality standards for protecting important natural, agricultural, recreational or cultural lands and resources forever. Becoming an accredited land trust will be an important accomplishment for SEAL Trust. This process involves a thorough assessment of the organization’s policies and practices and will result in more efficient and effective operations. Accreditation recognizes that SEAL Trust is governed by strong ethical practices and is committed to sound stewardship and transaction principles and will help strengthen the national land trust network. SEAL Trust will submit its final application by April 18, 2013.