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It’s Environmental Education Day 🎉 Today, we are recognizing a few EarthShare Nonprofit Partners whose mission is to educate and raise awareness for various local and global environmental issues ⬇️ 1. Pocono Environmental Education Center advances environmental education, sustainable living, and appreciation for nature through hands-on experience in a national park. 2. Illinois Environmental Council Education Fund ensures a healthful environment for all Illinoisans through education, communication, and collaboration. 3. New York League of Conservation Voters Education Fund educates, engages and empowers New Yorkers to advocate for the environment — from clean energy and funding for parks to solid waste and green buildings. 4. The mission of the Environmental Education Council of Ohio is to be a leader in the promotion and facilitation of Environmental Education (EE) and to nurture knowledge, attitudes and behaviors. 5. Michigan League of Conservation Voters Education Fund promotes active and responsible citizenship in addressing our state’s environmental challenges. They preserve and protect our air, land, and water through public education and civic engagement. 6. Austin Youth River Watch transforms and inspires youth through environmental education, community engagement, and adventure. As a result of their work, youth are better prepared to create positive outcomes for themselves and the environment, ensuring a better future for all. 7. Citizens for a Better South Florida is dedicated to providing environmental education, particularly to the underserved community, that inspires active stewardship and preservation of the South Florida environment. 8. Greater Newark Conservancy promotes environmental stewardship to improve the quality of life in New Jersey’s urban communities. Founded in 1987, the Conservancy has four program areas--environmental education, community greening and gardening, job training, and advocacy for environmental justice.

As late fall and winter set in, join EPOC to talk about self care, restoration, and winding down for a season of rest.  To register for the EPOC EE Gathering Series, visit https://lnkd.in/g3RHdt2Z. Upcoming Virtual Sessions: November 9, 12PM (PT) - EPOC Coaching Session - Bring your questions! November 16, 12PM (PT) - Learning Session - Self Care Stories About the 2023-2024 EPOC EE Gathering Series: CDE is offering a year-long Environmental Professionals of Color (EPOC) virtual Gathering Series within EE (traditional environmental education, Indigenous science, Traditional Ecological Knowledge, and other nontraditional and culturally relevant forms of environmental education).    EPOC offers the chance to recharge, address emergent issues, and energize people with the knowledge that they are not alone in this work. The transformational and healing elements of this year-long work are grounded in relationship building, focused on relevant and emergent topics identified by the participants, with actions taken toward healing and justice. Center for Diversity & the Environment is a Training Partner in the ee360+ Leadership and Training Collaborative (ee360+). An ambitious multi-year initiative, the ee360+ Leadership and Training Collaborative connects, trains, and promotes innovative leaders dedicated to using the power of education to create a more just and sustainable future for everyone, everywhere. Led by the North American Association for Environmental Education (NAAEE), ee360+ is made possible through funding and support from U.S. EPA and twenty-seven partner organizations representing universities and nonprofits across the country, and five federal agencies. Through this partnership, ee360+ brings together more than five decades of expertise to grow, strengthen, and diversify the environmental education field. Visit www.ee360.org to learn more.

This one has been several years in the making... I have officially earned my North Carolina Environmental Education Certification! Read more about my experience in this blog:

EE360+ Environmental Professionals of Color in Environmental Education Virtual Gatherings include a nine part webinar series where we delve into topics loosely themed around ways we are building a better reality. To focus our attention in this way, we are drawing inspiration from Claire Elise Thompson’s 2021 Grist article “From Afrofuturism to ecotopia: a climate-fiction glossary” to connect together through themes of “Futurisms”, “Punks” and “’Topias”. The theme of Futurisms will help us “envision our own futures”. The theme of Punks will point us to the “rebellious and transgressive”. And the theme of ‘Topias will focus our attention on place and “worldbuilding”.  These themes are meant to be playful guides as we connect and network, share and process, vision and grow throughout the year. Each session includes resources to explore following the conversation and we encourage folks to bring resources to share.  Sessions are scheduled for the 4th Thursday of each month (3rd Thursdays in November and December) from 12:00-1:30pm Pacific (3:00-4:30 Eastern).  For more information and to register, visit https://lnkd.in/gKvTVEQ4 (also see link in the flyer) Center for Diversity & the Environment is a Training Partner in the ee360+ Leadership and Training Collaborative (ee360+). An ambitious multi-year initiative, the ee360+ Leadership and Training Collaborative connects, trains, and promotes innovative leaders dedicated to using the power of education to create a more just and sustainable future for everyone, everywhere. Led by the North American Association for Environmental Education (NAAEE), ee360+ is made possible through funding and support from U.S. EPA and twenty-seven partner organizations representing universities and nonprofits across the country, and five federal agencies. Through this partnership, ee360+ brings together more than five decades of expertise to grow, strengthen, and diversify the environmental education field. Visit www.ee360.org to learn more.

"Sustainability is not just about preserving our planet and home for today, but about educating the next generation to safeguard it for tomorrow." No other person represents this ethos stronger than my wife, Sally, who last week was awarded "NSW Emerging Leader in Environmental Education". So proud of her tireless effort to help our next generation grow up being sustainably aware, and supporting our local schools in helping them on their journey to make this a better place for all to live and thrive. Sustainable living isn't just a concept; it's a mindset that embraces responsible consumption, conservation of resources, and the well-being of our planet. By imparting knowledge about environmental stewardship, recycling, energy efficiency, and the importance of reducing our carbon footprint, we equip our children with the tools to become guardians of our planet Congratulations to Sal and Ku-ring-gai Council's sustainability team for their enormous contribution. #sustainability #green #esg #environment #environmental #recycling

It’s the perfect time of year to curl up under a blanket with a warm drink and a good book. That cozy feeling gets even better when that book brings you a little hope, joy, and opportunity to reduce your carbon footprint and be a better steward of the environment. Enter: RegenAll’s first recommended reading list! We have a few places to start if you want to add some environmental education to your February to-be-read pile. 📘 ☕ 📗 🛋️ 📙 Read the article:

In case anyone had any doubts... About finding joy in environmental work! This was the theme of the 5th annual Global Environmental Justice Conference hosted by the Yale Center for Environmental Justice (YCEJ). Joy and optimism can empower, motivate and inform communities and individuals working on reaching sustainable solutions to environmental injustices. "The work of environmental justice communities around the world would not be possible without the element of joy – how joy holds communities together in the face of injustice and adversity, how the search for well-being and joy powers community innovation, how resilience, survival, and even thriving all serve as deep resources that power big change." Highlights of the conference 👇🏼 https://lnkd.in/g7CxpjyN

Environmentalists, listen up. A review of the National Curriculum for England is underway. It has HUGE implications. The decisions made over the next 12 months will determine the QUALITY and QUANTITY of environmental education that an entire generation of young people receive. This isn't trivial, we're talking about TEN MILLION people here, probably more. If the Department for Education decide to leave environmental education where it currently is (in the margins), it will scupper any last chance this country has of becoming a climate resilient, sustainable society. My organisation Global Action Plan, is campaigning to ensure environmental education ISN'T left in the margins. But, we are going to need your help, and your ideas. We need as many advocates for environmental education as we can get. Please get involved, help us shape and run our campaigns on National Curriculum reform. Give Global Action Plan a follow today, and join the conversation.

Don't miss out on an engaging webinar exploring the intersection of environmental justice and international human rights law, presented by the Center for Progressive Reforms on Wednesday, January 24 at 1 pm ET! This enlightening session draws inspiration from a thought-provoking article by John H. Knox and Nicole Tronolone, further elaborated in the "Environmental Justice as Environmental Human Rights" blog symposium. What to Expect: - Insights on building a bridge between environmental justice and human rights law. - A panel of renowned experts and advocates delving deep into the subject. - Rich discussions led by Member Scholar John H. Knox, alongside Nicole Tronolone. Meet the Panelists: - Carlos Claussell, Climate and Environmental Justice Manager at the World Wildlife Fund. - Monique Harden, Director of Law and Policy and Community Engagement Program Manager at the Deep South Center for Environmental Justice. - John H. Knox, Henry C. Lauerman Professor of International Law at Wake Forest University School of Law. - Lemir Teron, Associate Professor at Howard University’s Department of Earth, Environment, & Equity, and founder of Unlearn Power. - Moderated by Sid Shapiro, Vice President of the Center for Progressive Reform. Who Should Attend: - Advocates of environmental justice. - Students and professionals in law, environmental studies, and human rights. - Anyone eager to learn about the crucial link between our environment and human rights. I encourage everyone to take time to attend this webinar in order to gain a comprehensive understanding of environmental human rights, connect with leading voices in the field, and become part of a larger conversation shaping our planet's future! Registration link and link to the February 2023 "Environmental Justice as Environmental Human Rights" article, can be found in the comments section. #EnvironmentalJustice #HumanRights

Learn about top environmental programs that are making a difference for educators and students. Check out the latest study commissioned by the Bosch Community Fund to gain insights into environmental education! https://bit.ly/45MrfVo #BoschCommunityFund #BoschBuilds #environmentaleducation