Environmental Education Congress

The Environmental Education Congress will engage diverse perspectives in an interactive conversation about advancing the field of environmental education in our region. Join over 150 fellow practitioners, funders, and environmental education supporters to explore innovative strategies for working together to increase impact and reach. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn from one another, expand their professional network, and work together to address critical challenges and opportunities.

9:30 am Registration

10:00 Welcome
Jason Morris, NatureBridge &
Randi Fisher, Pisces Foundation

10:20 Our Growing Network
José González, Latino Outdoors &
Elizabeth Babcock, California Academy of Sciences

11:00 Small Group Conversations

Putting the Green 2.0 Report into Action: Tips & Tools for Breaking the Green Ceiling
Facilitated by Kim Moore Bailey, Foundation for Youth Investment
Education Partnerships: Overcoming Challenges & Seizing Opportunities
Facilitated by Nate Ivy, CREEC Region 4 Coordinator

12:30 pm Lunch

1:15 Collaborative Trends in EE Funding
Lisa Downey, Environmental Education Funders Collaborative &
Angie Chen, Blue Sky Funders Forum

1:45 Wrap Up

2:00 Adjourn to Networking Reception
Join us for pie from Pie Ranch