The 8th World Environmental Education Day, is approaching! It will be celebrated on 14 October, The World Environmental Education Day was established on October 14th in order to celebrate the first intergovernmental conference on environmental education held in Tbilisi (Georgia) from October 14th to 26th 1977. On October 14th, 1977, the United Nations Intergovernmental Conference […]
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WEEC 2028 – Call for bids
We are thrilled to announce the opening of the call for hosting the 14th World Environmental Education Congress, set to take place in 2028. This esteemed event will bring together leaders, experts, and professionals from the field of environmental education, offering a unique chance to advance and share environmental practices and knowledge on a global […]
Season of Creation 2024: “To hope and act with Creation”
The Season of Creation 2024 focuses on the theme, “To hope and act with Creation,” calling people worldwide to unite hope and action for the Earth’s well-being. This year’s symbol, “the firstfruits of hope,” is inspired by the biblical image of creation groaning in childbirth, awaiting renewal. The guiding scripture comes from the Book of […]
WEEC Network has taken part in the 𝑬𝑺𝑫 𝑭𝒐𝒓𝒖𝒎 Go Green, a comprehensive event that included the Med-9 and UNECE that was held in Limassol, Republic of Cyprus.
WEEC Network made a contribution to the Med-9 High-Level Forum on Education for Sustainable Development and Green Transition in the Mediterranean Region during the session ‘The Twin Transition: Digital and Green Sustainable Learning ‘. WEEC Network’s representative, Dr. Mariaclaudia Cusumano, presented the contribution ‘Cultures of Sustainability behind Spotlight.’ This presentation sheds light on the role […]
Inaugural Speaking 4 the Planet competition ignites environmental passion in Africa
Africa witnessed a groundbreaking event as the inaugural Speaking 4 the Planet competition took center stage, hosted by St Mark’s College, Namagoma. This momentous occasion marked a pivotal step in igniting environmental consciousness across the continent. The competition, held under the theme “Use your philosophy as a club to address environmental challenges,” brought together eleven […]
WEEC Network Joins Campaign to Protect Right to a Clean, Healthy, and Sustainable Environment
We are pleased to announce that WEEC Network has officially joined the collective effort to advocate for the protection of the right to a clean, healthy, and sustainable environment across Europe. In response to ongoing environmental challenges and the escalating triple planetary crisis, civil society organizations and social movements from various sectors are uniting to […]
MECCE Project announces third call for proposals for quality climate change communication and education case studies
The Monitoring and Evaluating Climate Communication and Education (MECCE) Project, a collaborative effort among over 100 prominent scholars and agencies, has unveiled its third funded case studies call for proposals. With an esteemed Advisory Committee including the likes of the IPCC, UNESCO, UNFCCC, and UNESCO Global Education Monitoring Report, MECCE aims to deepen the understanding […]
Empowering Uganda’s youth: Muyunga Bruno’s quest to Speaking 4 the Planet
In the heart of Uganda, Muyunga Bruno, an IT Officer, Environmental Activist, and student mentor at St. Mark’s College Namagoma, is passionately leading a movement to safeguard the natural world for future generations. Bruno’s love for preserving the environment traces back to his childhood, surrounded by Uganda’s stunning landscapes. However, he’s witnessed a troubling trend […]
Perth selected as host for 13th World environmental education congress (WEEC) in 2026
The World Environmental Education Congress (WEEC) Permanent Secretariat and the Australian Association of Environmental Education (AAEE) announced Perth as host for the 13th World Environmental Education Congress (WEEC) in 2026. Following the resounding success of the 12th World Environmental Education Congress (WEEC) held in Abu Dhabi in January and February 2024, the WEEC Permanent Secretariat […]
Twenty years and great aspirations at the 12th World WEEC Congress
Record-breaking numbers and prime factors were highlighted at the 12th edition of the World Environmental Education Congress (WEEC), which took place in Abu Dhabi from January 29 to February 2. Approximately 3000 delegates from 83 countries worldwide participated, alongside over 330 speakers who led more than 300 parallel sessions. Organized by the Permanent Secretariat of […]