We advance environmental literacy in Virginia, for all Virginians, through the power of environmental education by promoting excellence, fostering collaboration, and inspiring community engagement. We are a professional membership network that empowers and uplifts educators with the tools they need to support equitable outdoor access, environmental literacy, and environmental justice. We do this through our annual conference, outreach and engagement, our accredited certification program, networking, multi sector collaboration, and by supporting school programs. Environmental education fosters positive mental and physical health, improved health and food systems, a vibrant economy, and increased academic engagement.