Greater Portland Sustainability Education Network (GPSEN.org)
Civic and Social OrganizationsOregon, United States2-10 Employees
The Greater Portland Sustainability Education Network (GPSEN) is a collaborative network that brings together educators, students, non-profits, political and industry leaders, organizations, and community members to advance sustainability education in the Portland Metro area, including Clackamas, Multnomah, and Washington Counties in Oregon and Clark County in Washington. As a Regional Center of Expertise on education for sustainable development recognized by the United Nations University in 2013, GPSEN positions itself within a global network of similar centers to promote environmentally and socially informed learning practices. Based in Portland, Oregon, GPSEN operates as a small-scale organization focused on coordinating multi-sector efforts to foster sustainability education across public, private, and community stakeholders. Recent leadership changes noted in 2020 reflect ongoing governance and transition within the organization, while activities such as symposium planning events indicate continued engagement in regional education initiatives.