The OEC Emerging Leaders program connects young people (18-40 years old) in Central Ohio from diverse backgrounds to environmental issues close to home and across the globe. By engaging and educating members from all experience levels, we empower each other to take action and become the next generation of environmental champions through education, advocacy, and networking.
EMERGING LEADERS UPDATES + EVENTS
Join fellow environmentalists for educational panels, discussions, outdoor activities, happy hours, service projects, advocacy, and more. Have fun meeting and feel inspired as you meet peers with a passion for progress on the environment and climate change!
MISSION
OEC Emerging Leaders is mobilizing the next generation of environmental champions.
GOALS AND VALUES
[ Action ] Expand the network and skillset of environmental champions to work toward solutions on pressing environmental issues.
[ Equity & Accessibility ] Acknowledge historical and systemic factors that contribute to environmental challenges by making inclusion a priority.
[ Influence ] Provide resources to help young leaders discover their individual power and voice to make the greatest impact in the environmental movement.
[ Community ] Create a platform for members to connect, collaborate, and build power together.