Institution's Mission
The Portuguese Association for Environmental Education (ASPEA) is a non-profit Environmental Non-Governmental Organization (NGO), founded in June 1990, whose main objective is the development of Environmental Education in formal and non-formal education.<br<brTo achieve this objective, several strategies/actions are carried out by the members of its board of directors and its partners, namely:<br<br- An annual conference for teachers and other technicians interested in Environmental Education;<br- Seminars and continuous training courses for teachers and environmental monitors;<br- Networks of schools, fostering national and international cooperation;<br- Development of pedagogical resources;<br- Organization of field trips and summer programs for children/young people;<br- Cooperation with municipalities;<br- Dissemination of its activities and environmental education in specialized journals and through the presentation of communication and participation in national and international conferences;<br- Publication of a biannual newsletter.<br<brThe Portuguese Confederation of Environmental Protection Associations awarded ASPEA the Honorable Mention of the National Environment Award "Fernando Pereira" - 2003/2004 for distinguishing itself in its action as an environmental friend.
Collaboration Areas
Environment, Citizenship, Education
Target Groups
Indifferent
Features
