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Next WOHESC is March 2-4, 2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us for this year's event, where we explored what it means to intentionally cultivate sustainable communities within higher education and beyond. This year’s participants engaged in thought-provoking discussions, interactive sessions, and meaningful networking opportunities, all centered on fostering environmentally conscious and socially responsible communities. Attendees left with actionable insights and strategies to implement on their campuses and in their work, strengthening the movement for sustainability and social justice in the Cascadia region and beyond.

WOHESC Social Justice, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Statement
The organizers of the Washington Oregon Higher Education Sustainability Conference (WOHESC) recognize the interconnection of environmental and social justice problems and the societal structures that cause them both. We know that sustainability efforts to date have often ignored the voices of certain stakeholders and are built on existing inequalities. The WOHESC program aims to do better by presenting sustainability thoughts, research, and initiatives that focus on just and equitable economies, healthy and clean environments, and inclusive and fair societies. We are mindful of the fact that the most vulnerable and marginalized people will experience the worst effects of a changing climate. We assert that creating a more just and equitable world is fundamental to tackling sustainability issues. We strive to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout conference thematic elements, speakers, and attendees to uplift the perspectives of those working at the intersections of social justice and environmentalism to create a more sustainable world for everyone.