COEEA is a network of classroom educators, naturalists, environmental educators, youth leaders, administrators, professors, and students who work toward a future where: - An appreciation for and understanding of the environment is an integral part of all community education – including formal, non-formal, and informal education; - Educators, environmental professionals, and the organizations and agencies they represent are well informed and are willing to work together to maximize resources; and - People of all ages are environmentally literate and act as environmental stewards.