The Center for Diversity & the Environment centers the power of racial and ethnic diversity to transform the US environmental movement by developing leaders, catalyzing change within institutions and building alliances. We envision a healthy, flourishing planet and society that sustainably and equitably meets the needs of all through an environmental movement that is diverse, inclusive, successful, vibrant and relevant, taking into account the needs, perspectives and voices of all.

For more than 28 years, the Center for Ecoliteracy has built partnerships and the capacity of K–12 schools to support healthy, sustainable school communities. Through our work in rural, suburban, and urban K–12 schools, we advance the teaching and modeling of sustainable practices. Our established California Food for California Kids® Network has more than 100 participating public school districts—about one-third of the schools in California—who share a commitment to provide all students with fresh, locally-grown school meals and create lasting connections between the cafeteria, classroom, and garden. We provide free educational resources to support K-12 education on sustainable food systems and environmental literacy.

To support and train those implementing sustainability within school systems to be the most effective change agents they can be, through professional development, peer networks, research, and advocacy.