The 13th WEEC: a meeting of cultures, knowledge, and sustainability
Perth is preparing to host the 13th World Environmental Education Congress (WEEC) at the heart of the Kambarang season, a time of blooming and renewal in this region of extraordinary biodiversity, the Biological Hotspot of Wadjuk Noongar Country.
We acknowledge the Wadjuk Noongar as the original custodians of this land and invite everyone to join us in an event that celebrates environmental education, sustainability, and the power of the global community in addressing environmental challenges.
A Congress for regeneration and hope
WEEC is the premier international congress dedicated to environmental education and sustainability. This event provides a global platform for dialogue, idea-sharing, and collective growth towards a more sustainable future.
At a time when environmental and social challenges can feel overwhelming, WEEC offers a space to reconnect with one’s community, strengthen individual and collective voices, and find new sources of inspiration. During the Congress, discussions will focus on how we can unite forces to accelerate environmental and cultural renewal, promoting an inclusive and collaborative approach.
Perth: a crossroads of culture and Ssustainability
Australia has a long tradition of commitment to sustainability and environmental education. Perth, with its rich cultural and natural heritage, will offer delegates from around the world a unique experience, showcasing local initiatives ranging from early childhood environmental education to the significance of place-based learning.
The 13th WEEC will foster stronger connections between nations in the Oceania region and beyond, enabling participants to share experiences, solutions, and perspectives on the climate crisis, with the goal of strengthening global collaboration and inspiring concrete actions for sustainability.
A symbol of connection and growth: the WEEC logo
The logo for the 13th WEEC was created by artists from the Beananging Kwuurt Indigenous Community Group, with Lesley Murray as the Artist in Residence. This symbol embodies the deep connection between the Congress and the traditions of Australian Aboriginal peoples.
At the center of the design is the Wagyl, the Noongar manifestation of the Rainbow Serpent, a sacred figure in the mythology of southwestern Australian Aboriginal culture. The Wagyl is believed to have created the Swan and Canning rivers, as well as other landscapes in the region. In the logo, the Wagyl spirals around the heart of WEEC, symbolizing growth, expansion, and renewal, principles also represented by the Nautilus, the symbol of the AAEE (Australian Association for Environmental Education).
The frond included in the design symbolizes the footprints left by emus while searching for food, but it can also represent the many rivers and wetlands that weave through the region. Some interpret it as a reference to mycelium, the fungal network that sustains global biodiversity, drawing a parallel with the interconnections between people, cultures, and the environment.
A call to the global community
WEEC 2026 aims to leave a lasting impact on all participants, providing tools and skills to apply sustainability practices both professionally and in everyday life.
If you are an educator, researcher, activist, or entrepreneur engaged in sustainability, WEEC represents an unmissable opportunity to connect with other professionals, celebrate the successes of environmental education, and collaborate to build a greener and more resilient future.
We look forward to welcoming you to Perth for an unforgettable experience!
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