Western Extension directors recognize OSU Outdoor School for equity work
CORVALLIS, Ore. – The Oregon State University Extension Outdoor School Program has received the 2024 Western Extension Directors Association Award of Excellence for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for work in making outdoor schools more equitable and accessible.
The Extension Outdoor School program has been deeply committed to equity, diversity, accessibility and inclusion since the program launched in 2017, and these values are fundamental to the program and its work, said Spirit Brooks, Outdoor School director.
“These types of awards are important to highlight the work we have done in the past but also inspire us to pursue this work in the future. We are a strong team with a strong mission and a commitment to inclusion.”