The Crown of the Continent
Ecosystem Education Consortium
C.O.C.E.E.C.

Mission Statement

Recognizing that regional ecosystems, such as the Crown of the Continent, are comprised of an intricate interweaving of environmental, social, and economic components, it is felt that raising local, regional, and global awareness of the components and function of such ecosystems is critical to achieving support for maintaining the integrity of the the regional ecosystem.

The Crown of the Continent Ecosystem Education Consortium (COCEEC) strives to:

• Encourage and support coordination and cooperation among individuals, organizations, and agencies whose purpose is to educate and inform people of all ages and backgrounds about the human and natural resources of the Crown of the Continent Ecosystem.
• Promote and enhance a sense of community among citizens of the region, a comprehensive view of the landscape, and an ethic centered on personal and community stewardship of the environment.
• Provide balanced educational leadership on emerging concepts of ecosystem management and biodiversity conservation for biological and economic sustainability.
• Encourage the development and dissemination of information and educational materials on the Crown of the Continent Ecosystem for presentation to diverse audiences in a variety of formal and informal settings and experiences.