Partnership in Action – BYEN Celebrates 4^th Annual Showcase

After a full week of work, most school teachers and non-profit professionals head straight home on Friday afternoon, ready for a much-needed weekend of rest.  On Friday, October 28^th however, the Moakley Courthouse Atrium was filled with over 200 teachers and environmental program providers, sharing information, resources and ideas for environmental education and employment experiences for Boston’s children and youth.

Event Highlights

·         Informal Networking Reception – click here for list of exhibitors

·         Speakers:

o   Dr. Bob Chen –  COSMIC, University of Massachusetts, Boston

o   DCR Commissioner Ed Lambert – DCR Urban Youth Development Grant

·         BYEN Awards – Read about this year’s award recipients here