Networking & Special Events: NAAEE 2023
Love those hallway conversations at an in-person conference? We’re working hard to bring that spirit to the virtual setting. Here are some of the networking opportunities that will happen throughout the two-week Annual Conference and Research Symposium.
View preliminary schedule of group meetings and networking events

Speed Networking
Speed networking is a fun way to make new connections through brief, one-on-one, targeted exchanges.
Invitations will be sent to those who indicate their interest during the conference registration process. Register by October 1 to be included.
Add these dates to your calendar:
Wednesday, October 11 and Monday, October 16
4:30–5:15 PM EDT
Affinity Group Meetings
All registrants who identify as members are welcome to attend these Affinity Group meetings to connect with and support each other.
All times are Eastern Daylight Time. The schedule is subject to change; this list will be kept up to date. Meetings will be held live through the conference platform.
Environmental Professionals of Color (EPOC) Annual Meeting
Monday, October 9, 11:00 AM–12:00 PM
Natural Start Graduate Student Network
Tuesday, October 10, 2:00–3:00 PM
Queer Environmental Educators Network (QEEN) Affinity Space
Tuesday, October 10, 5:30–7:00 PM
eePRO Group Meetings
All registrants are welcome to attend eePRO Group meetings. Come meet others who share your interests!
All times are Eastern Daylight Time. The schedule is subject to change; this list will be kept up to date. Meetings will be held live through the conference platform.
Sustainable Cities and Communities
Monday, October 9, 12:30–1:30 PM
K–12 EE
Monday, October 9, 2:00–3:00 PM
Spirituality and EE
Monday, October 9, 2:00–3:00 PM
Connecting to Nature
Tuesday, October 10, 12:30–1:30 PM
Global EE
Wednesday, October 11, 10:00–11:00 AM
Higher Education
Friday, October 13, 11:00 AM–12:00 PM
Early Childhood EE
Friday, October 13, 4:00–5:00 PM