Network. . .

The mission of the Alaska Women's Environmental Network is to cultivate women as environmental leaders within a statewide network dedicated to conserving nature through outreach, education, advocacy, and public service.

Sign-up for our listserv
One of AWEN's best resources is our listserv. The AWEN listserv consists of more than 1,000 Alaskans who stay in touch with conservation events and opportunities. To sign up, please send us an email at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Attend our Annual Meeting
Thursday, January 14, 2010 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the Pioneer School House at 437 E 3rd Avenue.
Join us for a few hours to network, learn about AWEN programs and events, get involved and enjoy pizza and cookies provided by Moose's Tooth and Great Harvest Bread Co. For more information contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call Colleen at (206) 734-9300.

Socials, Community Service and Outrech Events
Each month we try to plan social events or community service projects plus one lunch lecture featuring women leaders in the environment. Check out our EVENTS page for upcoming speakers and projects. You can keep track of AWEN on Facebook and Meetup.com.

Learn. . .
Educational & Professional Development Events
Watch for upcoming events like our monthly Women Leaders in the Environment Lunch Speaker Series, or seasonal panels and training targeted at devloping leadership skills among women dedicated to protecting the environment.

Mentor Program
AWEN's Mentorship Program matches women in environmental leadership roles (mentors) with women in earlier stages of environmental careers or community action (mentees). Click here to learn more. . .

Contribute. . .

Attend Monthly Board Meetings
Join us at our monthy board meeting in person or via teleconference.  We tentatively schedule a board meeting the first Wednesday of each month. Email us for directions: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Join a Committee
We always need help reaching our potential and our mission. You can contribute your time and talents to cultivating women as environmental leaders by joining a committee:

	Socials & Community Service Help connect AWEN members to one another through our monthly socials and help raise awareness about AWEN in the community by partnering with other organizations to increase environmental awareness and understanding.
	Mentor Program Help match aspiring women environmental leaders with Alaska's women environmental leaders.  Our professional mentoring program matches women to foster mentorship of the next generation of environmental leaders.
	Education & Outreach Help us plan educational events and trainings like our successful brown bag series, Women Leaders in the Environment Speaker Series.
	Development Are you a people person? Do you enjoy raising money for good causes? Join our Fundraising Committee to plan our Spring Fundraiser, do grant research and pursue sponsors.