From Problems to Possibilities: The Power of Systems Thinking for Environmental Educators
Thursday, March 26, 3:00–4:00 PM ET
How do we help learners move beyond understanding environmental problems to actually addressing them? In this interactive webinar, Compass Education Executive Director Nicole Swedlow and longtime systems thinking and sustainability educator Gitanjali Paul will explore how systems thinking can deepen environmental learning and spark meaningful action.
Participants will learn practical strategies to help learners identify root causes, recognize leverage points, and uncover pathways for positive change. The session will introduce the Sustainability Compass, a powerful tool educators can use to design learning experiences that build agency and empower learners to take informed action.
Whether you work in classrooms, nature centers, or community programs, you’ll leave with ideas and tools to help learners see the bigger picture—and their role in shaping a more sustainable future.
All registrants will receive the recording.
Speakers

Nicole Swedlow
Nicole is the Executive Director of Compass Education, a dynamic storyteller and a passionate advocate for systems thinking in education. With over 20 years of experience as a social impact entrepreneur working at the crossroads of education and the environment, she has worked with schools and communities worldwide to empower educators and students to understand complexity, find their agency, and create meaningful change.
Gitanjali Paul
Gitanjali is a passionate systems thinker and sustainability educator dedicated to nurturing our planet. With over 15 years of diverse educational experience, including 12 years at Compass Education, she has collaborated with schools and organizations worldwide to develop learning experiences that foster positive social and environmental impact. Gitanjali believes that thoughtful learning design can inspire purposeful action, empowering individuals to care for both their community and the environment.
This webinar is brought to you by ee360+.
ee360+: Building a Stronger and More Inclusive Movement Through Collective Impact
An ambitious multi-year initiative, the ee360+ Leadership and Training Collaborative connects, trains, and promotes innovative leaders dedicated to using the power of education to create a more just and sustainable future for everyone, everywhere. Led by NAAEE, ee360+ is made possible through funding and support from U.S. EPA and partner organizations representing universities and nonprofits across the country, and five federal agencies. Through this partnership, ee360+ brings together more than five decades of expertise to grow, strengthen, and diversify the environmental education field. Visit https://naaee.org/programs/ee360 to learn more.