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OEC Announces New Executive Director, Diana Nuñez

Nuñez brings two decades of leadership expertise and strong commitment to equity and engagement  PORTLAND, OR—Oregon Environmental Council is pleased to announce that Diana Nuñez has been selected to serve as the organization’s new executive director. Nuñez, who has served as OEC’s Interim Executive Director since April, was selected as the result of a rigorous, seven-month national search. Nuñez distinguished herself from all other candidates through her passion for the environment; leadership expertise; dedication to building a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion; and vision for future growth. “I am so honored to have ...

When Doves Cry: OEC Remembers Prince

Michael Jackson. David Bowie. Prince. Some of the world's greatest pop icons have passed recently - and each time, it can hurt. We don't necessarily grieve because we know them personally, but we grieve because these artists have helped many of us get to know ourselves. And for many of us at OEC, their music served as the soundtrack for our time as we became environmentalists, advocates, and Oregonians. The most recent passing of Prince particularly hit home. He actively campaigned and supported urban farming, health, and disadvantaged youth - many of the same issues that we care deeply about. Here are some of the thoughts from staff on ...