--- title: WEDA | Western Extension Directors Association description: WEDA | Western Extension Directors Association --- ![site-logo](https://workspace.oregonstate.edu/hs-fs/hubfs/Oregon_State_University_Theme2019/Images/site-logo.png?width=190&name=site-logo.png "site-logo") Western Extension Directors Association | WEDA [![Request Info](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/451937/c4d9dca6-716e-44d8-a6bf-89fc07a7b386.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/451937/c4d9dca6-716e-44d8-a6bf-89fc07a7b386) ![](https://workspace.oregonstate.edu/hubfs/Oregon_State_University_Theme2019/Images/Search.png) ![](https://workspace.oregonstate.edu/hubfs/Oregon_State_University_Theme2019/Images/search-close.png) # Advancing Extension into the 21st Century [Get Involved](https://workspace.oregonstate.edu/weda-get-involved) # Fostering the next generation of Extension [Get Involved](https://workspace.oregonstate.edu/weda-get-involved) # Mentoring and developing Extension leadership [Get Involved](https://workspace.oregonstate.edu/weda-get-involved) # Developing collaborative structures for efficiency [Get Involved](https://workspace.oregonstate.edu/weda-get-involved) ![OSU_icon_avatargroup_invert](https://workspace.oregonstate.edu/hs-fs/hubfs/OSU_icon_avatargroup_invert.png?width=75&height=75&name=OSU_icon_avatargroup_invert.png) ##### 3,856 Members WEDA is comprised of Extension Directors and Representatives ![OSU_icon_globe_invert](https://workspace.oregonstate.edu/hs-fs/hubfs/OSU_icon_globe_invert.png?width=75&height=75&name=OSU_icon_globe_invert.png) ##### 17 states and territories WEDA is represented throughout the continental US and beyond ![OSU_icon_information_invert](https://workspace.oregonstate.edu/hs-fs/hubfs/OSU_icon_information_invert.png?width=75&height=75&name=OSU_icon_information_invert.png) ##### 96 Years The Western Extension Directors was created in 1924, making it 96 years old. ![XMLID 352](https://workspace.oregonstate.edu/hubfs/Oregon_State_University_Theme2019/Images/XMLID%20352.png "XMLID 352") ### WEDA Overview The Western Extension Directors Association (WEDA) is open to the 1862 Extension Directors and 1994 Representatives of the Land-Grant Cooperative Extension organizations in 17 states and territories. WEDA works on mutually beneficial programs and organizational issues in partnership with USDA-NIFA (National Institute for Food and Agriculture), and the APLU (Association of Public and Land-Grant Universities), as well as other regional and national organizations. [View WEDA's Onboarding and Assessment](https://workspace.oregonstate.edu/weda-development-and-assessment) ### WEDA Mission The WEDA mission is to advance the Land Grant College/University Extension programs in member states and territories in the Western Region to assist in meeting the challenges and opportunities of the 21st century by: - Facilitating stakeholder input on critical issues; - Creating a voice on national issues for the West, including insular areas; - Mentoring and developing Extension leadership and professionals; and [View WEDA's Strategic Plans](https://workspace.oregonstate.edu/weda-strategic) ## 17 Western States and Territories Click on the map to view WEDA's directory of extension directors, state representatives and national liaisons. [![WEDA map copy](https://workspace.oregonstate.edu/hs-fs/hubfs/WEDA%20map%20copy.png?width=884&name=WEDA%20map%20copy.png)](https://workspace.oregonstate.edu/weda-directory) ![OSU_icon_book_01 (3)](https://workspace.oregonstate.edu/hs-fs/hubfs/Icons_Miscellaneous/OSU_icon_book_01%20(3).png?width=75&height=75&name=OSU_icon_book_01%20(3).png) ### Reports and Publications Compiling best practices, WEDA members have created reports on relevant topics ranging from nutrition and water to diversity and youth development. [Learn More](https://workspace.oregonstate.edu/weda-reports-and-publications) ![OSU_icon_avatargroup_01 (1)](https://workspace.oregonstate.edu/hs-fs/hubfs/Icons_Miscellaneous/OSU_icon_avatargroup_01%20(1).png?width=75&height=75&name=OSU_icon_avatargroup_01%20(1).png) ### WEDA Committees WEDA is governed by Rules of Operation and a committee structure that includes six standing committees — Executive Committee, Western Region Program Leadership Committee (WRPLC), Western Regional Administrators (WRAM), Western Extension Leadership Development Committee (WELD), Resolutions Committee, and Nominations Committee. [Learn More](https://workspace.oregonstate.edu/weda-weda-committees) ![OSU_icon_ribbon_01 (1)](https://workspace.oregonstate.edu/hs-fs/hubfs/Icons_Miscellaneous/OSU_icon_ribbon_01%20(1).png?width=75&height=75&name=OSU_icon_ribbon_01%20(1).png) ### Awards of Excellence WEDA's Awards of Excellence recognize Extension outreach education programming that has achieved outstanding accomplishments, results, and impacts in addressing contemporary issues in one or more of the 13 Western states and Pacific Island US Territories. [Learn More](https://workspace.oregonstate.edu/weda-awards-of-excellence) ![WEDA Mountains](https://workspace.oregonstate.edu/hubfs/weda-full4.png "WEDA Mountains") ## WEDA Rules of Operation WEDA contracts for services of an Executive Director to assist with WEDA business and to help carry out multi-state, regional and WEDA program initiatives. Read the list of 11 Articles that comprise the Rules of Operation. [![Learn More](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/451937/24c29ea0-aaf1-4e62-937f-882398c4c928.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/451937/24c29ea0-aaf1-4e62-937f-882398c4c928) ## 2014 CENTENNIAL ON THE SUMMIT: LOOKING FORWARD In 2014, the Centennial on the Summit was held with the theme of Looking Foward. With nine sessions, the topics ranged from new technologies to information management. [![Learn More](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/451937/7f4c01a2-4d7f-4a86-83db-783c08df2922.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/451937/7f4c01a2-4d7f-4a86-83db-783c08df2922) ## Stay Up To Date on the Latest From WEDA Explore news, upcoming events, relevant associations and quickly communicate with members. [News ](https://workspace.oregonstate.edu/weda-news) [Calendar ](https://workspace.oregonstate.edu/weda-calendar) [National Links ](https://workspace.oregonstate.edu/weda-national-links) [Email Distribution ](https://workspace.oregonstate.edu/weda-email-distribution) ![form-bg](https://workspace.oregonstate.edu/hubfs/Oregon_State_University_Theme2019/Images/form-bg.png "form-bg") ## Be the First to Know Sign up to receive timely news, updates and more. WEDA ![footer-logo](https://workspace.oregonstate.edu/hubfs/footer-logo.png "footer-logo") #### Who We Are The WEDA mission is to advance the Land Grant College/University Extension programs in member states and territories in the Western Region to assist in meeting the challenges and opportunities of the 21st century #### Upcoming Events See what's happening throughout the year with the [WEDA calendar.](https://workspace.oregonstate.edu/?hs_preview=GQkhyqxW-25841280427) #### Contact us We’d love to hear from you! Let us know if you have any questions or comments about WEDA! (541) 737-9920 [**Email Us](mailto:lyla.houglum@oregonstate.edu) © Oregon State University | All Rights Reserved