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Launceston Thursday Volunteer Meeting
Please feel welcome to come along and see what the The Wilderness Society is doing in Launceston. We offer many different ways you can help us to protect the beautiful wilderness areas of Tasmania.
Community Organising Training Aldinga
We are excited to offer our Community Organising Training course - Movement for Life - to Wilderness Society volunteers and supporters.
Please note the course will run over two consecutive days - from 9-5 each day.
When was the last time you did something bold and different in the pursuit of growth and learning? Do you care about nature protection and do you have a yearning to be more effective in this space? Yes? Then this is for you!
Our community organising program is all about immersing yourself in an incredible learning and development experience so that collectively we can better protect, promote and restore Wilderness across Australia.
This two day introductory course will give you experience and skills in:
- The theory and frameworks of community organising
- Relational organising skills
- Leadership and working in teams
- Communications for change (telling your personal narrative)
- Campaign planning
This course is free. Please ensure you let us know if you have mobility issues or anything else we need to take into consideration.
This course is being provided with the support of Cooee Arthouse
RSVP today :)
Perth - Community Organising Training July 2018
We are excited to offer our new Community Organising Training course - Movement for Life - to Wilderness Society volunteers and supporters.
Saturday July 21st - 9am to 4pm & Sunday July 22nd - 9am to 3.30pm
Our community organising program is all about immersing yourself in an incredible learning and development experience so that collectively we can better protect, promote and restore Wilderness across Australia.
This two day course will give you experience and skills in:
- The theory and frameworks of community organising
- Relational organising skills
- Leadership and facilitation
- Communications for change (telling your personal narrative)
- Campaign planning
- Activating your local community
- Building grassroots teams & volunteer management
Is this training right for me?
Do you care about nature protection and do you have a yearning to be more effective in this space? Yes? Then this is for you!
We’re looking to transform the ways in which society connects and respects our natural environment. This program is a huge first step in discovering what we can do collectively. It’ll equip you with the skills, know-how, mentoring and connections you need to have an impact in your local community.
BYO Lunch, Tea, Coffees and snacks provided.
Please ensure you let us know via email if you have any dietary requirements, mobility needs or anything else you think we need to take into consideration. Water town is across the road from the training venue, with plenty of lunch options to choose from.
This program is offered to those currently volunteering (or are seeking to volunteer) free of charge. Spaces are strictly limited so make sure you RSVP as soon as possible or get in touch if you need any further information.
For more information on what it means to volunteer with us please do not hesitate to contact us on 9420 7255 or email claire.mckinnon@wilderness.org.au
Wild Letter Club MeetUp
The Wild Letter Club is a community craftivist project
advocating for new, stronger environment laws.
If you like writing and/or crafting come sit round a big old wooden table
with like-minded souls for some Nature chats, a glass of wine
(coffee and tea also) and some edible treats.
There will be a lot of hands-on activity and practical advice on:
how to make your own stunning nature envelope
appropriate recycled papers and cardboard
how to structure a letter to a politician
different environmental issues (if you need inspiration)
All materials provided but we recommend you bring your favourite
letter-writing pen.
This is a FREE event. We know!
But numbers are limited and as there is a smidge of catering involved
you need to book your seat at the big old table.
Find us on Instagram @wildletterclub
and see you soon on a wintery Saturday arvo in July.
Launceston Thursday Volunteer Meeting
Please feel welcome to come along and see what the The Wilderness Society is doing in Launceston. We offer many different ways you can help us to protect the beautiful wilderness areas of Tasmania.
Welcome Night with The Wilderness Society
The Wilderness Society Welcomes You to Welcome Night!
You are invited to the first Welcome Night of the year with The Wilderness Society. The Wilderness Society has an ever expanding network of passionate team leaders, community organisers, and enthusiastic volunteers! For the past 40 years we have advocated on behalf of the environment and have won a multitude of campaigns intended to keep our precious ecosystem safe.
This night will be a way for you to find out how you can be a part of this progressive movement! This is your opportunity to learn about our innovative, new organising program. This is also a fantastic way to meet new friends, find your passions, and gain insight into what you can actually achieve!
There will be food and drinks provided. Feel free to invite friends and family! Just remember to RSVP first. We look forward to seeing you July, 26 2018 at 6pm, 67 Boundary Street, West End! Please contact Kaine Johnson at this number for more information: 0499 092 565.
Brisbane - Fundamentals of Community Organising Training (Aug 2018)
Great conversations change minds
We’re excited to offer our community organising training course, Movement For Life - Fundamentals of Community Organising, to Wilderness Society volunteers and supporters.
When: 9am - 5pm Saturday 4 August and 9am - 3:30pm Sunday 5 August
Where: The Wilderness Society office, 67 Boundary Street, West End
Cost: Free
RSVP at the top right of this page!
Movement For Life training gives you the building blocks to spread your values and create change in your community. Together, we’re putting the power back in the hands of the people.
Our community organising training is all about immersing yourself in an incredible learning and development experience.
Using tools and techniques honed in community organising programs across the world, we’ll help you reach new audiences and have empowering conversations about the things that matter to you— and the reasons we should all support life.
This free two-day course will give you experience and skills in:
- The theory and frameworks of community organising
- Relational organising
- Leadership and facilitation
- Communications for change (telling your personal narrative)
- Campaign planning
- Activating your local community
- Building grassroots teams and volunteer management
Afterwards, you’ll be well equipped to work with us on our current campaigns and community organising program, as well as with your local community or organisation to take effective action on the issues you care about.
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“Theory is one thing, but putting it into practice is where real learning happens”
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Newcastle August Nature Walk
This month’s Nature Walk with The Wilderness Society Newcastle will be at Wallsend Brickworks Park.
Come along and soak up some sunshine, nature and heritage as we take a leisurely stroll at Wallsend’s historic brickworks site. Join your guide in exploring this suburban heritage gem, finding remnants of the historic operations, and seeing how nature and heritage can share each other’s stories.
Meet in Carpark off Iranda Grove, Wallsend
Tue 7th August 10am – 12noon
Bring Enclosed footwear, Sunscreen, Hat, Water. Small picnic or warming thermos of tea to enjoy at the bird hide.
Suitable for all ages. Easy grade walk.
Cost by donation.
For RSVP and info:
Bec 0422 391 066
Newcastle Campaign Night
Join us as we delve into the detail of the 'Nature Laws That Work' and 'Pilliga Coal Seam Gas' campaign.
Organiser Charlotte McCabe and campaign manager Naomi Hodgson will spend an hour on each campaign bringing our supporters and volunteers up to speed on the problem, our solutions and how we can work in our community to achieve our campaign goals.
There will be opportunity for you to ask questions.
Refreshments provided.
Brisbane Campaigns Night August
Great conversations change minds
We are excited to invite you to join us at our upcoming, Movement For Life - Campaigns Night designed for training graduates, volunteers, and supporters.
When: 6pm - 7:30 pm Wednesday 16 August
Where: The Wilderness Society office, 67 Boundary Street, West End
Cost: Free
Dinner and drinks will be provided!
RSVP at the top right of this page!
The Wilderness Society's people powered Movement for Life is sweeping across QLD!
This means every day people just like you are connecting and working together. Join us to hear from these teams of volunteers about their exciting local campaigns. You will also hear from senior Wilderness Society staff about our State and Federal campaigns.
You will meet like-minded people, hear from some inspiring speakers, enjoy food and drink together, and you will definitely have fun. At the end of the night you will have the opportunity to get involved in a way that suits you, or to just be 'kept in the loop'.
Family and friends are welcome to join, so please bring them along with you.