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December 2022
2022 WALN Network Gathering and Annual General Meeting – ‘What does the future look like for landcare’
2022 WALN Network Gathering and Annual General Meeting 'What does the future look like for landcare' WALN has made the decision to move our upcoming 2022 WALN Network Gathering and Annual General Meeting online. We love face to face gatherings but with the current COVID risk in the community and the number of events scheduled for early December we have decided that a shorter online event will enable more landcarers from across the State to attend. So please join us for
Find out more »April 2023
SHARING SOLUTIONS – Funding, Fundraising, Sponsorship and Grant Writing Success
Care for Headland Environment Association is hosting another informative Sharing Solutions Event applicable to landcarers across the State. Focusing on Funding, Fundraising, Sponsorship and Grant Writing this event will provide landcarers with all the tools they need to fund their next project. RSVP by 18 April to Kelly Howlett at kellyhowlett35@hotmail.com or 0439 941 431
Find out more »WOMEN IN ENVIRONMENT
Bush Heritage Australia is hosting a thought-provoking networking breakfast, featuring inspiring female business leaders providing their insights and guidance on nature-related risks, impact and opportunities, and in particular, nature-based disclosures. Defining how companies can assess, prioritise, measure, address and track their impacts and dependencies on natural ecosystems is a significant step in the right direction for creating strong biodiversity. Find out More https://www.bushheritage.org.au/news/events/women-for-the-environment-perth
Find out more »May 2023
Hearts Healing the Land
Be inspired! Join land care practitioners, scientists and volunteers to celebrate how community make a difference in caring for our unique flora and fauna, learn from traditional owners and build community. This full day event will bring speakers from all walks of ecological restoration, land care, natural resource management and environmental education who will share their experiences and give you a chance to learn, connect and build community. Find out more https://events.humanitix.com/hearts-healing-the-land-community-science-conference
Find out more »Fire and Air Forum
Community concern about the impacts of broadscale prescribed burning in the South West Biodiversity Hotspot is high. Pervasive smoke pollution heightens concern about the frequency, scale and intensity of planned burns, risk to public health and safety, risks to biodiversity and the escalating risks of climate change. Following the outstanding success of the Fire and Biodiversity Forum in June 2021 in Margaret River the Fire and Air Forum will include expert speakers expanding the conversation on how best to protect
Find out more »Increasing the success of your revegetation project in a drying climate
With many landcare groups heading into planting season we are all keen to make our revegetation project as successful as possible. We want to ensure we make best use of the time and money we have invested, and also of course to have the best outcome for the environment. This is becoming particularly challenging in a drying climate. Join the WALN team and invited guests to explore the issues landcare groups are facing and how we can increase success in our revegetation projects: What issues
Find out more »Attracting and Retaining Young Volunteers Workshop 2
Developing an Actionable Plan to Attract and Retain Young Volunteers is designed as a follow-up to Attracting & Retaining Young Volunteers. You will leave this practical workshop with a deeper understanding of your organisations challenges and opportunities in attracting youth volunteers. You will develop practical tools including a sample position description that can be advertised through the YVolunteer platform and an action plan for engaging youth which includes a communications strategy, timeline, and unique volunteer management considerations. Attendees will receive ongoing support from
Find out more »National Reconciliation Week
National Reconciliation Week (NRW) is a time for all Australians to learn about our shared histories, cultures, and achievements, and to explore how each of us can contribute to achieving reconciliation in Australia. The theme for National Reconciliation Week 2023, Be a Voice for Generations, encourages all Australians to be a voice for reconciliation in tangible ways in our everyday lives – where we live, work and socialise. For the work of generations past, and the benefit of generations future, let’s
Find out more »Landcare Checks In – Navigating the Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Act 2021 – Implications for landcare
Join the WALN team and a representative from the Department of Planning, Lands and Heritage (DPLH) to explore the requirements of the new Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Act 2021 and the implications for landcare groups and their activities. What is the purpose and scope of the Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Act 2021? What do landcare groups need to do to comply with the new legislation? Which landcare activities require ACH due diligence assessments, permits or management plans? Register now to receive the Zoom link https://events.humanitix.com/aboriginal-cultural-heritage-act-2021-implications-for-landcare
Find out more »June 2023
Landcare Build Skills – Succession Planning for Landcare & Environmental Groups
Presented by Kim Boswell, this 'Landcare Build Skills' webinar will simplify succession planning. Learn about the essential tools and tactics to grow a strong leadership pipeline and create a culture of succession planning that supports your group's long-term success. Kim is a Facilitator, Trainer and Coach with more than 20 years experience in the not for profit sector. She has spent her career in leadership roles and has worked globally, raising millions of dollars and building strong engagement and behaviour change
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