VCOSS Quick Guide:
Supporting a greener community sector
VCOSS is supporting a greener community sector by sharing stories and strategies and providing resources to community organisations to assist in making positive environmental choices.
Many organisations are already involved in making change, but VCOSS also recognises the need for the community sector to be supported in making the changes needed to both mitigate and apapt to climate change. VCOSS is therefore lobbying for greater support and resourcing of these needs. For further information, contact VCOSS Policy and Public Affairs Manager Kate Colvin on 9654 5050.
VCOSS Sector Development is also:
- Sharing VCOSS' own organisational journey towards environmental sustainability, with diary updates during the lead-up to 10/10/10.
- Providing information and inspiration to your organisation so you can take small or large steps towards climate solutions
Showcasing commitments to a greener community sector
In the lead up to 10/10/10 we asked community organisations to share their journey, and we will continue to post new stories now the day has passed.
Organisations who have committed to environmental sustainability strategies:
- E.W. Tipping Foundation
- HomeGround Services
- Ross House Association
- Women's Health in the North
- North Yarra Community Health
- Sacred Heart Mission
Lets make this list longer!
There are many community sector organisations already taking innovative environmental actions.
Please share your organisation's achievements and aspirations by filling out our simple form:
Organisational Commitment to a Greener Sector Form
This will allow other organisations to see the diverse possibilities for contributing to environmental sustainability in the sector.
Sharing VCOSS' own organisational journey
We at VCOSS shared our green commitment progress as we move towards the 10/10/10 Celebration:
VCOSS Diary Entry 1, 2nd August: Launch Date!
VCOSS Diary Entry 2, 1st September: Winner to be announced!
VCOSS Diary Entry 2, 1st October: Nearly to 10/10/10!
Providing information and inspiration
There are many fantastic resources to help organisations become environmentally sustainable.
View the VCOSS Clearinghouse Environmental Practices Resource List
We will continue providing the best and most up-to-date links to assist you. If you know of any good resources not listed on our website, please let us know at hayley.peck@vcoss.org.au
