Young Environmental Leaders
Stemming from th success of Phillip Island Nature Parks Year 9 Coastal Ambassadors program, the Young Environmental Leaders Program is designed for enthusiastic Grade 5 and 6 students who are in leadership positions with in their school.
The program aims to; - Increase students knowledge on current environmental issues. - Develop students interpersonal and intrapersonal skills for increased involvement in leadership positions including communication, team work and negotiation. - Empower young leaders to take environmental and community based action. - Create a network of young leaders across Gippsland and Victoria.
For more information including dates structure, location and cost click here or contact Jacqui and Cara 59512 826 or
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Year Nine Coastal Ambassadors!
The Coastal Ambassador program encourages students to become ambassadors of the ocean and the environment in their local communities.
Students learn about environmental issues as well as develop leadership, communication and teamwork skills. Each student takes the lessons learnt from the program back to their school and local community.
During a four day camp, ambassadors study oceanography, marine biology, undertake wildlife research, talk with environmental rangers and world renowned researchers, and take part in fun and personally challenging outdoor adventure activities like sea kayaking, surfing and bike riding.
Students then design an 'Action Plan' for their school and/or local community. On return to their schools, ambassadors aim to implement their action plans to assist in the conservation of our natural environment.
TEACHERS COASTAL AMBASSADORS Inspire your students to get involved!!!
Linked to the Phillip Island Nature Parks award winning Coastal Ambassadors program, this professional development opportunity is open to teachers from a range of disciplines. Whether you are a primary or secondary teacher, student teacher or CRT this program is for you.
This program will enable you to achieve at least 20 hours of your Victorian Institute of Teacher external professional development.
What the program includes;
workshops with world leading penguin and seal researchers, environmental hands on activities, interactive team building exercises, a copy of the recently released Australian Fur Seal Teacher and Learning resource, surfing clinic, cruise to seal rocks to study the Australian Fur Seals, Summerland bike challenge and an evening visit to the penguin parade.
When: TBC
For further information please contact the Education team on + 61 3 5951 2826 or email
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Victorian Coastal Awards for Excellence 2010
Hosted by the Victorian Coastal Council the awards presentation followed receipt of an impressive line up of nominations, resulting in the selection of 16 finalists across 5 different categories including, education. community action and partnerships and the natural environment.
See what previous Coastal Ambassadors have achieved!
