People For Nature

Category: Corporate Partnerships

  • Why Climate Literacy Belongs in Board and Executive Development

    Why Climate Literacy Belongs in Board and Executive Development

    Climate change is no longer just an environmental issue — it is a leadership challenge

    Boards and executive teams are navigating a world of accelerating climate impacts, changing regulations, shifting investor expectations, supply chain disruptions and growing community scrutiny.

    Yet one critical capability is often missing from leadership development programs: climate literacy.

    Just as financial literacy enables leaders to understand financial performance, climate literacy enables leaders to understand climate-related risks, opportunities and decisions that shape the future of their organisation.

    Climate literacy is not about turning executives into climate scientists. It is about giving decision-makers the confidence and shared understanding they need to lead in a rapidly changing world.

    At People For Nature, we believe informed leaders are essential to building a resilient future. Through Climate Fresk, a proven science-based collaborative workshop, we help organisations transform complex climate science into practical understanding — empowering leaders and teams to turn climate risk into meaningful action.

    The climate challenge is becoming a business challenge

    For many years, climate change was treated primarily as an environmental or sustainability issue. Today, it is increasingly recognised as a strategic issue that affects every organisation.

    Climate-related risks can influence:

    • operational continuity through extreme weather events;
    • supply chain reliability;
    • insurance availability and costs;
    • access to capital and investor confidence;
    • regulatory obligations;
    • workforce expectations and talent attraction;
    • long-term business resilience.

    Boards and executives are responsible for making decisions under uncertainty. But meaningful decisions require a shared understanding of the systems driving these changes.

    Without climate literacy, leaders risk relying on fragmented information, reactive responses or isolated sustainability initiatives rather than embedding climate considerations into strategy.

    Climate literacy is a leadership capability

    Effective leadership requires the ability to understand complex systems, identify emerging risks and make informed choices.

    Climate literacy helps leaders answer fundamental questions:

    What is driving climate change?
    Understanding the science behind greenhouse gas emissions, feedback loops and climate impacts provides a foundation for strategic thinking.

    How does climate change affect our organisation?
    Leaders need to connect global climate trends with operational, financial and reputational risks.

    What action creates meaningful impact?
    Moving beyond awareness requires understanding where organisations can reduce emissions, build resilience and contribute to positive change.

    A climate-literate leadership team can move conversations from:

    “What is happening?”

    to:

    “What does this mean for our organisation, and what decisions do we need to make?”

    The gap between climate awareness and climate action

    Many organisations have committed to sustainability goals. Many leaders genuinely want to contribute to solutions.

    The challenge is often not motivation — it is shared understanding.

    Climate conversations can become complicated by:

    • overwhelming amounts of information;
    • uncertainty about priorities;
    • technical language;
    • competing business pressures;
    • uncertainty about where to start.

    This is where participatory learning approaches can make a difference.

    Rather than delivering another presentation filled with facts, Climate Fresk brings leaders together to explore the causes and consequences of climate change through a collaborative, evidence-based process.

    In just three hours, participants build a shared mental model of the climate system, identify connections between causes and impacts, and begin exploring pathways for action.

    Why boards and executives need a shared climate language

    Organisations transform when leadership teams align around a common understanding.

    Climate literacy enables executives and boards to:

    1. Ask better questions

    Climate-literate leaders can challenge assumptions, identify blind spots and engage more effectively with sustainability teams, consultants and stakeholders.

    2. Make better strategic decisions

    Understanding climate systems helps leaders integrate climate considerations into investment decisions, risk management and organisational strategy.

    3. Engage teams with confidence

    Employees increasingly expect their organisations to take meaningful action. Leaders who understand the challenge can communicate with authenticity and inspire participation.

    4. Move beyond compliance

    While regulations and reporting requirements are important, climate leadership is about more than meeting obligations. It is about preparing organisations for the future.

    From climate risk to meaningful action

    The organisations that thrive in the coming decades will be those that can adapt, innovate and collaborate.

    Climate literacy is a foundation for that transition.

    At People For Nature, we work with organisations to build climate capability through engaging, science-based learning experiences. Our Climate Fresk workshops help leaders and teams understand the climate challenge, connect the science to their context, and identify opportunities for meaningful action.

    Because climate action starts with understanding.

    And understanding starts with informed leadership.

    Build climate capability in your organisation

    People For Nature equips corporate leaders with the climate understanding they need to lead with confidence.

    Through Climate Fresk’s proven 3-hour collaborative workshop, we transform complex climate science into shared understanding — enabling leaders and teams to turn climate risk into meaningful action.

    Get in touch for a quote: abarucchi@peoplefornature.org.au

  • Put nature at the heart of workplace giving

    Put nature at the heart of workplace giving

    Businesses have an important role to play in shaping a future where nature is valued, protected and restored.

    People For Nature is proud to be registered with Good2Give — a workplace giving platform that helps connect employees and businesses with charities creating positive change.

    To find us on Good2Give, click here.

    Workplace giving makes it simple for employees to support causes they care about through regular payroll donations, while enabling organisations to strengthen their sustainability commitments, engage their teams and contribute to meaningful community impact. Many workplaces also choose to amplify their employees’ generosity through matched giving programs.

    By choosing People For Nature as part of your workplace giving program, your organisation helps empower Australians to understand, value and protect the natural world.

    Your support contributes to:
    🌱 science-based climate and biodiversity education
    🦘 citizen science initiatives protecting Australian species and ecosystems
    🤝 community-led action connecting people with nature
    🌏 a growing movement of citizens driving positive change

    Because protecting nature is not the responsibility of a few—it is a collective effort.

    Whether you are an employee looking for a meaningful way to give, or a business wanting to engage your people around sustainability and purpose, workplace giving provides a practical pathway to create lasting impact.

    Find out how your organisation can support People For Nature through Good2Give and help put nature back at the heart of society.

  • Our Partnership with GreenScope Productions: Capturing Citizen-Powered Change

    Our Partnership with GreenScope Productions: Capturing Citizen-Powered Change

    As we build towards Citizen COP Australia 2026, we are proud to highlight our partnership with Green Scope Prod — a collaboration that brings a powerful new dimension to citizen-led climate and biodiversity action: storytelling through film.

    In 2025 Green Scope Prod supported People For Nature by documenting our events, capturing not only what happened — but what it felt like. Through their lens, moments of connection, curiosity, and collective action were preserved and shared far beyond the rooms where they took place.

    Adding a lens to citizen action

    Citizen COP is built on a simple idea: global decisions should be shaped by the people they affect. It is a decentralised, people-powered movement that invites communities across Australia to host their own events alongside global COPs — creating a distributed “Green Zone” grounded in local conversations and action.

    But for these conversations to travel, to inspire others, and to create a ripple effect — they need to be seen.

    This is where Green Scope Prod plays a vital role.

    By documenting Citizen COP and our broader programs, they help amplify citizen voices, making local initiatives visible, accessible, and shareable. Their work transforms ephemeral moments into lasting stories — ensuring that ideas, energy, and insights continue to circulate beyond each event.

    A shared vision

    At the heart of this partnership is a shared belief: storytelling is not just about documentation — it is a tool for change.

    By combining citizen engagement with visual storytelling, we are helping ensure that the voices, ideas, and solutions emerging from communities are not only heard, but remembered, shared, and built upon.

    We are deeply grateful to Green Scope Prod for their support, creativity, and commitment to amplifying citizen-powered change.

    Together, we are not only creating spaces for dialogue — we are capturing a movement in motion.

    Find out more about GreenScop Productions: https://greenscopeprod.com.au/

  • Our Partnership with the Queensland Decarbonisation Hub

    Our Partnership with the Queensland Decarbonisation Hub

    As we reflect on 2025, we are proud to acknowledge and celebrate our partnership with the Queensland Decarbonisation Hub — a collaboration that strengthened the connection between research, industry, policy, and citizen-led climate action.

    The Queensland Decarbonisation Hub unites industry, research, and policy to drive the state’s transition to a low-carbon economy. By leveraging evidence-based research from Queensland universities, the Hub supports industries, communities, and government in identifying practical decarbonisation pathways and shaping policies and technology solutions.

    Their support of AlterCOP 30 Australia – the Australian AlterCOP Chapter brought to Australia by People For Nature in 2025 – reflects a shared commitment to accelerating climate action across Queensland — grounded in collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and real-world implementation.

    We imagined an independent, values-driven gathering running alongside the official United Nations Climate Conference (COP30). Our aim was simple — to create a free and inclusive space where voices often absent from formal negotiations — youth, First Nations leaders, local communities, scientists, artists, and grassroots changemakers — could come together to engage meaningfully with climate and nature action, while actively reducing the environmental footprint of participation itself.

    While Australia sent 494 official delegates to COP30, we engaged more than 1,400 people nationwide, extending the spirit of the COP “green zone” through citizen-led events and conversations across the country.

    The success of this first experiment helped demonstrate the importance of bridging structured, evidence-based climate work with citizen engagement — ensuring that knowledge does not remain siloed, but becomes part of a shared societal response.

    As Dr Liz Young, QLD Decarbonisation Hub shared:

    “Last night’s AlterCOP 30 Australia at the Precinct was truly extraordinary, filled with courage, leadership, and a deep generosity of spirit. People For Nature showcased remarkable leadership, shaping an evening marked by respect, curiosity, and connection. The evening’s message was clear: Listen deeply, connect with Country, share knowledge, and act with hope.”

    Alongside this partnership, People For Nature focused on citizen engagement, biodiversity literacy, and participatory learning experiences — helping translate complex climate information into accessible formats that inspire understanding and action.

    Together, this collaboration helped strengthen the foundation for what has now evolved into Citizen COP Australia — a decentralised, people-powered movement running alongside global COPs in 2026, designed to make climate and biodiversity action more locally grounded, inclusive, and participatory.

    We are deeply grateful to the Queensland Decarbonisation Hub for their support in 2025. Their commitment to bridging research and action plays a vital role in shaping Queensland’s transition, and we look forward to continuing to build connections between science, policy, and community.

    Find out more about QLD Decarbonisation Hub: https://decarb-hub.org/

  • Our Partnership with CO2 Australia

    Our Partnership with CO2 Australia

    As we reflect on 2025, we want to acknowledge and celebrate the valuable support of CO2 Australia in the early development and delivery of AlterCOP 30 Australia – the Australian AlterCOP Chapter brought to Australia by People For Nature in 2025

    We designed an independent, values-driven gathering running alongside the official United Nations Climate Conference (COP30). Our aim was simple — to create a free and inclusive space where voices often absent from formal negotiations — youth, First Nations leaders, local communities, scientists, artists, and grassroots changemakers — could come together to engage meaningfully with climate and nature action, while actively reducing the environmental footprint of participation itself.

    While Australia sent 494 official delegates to COP30, we engaged more than 1,400 people nationwide, extending the spirit of the COP “green zone” through citizen-led events and conversations across the country.

    The success of this first experiment, and the lessons it generated, revealed something larger was emerging — not simply an alternative event, but the foundation of a broader civic infrastructure capable of connecting citizen engagement, collective intelligence, and institutional processes in a constructive and ongoing way.

    People For Nature decided to evolve into creating its own initiative Citizen COP in 2026, a decentralised, people-powered movement running alongside the global COPs in 2026.

    We are inviting citizens, schools, businesses, artists, and local groups across the country to host their own aligned events during the COP period. Rather than one central event, it becomes a nationwide network of local conversations, workshops, and actions — making global negotiations visible and relevant at the community level.

    At its heart lies a simple belief: lasting environmental change happens when people feel informed, empowered, and connected — both to the challenges we face and to the solutions we can create together.

    CO2 Australia provides practical, science-based solutions at the intersection of business and the environment. With over 20 years’ experience in carbon and biodiversity projects, they help organisations and landholders create real environmental and economic value. Their expertise spans carbon and biodiversity offsets, ecological assessments, spatial analysis, and land management, alongside training programs that build capability across industry and government.

    CO2 Australia supported AlterCOP 30 Australia because they believe sustainability and productivity go hand in hand — creating lasting value for people, land, and the planet.

    As Chris Wilson, Chief Consulting and Strategy Officer at CO2 Australia shared:

    “Events like AlterCOP 30 Australia are vitally important as we look to bridge the gap between those ‘talking’ at the global level, and those who are ‘doing’ locally. At CO2 Australia, we pride ourselves on execution and People for Nature clearly share the same philosophy. Connecting communities, creating shared understanding and then collaborating in service of our planet were clear themes throughout the AlterCOP 30 event.”

    Alongside this, People For Nature focused on citizen engagement, biodiversity literacy, and participatory learning experiences — helping translate complex climate information into accessible formats that inspire understanding and action.

    We are deeply grateful for CO2 Australia’s support during this formative phase. Partnerships like these are essential in building movements that are credible, inclusive, and capable of driving real change.

    As Citizen COP Australia evolves, we carry forward the lessons, relationships, and momentum built in 2025 — and remain committed to expanding this citizen-led approach to climate and biodiversity action.

    Find out more about CO2 Australia: https://co2australia.com.au/

  • A heartfelt thank you to our supporters

    A heartfelt thank you to our supporters

    We gratefully acknowledge all individuals and organisations who supported People For Nature in 2025, including our anonymous donors.

    As we reflect on the past year, we want to take a moment to express our deep gratitude to the individuals and partners who have stood beside us. Your support has not only helped us grow—it has helped us reach more communities, deepen our impact, and bring climate and biodiversity learning to life in ways that are accessible, hopeful, and action-oriented.

    Our Blue Partners

    *Blue Partners provide national-scale support for programs across Australia.

    Our Green Partners

    Green Seedling Partners support local events and community actions.

    Every contribution, big or small, makes a difference — get in touch to find out how your company can support our work.

    A Thriving Ecosystem of Collaboration

    Without the support and collaboration of our partners, none of what we do for nature would be possible.

    To all of our supporters, collaborators, facilitators, and community members: thank you. You are part of a growing movement of people choosing action over apathy, connection over disconnection, and nature-positive change over business as usual.

    We are so grateful to be on this journey with you.

  • The biggest professional Climate Fresk workshop in Australia – Future Group

    The biggest professional Climate Fresk workshop in Australia – Future Group

    Power in numbers

    Over the past 150 years, the concentration of carbon dioxide (CO₂) in Earth’s atmosphere has increased from a relatively stable 280 parts per million (ppm) to a concerning 420 ppm today. 420 ppm is not just a number – it is a key driver behind climate change, leading to devastating environmental consequences that impact everything from ecosystems to weather patterns to economies. The urgency to act has never been clearer. However, in the face of such a monumental challenge, the path forward is not one of isolated efforts but of collective action – of recognising the power in numbers.

    This was the core message behind the Climate Fresk workshop organised by Future Group during its annual EOFY summit in Australia.

    The workshop brought together over 120 employees from across the company – it was the biggest professional Climate Fresk in Australia.

    Futureproofing a Movement

    Future Group (Future Super, SmartMonday, Guild Super, Child Care Super and Verve Super) is on a mission to lead the movement to use the power of money to invest, advocate and campaign for a future worth retiring into.  The company has proven that purpose-led super can shake up an industry, shift narratives, and build power.

    The summit was designed to challenge employees to think about Futureproofing Our Movement – it was about defining scaling impact, not just in terms of size, but in terms of influence, strategy, and collective movement-building.

    In the opening remarks, Future Group emphasised the need to create systemic change. But achieving that requires more than just corporate commitment; it requires a rallying of voices, talents, and capital to drive real progress. Power in Numbers is an acknowledgment that collective efforts, combined with clear and consistent action, have the potential to make the next decade of climate action even bolder.

    The Power of Education

    The Climate Fresk workshop is a fun, educational experience that aims to help participants understand the complexities of climate change and its wide-ranging impacts. It is based on climate science and focuses on how various human activities and natural systems are interconnected in driving global warming.

    By educating employees about the science behind climate change and the systemic changes needed, the Future Group took a critical step in ensuring that each person within the organisation understands and actively supports the company’s values and mission.

    This is crucial in a time where the complexities of climate change can feel daunting. Understanding the issue at a deeper level empowers individuals to take actionable steps—whether it’s reducing personal carbon footprints, advocating for more sustainable business practices, or contributing to larger community efforts. To take action and build solutions, we first need to understand the problem. Companies embedding climate education into the workplace are doing more than raising awareness—they’re cultivating a culture of action, where every employee is empowered to be a change-maker.

    Collective Action Drives Change

    Each employee brings something unique to the table—whether it’s expertise in finance, marketing, technology, human resources or other. Power in Numbers means harnessing these diverse skills and perspectives to advance a shared mission. It also means harnessing collective financial strength to shift markets, accelerate climate solutions, and drive systemic change. The result is a company that doesn’t just talk about sustainability but actively integrates it into every aspect of its operations and culture.

    A Call to Action for Companies

    Companies must actively educate their employees, align their mission with sustainable practices, and create an environment where collective action is the driving force behind change.

    Integrating climate education into corporate culture is not just an ethical imperative – it’s a strategic one. The world is watching as businesses face increasing pressure from consumers, regulators, and stakeholders to address climate change. The companies that will thrive in the future are those that foster a culture of innovation and leadership, and scale their impact by leveraging the power of workforce and the power of consumers. It’s about creating a ripple effect that extends far beyond the walls of any single organisation. By aligning our voices, our capital, and our mission, we become more than just a group of individuals- we become a force for change, one that can help transform the world in ways we’ve yet to imagine.

    The next decade is crucial. It’s a time when decisive action must be taken to reduce global emissions from greenhouse gasses. And as Future Group’s summit and Climate Fresk workshop showed, the power to drive that change lies in our collective hands.

    People For Nature empowers your people to create positive change for nature

    As businesses face the growing urgency of climate and biodiversity challenges, we believe your organisation has the potential to lead the way in creating meaningful change. 

    Sustainability isn’t just a responsibility — it’s an opportunity. Forward-thinking businesses are already taking the lead, strengthening their brands, reducing costs, and future-proofing their operations.

    If you want to equip your team with the knowledge and confidence to make a difference, we’re here to help!

    📩 Let’s start the conversation.

    Contact us today to organise a Climate Fresk, Biodiversity Collage or Circular Economy Collage workshop for your team.

    Together, we can drive positive change, one action at a time.

    This article was originally published on LinkedIn by Climate Fresk Australia.

  • Embedding Climate Literacy in Banking

    Embedding Climate Literacy in Banking

    The Bank Australia Approach

    Bank Australia is a customer-owned bank with a strong commitment to social and environmental impact. With 70% of its customers prioritizing climate action, the bank is committed to aligning its operations with a sustainable future. As part of its broader purpose, the organisation has been actively integrating climate and biodiversity considerations into its operations, strategy, and decision-making.

    To empower its people to navigate the complexities of climate change, and to embed climate awareness into the bank’s culture, Bank Australia has engaged in climate literacy and systems thinking initiatives that help employees better understand the links between finance, nature, and long-term risk.

    Through interactive learning experiences, staff are encouraged to explore how climate science connects to their roles and how their decisions can contribute to more sustainable outcomes. 

    “I recently had the opportunity to attend the Climate Fresk workshop at our Bank Australia Collingwood head office moderated by Bruce M. from People For Nature, and it was a really good reminder of just how imminent and interconnected the impacts of climate change are.

    The session breaks down complex climate science in a clear, practical way and helps put the bigger picture into perspective. It resets and prompts you to keep climate awareness still at the front of mind and not lose it in the noise around.

    What I appreciated most was how the conversation stayed grounded and it wasn’t overwhelming, instead, it was a chance to pause, reflect, and rethink how our everyday choices and work connect to broader climate outcomes

    It also aligned nicely with Bank Australia’s Climate Action Strategy focus, encouraging shared responsibility and practical thinking rather than grand gestures.

    Also, a small fun fact I learned along the way: “Fresk” is an English adaptation of the French word “fresque”, meaning a fresco or mural which feels fitting, as the session is all about stepping back and seeing the whole picture.”

    Minisha Reddy, Impact Lending Support Consultant at Bank Australia.

    By investing in climate education, Bank Australia is strengthening internal awareness, aligning its workforce with its values, and building the capability needed to support Australia’s transition to a low-carbon, nature-positive economy.

    This approach reflects a growing recognition that informed employees are key to driving meaningful, organisation-wide change. It also positions Bank Australia as a leader in sustainable finance, earning recognition from customers for its authentic commitment to climate action.

    Photos credit: Minisha Reddy, Bank Australia.

    📩 Let’s start the conversation.

    Contact us today to organise a Climate Fresk, Biodiversity Collage or Circular Economy Collage workshop for your team.

    Together, we can drive positive change, one action at a time.

    This article was originally published on LinkedIn by Climate Fresk Australia.

  • People For Nature on Tap4Change

    People For Nature on Tap4Change

    We’re thrilled to share that People For Nature is now listed on Tap4Change — a digital giving platform designed to make donating to impactful causes easier, more transparent, and more rewarding for everyday supporters.

    Tap4Change is all about bringing the impact ecosystem together. It’s a modern platform where people can discover, support, and track giving to charities they care about, and where organisations can build an impact profile and connect with purpose‑driven donors and supporters online.

    What is Tap4Change?

    Tap4Change is a user‑friendly online platform that helps:

    • People find and give to charities they care about
    • Charities share updates
    • Donors track their giving and feel confident about where their support goes

    Unlike traditional giving channels, Tap4Change aims to make donating digital, convenient, and transparent — especially for the next generation of changemakers who want clarity and connection when they give.

    How it works

    On Tap4Change, supporters can:

    1. Browse causes and charities that align with your values
    2. Create your own giving profile
    3. Make one‑off or recurring donations
    4. Track and share with friends, colleagues, and networks

    👉 You can see our Tap4Change profile here:
    https://tap4change.org/charities/people‑for‑nature

    Every donation — big or small — adds another voice and another action toward protecting nature and empowering people to make a difference.

  • Benevity Workplace Giving: Help Protect Australia’s Nature & Biodiversity

    Benevity Workplace Giving: Help Protect Australia’s Nature & Biodiversity

    The challenges facing our planet can feel overwhelming. Climate change, biodiversity loss and ecosystem decline are interconnected challenges that require collective action.

    At People For Nature, we believe that everyone has a role to play in creating a future where nature is central to every decision. Through education, citizen science and community action, we empower Australians to understand the challenges facing our planet and take meaningful steps to protect the natural world.

    Now, there is another way for employees and organisations to support this mission: workplace giving through Benevity.

    What is Benevity workplace giving?

    Benevity is a global corporate purpose platform that helps connect employees and businesses with charities and causes creating positive social and environmental impact.

    For businesses, workplace giving is more than a donation mechanism—it is a way to engage employees, strengthen purpose-driven culture and create measurable positive impact.or supporters to donate through their employer.

    How to support People For Nature on Benevity

    If your workplace uses Benevity, supporting us is easy:

    1. Log in to your company’s Benevity portal
    2. Search for People For Nature
    3. Choose a one-off or recurring donation
    4. Check whether your employer will match your contribution

    You can also access our public Benevity Causes profile here:

    👉 https://causes.benevity.org/causes/036-42681884355

    (Please note: you’ll need to log in through your employer to donate.)

    Join the movement for nature

    People For Nature is proud to be available through Benevity, making it easier for employees and organisations to support citizen-powered change.

    Whether you are an employee looking to make your giving more impactful, or a business seeking meaningful ways to engage your people around sustainability, workplace giving provides a practical pathway to support a healthier future for nature.

    Find People For Nature on Benevity and help put nature back at the heart of society.

    Together, we can empower people to protect biodiversity, build climate resilience and create a future where nature thrives.

  • Partnering on climate literacy with L’Oréal Australia and New Zealand

    Partnering on climate literacy with L’Oréal Australia and New Zealand

    As the world’s largest beauty company, L’Oréal recognises and understands its responsibility to drive meaningful change: from addressing the impacts of climate change, to safeguarding natural resources, to championing circularity, and building community resilience, its actions are anchored in latest environmental science and underpinned by a desire for constant improvement.

    In  2020 it introduced the L’Oréal for the Future program. This sustainability strategy is centred on four key pillars:

    – Steward the climate transition;

    – Safeguard nature;

    – Drive circularity;

    – Support communities.

    In Australia and New Zealand (ANZ), L’Oréal is partnering with People For Nature to deliver climate and biodiversity educational programs that support this sustainability strategy.

    Program objectives

    Delivering on the organisation’s sustainability goals and ambitions requires engaged employees who understand the role they play.

    The team in ANZ is focusing on growing climate literacy among staff so everyone understands how their actions support a healthier planet and help the company advance its sustainability commitments.

    People For Nature delivered a Climate Fresk workshop during L’Oréal’s Sustainability Retreat in August 2025, which gathered about 40 ANZ employees.

    Empowering teams with climate knowledge

    People For Nature delivers tailored training programs that move staff from awareness to action. We empower teams with science-based learning experiences that inspire understanding, care, and change.

    Through our collaborative workshops we build climate and biodiversity literacy, inspiring staff to embed sustainability into their daily operations and culture.

    Interested in organising a workshop for your organisation?

    We’ll empower your people to power change for nature. Contact us today to find out more.

    Click below to download the L’Oréal case study.

  • Our Partnership with Mott MacDonald

    Our Partnership with Mott MacDonald

    As we reflect on 2025, we are pleased to acknowledge and celebrate our partnership with Mott MacDonald — an organisation working at the forefront of sustainable infrastructure, engineering, and systems transformation.

    Mott MacDonald is an employee-owned engineering and management consultancy with over 20,000 people in more than 50 countries. These teams design, deliver, and maintain infrastructure that connects communities, supports sustainable economic growth, and builds environmental resilience.

    Mott MacDonald aims to make a positive difference by delivering sustainable outcomes through its activities and to continuously improve its performance. The teams are committed to collaborating with broader communities to establish actions and make business decisions that consider the climate, environmental, and social aspects of their work.

    Their support of AlterCOP 30 Australia – the Australian AlterCOP Chapter brought to Australia by People For Nature in 2025 – reflects this commitment to positive change across buildings and infrastructure, and to engaging with initiatives that bring people closer to climate and nature solutions.

    We designed an independent, values-driven gathering running alongside the official United Nations Climate Conference (COP30). Our aim was simple — to create a free and inclusive space where voices often absent from formal negotiations — youth, First Nations leaders, local communities, scientists, artists, and grassroots changemakers — could come together to engage meaningfully with climate and nature action, while actively reducing the environmental footprint of participation itself.

    While Australia sent 494 official delegates to COP30, we engaged more than 1,400 people nationwide, extending the spirit of the COP “green zone” through citizen-led events and conversations across the country.

    As Riya Tailor, Senior Sciences Engineer and BMS Coordinator – QLD & SAN, at Mott MacDonald shared:

    “AlterCOP 30 Australia closely aligned with Mott MacDonald’s commitment to positive change in buildings and infrastructure. Engaging with People For Nature allowed our colleagues, both speakers and attendees, to feel inspired to drive environmental change in their work and personal lives. The event provided valuable insights that will inform future decisions, strengthen our role in creating sustainable places, and inspire ongoing action across the communities and projects we support.”

    Alongside this partnership, People For Nature focused on citizen engagement, biodiversity literacy, and participatory learning experiences — helping translate complex climate information into accessible formats that inspire understanding and action.

    Together, this collaboration helped strengthen the foundations for what has now evolved into Citizen COP Australia — a decentralised, people-powered movement running alongside global COPs in 2026, designed to make climate and biodiversity action more locally grounded, inclusive, and participatory.

    We are deeply grateful to Mott MacDonald for their engagement in 2025. Their commitment to sustainable infrastructure and systems thinking plays an important role in shaping resilient futures, and we look forward to continuing to build connections between engineering, community, and citizen action.

    https://www.mottmac.com/Find out more about Mott MacDonald:https://www.mottmac.com/

  • People For Nature’s sponsorship philosophy

    People For Nature’s sponsorship philosophy

    At People For Nature, partnerships matter deeply.

    As a charity working at the intersection of climate science, biodiversity, and collective intelligence, we are intentional about who we partner with and how we work together. Sponsorships are not simply a funding mechanism for us — they are a shared commitment to integrity, impact, and long-term systems change.

    This is why we’ve developed a clear Sponsorship Philosophy to guide our work and ensure our partnerships serve people, nature, and the public good.

    Partnerships, Not Transactions

    We believe sponsorships should go beyond logos and visibility. At their best, they are purpose-driven partnerships that enable meaningful action, learning, and impact.

    Our sponsorships are designed to:

    • deliver tangible outcomes for biodiversity conservation and climate education,
    • strengthen climate and nature literacy within organisations,
    • support citizen-led and place-based initiatives,
    • and contribute to a more equitable and regenerative future.

    This approach helps ensure that our work — and the work of our partners — creates lasting value well beyond a single campaign or event.

    Our Role: Translating Science Into Action

    People For Nature exists to make complex environmental science accessible, engaging, and actionable.

    Grounded in authoritative research and inspired by participatory learning approaches such as the Climate Fresk, our workshops and programs use collective intelligence to help people:

    • understand the science behind climate change and biodiversity loss,
    • explore systemic risks and interconnections,
    • engage in informed dialogue,
    • and identify meaningful pathways for action.

    Through sponsorship partnerships, we scale this work responsibly — supporting education, community empowerment, and long-term resilience across Australia.

    What We Look For in Partners

    We partner with organisations that demonstrate:

    • a genuine commitment to environmental sustainability and social responsibility,
    • openness to learning, reflection, and transformation,
    • respect for evidence-based decision-making,
    • a desire to engage their people meaningfully on climate and nature,
    • and an ambition to contribute to measurable, real-world impact.

    Alignment of values, intent, and impact ambition is essential. When alignment is strong, partnerships are more effective, credible, and enduring.

    Our Ethical Boundaries

    Integrity is non-negotiable.

    Guided by the EIANZ Code of Ethics and our charitable purpose, People For Nature does not engage in sponsorships with organisations whose core activities conflict with our environmental mission.

    This includes activities that:

    • drive fossil fuel extraction or expansion,
    • contribute to deforestation or biodiversity destruction,
    • undermine climate science or environmental protections.

    We reserve the right to decline or conclude partnerships that compromise our independence, credibility, or public trust.

    How We Design Our Partnerships

    Every sponsorship partnership is intentionally designed.

    Our approach is:

    • Impact-led — tied to clear outcomes in education, conservation, and community empowerment,
    • Transparent — with defined scope, expectations, and review points,
    • Collaborative — co-designed where appropriate, without compromising independence,
    • Balanced — recognition and visibility are proportionate and secondary to impact.

    This ensures partnerships remain grounded in substance, not symbolism.

    Accountability and Honest Reporting

    We are committed to clear, honest communication with our partners and broader community.

    Depending on the partnership, this may include:

    • annual impact and insights briefings,
    • program-level reporting,
    • qualitative and quantitative outcomes,
    • lessons learned — including what didn’t work.

    We believe credibility comes from reporting reality, not just success stories.

    Our Commitment

    In every partnership, People For Nature commits to:

    • acting with integrity, independence, and care,
    • stewarding funds responsibly and transparently,
    • prioritising people and nature over growth or branding,
    • maintaining public trust in our work.

    We seek partners who see sponsorship not as visibility, but as shared stewardship — a chance to contribute to a thriving future for people and the planet.

    Our Partners

    This philosophy is not theoretical — it is reflected in the organisations we already work with.

    Our current partners include values-aligned organisations across climate education, biodiversity, business, and community sectors who share our commitment to integrity, evidence-based action, and long-term impact. They engage with us not for visibility alone, but to meaningfully support climate and nature literacy, empower people, and contribute to systemic change.

    We are proud to collaborate with partners who:

    • invest in learning and capability-building,
    • respect scientific evidence and collective intelligence,
    • support citizen-led and place-based action,
    • and are willing to lead with integrity.

    If this philosophy resonates with you, we’d love to explore what meaningful partnership could look like together: info@blog.peoplefornature.org.au

  • Inaugural AlterCOP 30 Australia climate summit mobilises more than 1,400 people across 42 events nationwide

    Inaugural AlterCOP 30 Australia climate summit mobilises more than 1,400 people across 42 events nationwide

    Volunteer-powered, free & inclusive grassroots climate conference showcased local innovations and action

    AlterCOP 30 Australia has concluded after four powerful days of community-led climate action, bringing together more than 1,400 registered participants across 42 events nationwide.

    Running in parallel to the UN COP30 summit in Brazil, AlterCOP 30 Australia offered a platform for inclusive, locally grounded conversations on climate change, biodiversity, sustainable cities, health, and community resilience, fostering hope, connection and tangible pathways to action. 

    Audrey Barucchi, CEO and Co-Founder of Australian charitable social enterprise, People For Nature, commented

    “AlterCOP 30 Australia has shown what’s possible when citizens are empowered to lead. 

    This wasn’t just a climate conference, it was a nationwide movement demonstrating that climate action is happening now, led by everyday people who care deeply about the future of our planet.

    The energy we witnessed in Brisbane and across our satellite events was extraordinary. From packed workshops to meaningful conversations and new collaborations, AlterCOP 30 Australia has strengthened Australia’s grassroots climate ecosystem and proven that people-powered solutions are essential to driving real change.

    We know there were close to 500 Australian delegates at COP30 in Brazil, carryinga considerable logistical and carbon-footprint burden. On the flipside, our citizen-powered events brought together 1,400 people locally with near to no budget and a minimal environmental footprint.

    As a local extension of the Green Zone (without the heavy footprint), we enabled everyday Australians to engage with climate dialogue and innovation without having to travel across the world.“

    In partnership with AlterCOP

    AlterCOP was co-founded in 2024 by The Matcha Initiative and The Transmutation Principle in Singapore, as an accessible alternative to the United Nations COP, making climate action discussions available to communities, professionals, and youth. This year, the summit expanded to 12 new countries, including Australia, highlighting the enthusiasm around the region for inclusive, locally grounded climate dialogue. 

    Anne Langourieux and Thibaut Meurgue-Guyard, co-founders of AlterCOP, commented: “It’s amazing and exciting to see AlterCOP grow. It proves that a global, community-led movement for climate action is not just possible, it’s thriving. We’re committed to our mission of making climate dialogue accessible to regional communities without air travel while raising awareness of the official COP summit. We look forward to growing the movement to be even bigger next year.”

    Audrey Barucchi concluded:

    “People For Nature is proud to have helped activate a community-powered space that builds engagement, showcases real solutions, and connects Australians to the global climate conversation.

    “Australia may have lost the opportunity to host COP31, but this hasn’t diminished our ambition. Instead, we’re planning to grow AlterCOP next year. Our vision is to include more cities, more local communities, and deeper citizen-led climate engagement across Australia. in 2026 and beyond”

    Powered by volunteers, grounded in community, and radiating active hope for Australia’s climate and nature movement, AlterCOP showed what happens when citizens lead with purpose and imagination.

    AlterCOP 30 Australia — By the Numbers

    📍 42 events nationwide
    🌅 10+ Sunrise Actions
    👥 1,400+ participants registered

    A main 4-day gathering in Brisbane, with major satellite events in Sydney and Melbourne, and additional events in Huon Valley (TAS), Bright (VIC), Wollongong, Newcastle, and Narara (NSW)

    🤝 33 on-site volunteers in Brisbane, and 37+ more supporting events across the country.
    💡 A core team of 15 volunteers driving the entire program across Brisbane and the satellite cities.

    🌏 A Giant Climate Fresk reaching at least 200 participants across 8 locations in Australia and New Zealand — supported by 25+ facilitators.

    🎤 85 speakers in Brisbane alone, and well over 100 nationally
    🏛️ 49 organisations backing this movement — 15 partners and an ecosystem of 34 collaborations.

    How We Shaped The Program in 2025

    Our work was structured around five core working groups:


    🌡 Climate 

    🌿 Biodiversity 

    🏙 Sustainable Cities 

    🧠 Health 

    🧒 Youth

    Through strong collaborations with organisations and communities across the country, these working groups didn’t just shape the main Brisbane program — they also enabled satellite events nationwide, all running in parallel with the same overarching agenda.

    Each local hub explored the same themes through its own community lens, grounding the discussions in local realities, challenges, and opportunities. This meant that whether people gathered in Sydney, Melbourne, Huon Valley, Bright, Wollongong, Newcastle, or Narara, they contributed to a unified national conversation while elevating the unique stories and solutions of their region.

    These groups didn’t just curate sessions — they embedded the values that make AlterCOP what it is: collaborative, community-led, and rooted in both science and lived experience.

    Why we loved delivering the first AlterCOP in Australia?

    • Inclusive: ensured First Nations perspectives and Youth voices were present on every panel.
    • Citizen-powered: designed, led, and delivered entirely by volunteers.
    • Events that walk the talk: no flights, no waste, and only vegetarian catering 
    • Free and independent: open to all, without corporate influence or paywalls.
    • A local extension of the Green Zone: including live interviews and videos with delegates who are on the ground at COPs to share insights on the proceedings.
    • Positive and solutions-focused: grounded in science, driven by active hope, and inspired by community action. 

    A big thank you to the people and organisations who believed in AlterCOP from day one — especially our partners who supported us with the simple, practical logistics that make an event like this actually work. Your trust and collaboration truly mattered.

    For all media enquiries, please email Aye Verckens (aye@blog.peoplefornature.org.au). 

  • Why partner with People For Nature?

    Why partner with People For Nature?

    We empower your people to create positive change for nature

    As businesses face the growing urgency of climate and biodiversity challenges, we believe your organisation has the potential to lead the way in creating meaningful change. 

    At People for Nature, we’re not interested in a traditional charity-corporate partnership. Instead, we’re building something different: a strategic relationship aimed at transformative change from within. 

    Together, we can align purpose with impact, embedding nature-positive solutions directly into your business strategy. 

    We transform businesses from within

    Led by certified environmental practitioners, we combine strategic insight with hands-on experience in science, education, and community action.

    Through our tailored training, we empower key people within your organisation to become certified People For Nature Ambassadors — not by doing the work for them, but by equipping them to lead the change from within.

    We make complex science simple and actionable, guiding your team every step of the way. These ambassadors don’t just gain knowledge — they become trusted sustainability champions, bridging our expertise with your workplace culture.

    They’re not just participants; they’re part of our extended family — the heart of a long-term, values-aligned partnership driving meaningful, nature-positive change from the inside out.

    Our approach

    1. Science-Based Education to Spark Action

    Our globally renowned, science-based workshops translate the latest findings from the IPCC and IPBES into accessible, engaging sessions for your teams.

    These workshops spark meaningful dialogue and shift mindsets — building a shared understanding that inspires action across all levels of your organisation.

    2.Empowering Ambassadors for Local Impact

    Through our Ambassador Program, we empower selected individuals within your organisation to lead the way in climate literacy and local biodiversity action.

    These ambassadors become visible champions of your organisation’s environmental commitment, grounded in place and deeply connected to community.

    3.Co-Creating Your Nature-Positive Journey

    We’ll work alongside your team to co-design meaningful, measurable biodiversity initiatives aligned with your organisation’s sustainability strategy.

    Our support includes strategic guidance, action planning, and impact evaluation — ensuring your efforts deliver genuine environmental value.

    In-house expertise and national footprint

    We bring together deep expertise in climate science, biodiversity, sustainability strategy, and community engagement.

    People for Nature is led by two Certified Environmental Practitioners: Audrey Barucchi and Dr Fanny De Busserolles.

    The Certified Environmental Practitioner (CEnvP) Scheme assesses the experience, skills, and ethical conduct of environmental professionals.

    There are many meaningful ways to partner with People for Nature

    Whether through partnerships, in-kind support, or donations, there are many ways businesses support our charitable purpose.Together, we can educate and empower citizens, inspire action for biodiversity, and innovate for a more resilient planet.

  • Building a climate-first workforce  at VSL Australia

    Building a climate-first workforce  at VSL Australia

    Creating sustainability champions internally

    VSL Australia has put sustainability at the centre of its operations,  and has a big focus on educating and empowering its workforce.

    Internally driven by Jonathan Handschuh, one of our Ambassadors, VSL has run countless Climate Fresk workshops, helping its teams understand climate science and how they play a part in creating a better future.  

    The organisation has now moved into the next phase of climate education, running Biodiversity Collage workshops. This is deepening understanding, building further engagement and accelerating climate action.

    Program Objectives

    VSL Australia has set an ambitious climate action plan. To deliver on it, employees need to be engaged and understand the role they can play in achieving its goals. By building climate literacy and fostering awareness of the challenges, people can see how their actions contribute to a more sustainable future.

    Impact & Feedback

    “Rolling out Climate Fresk workshops across the organisation has helped mobilise our teams. When people connect emotionally with climate facts, their actions become more meaningful and impactful.  And the impact extends beyond the workplace: when people connect the dots they drive positive change in their personal lives as well.”

    Andrew Manser, Managing Director, VSL ANZ

    Interested in organising a workshop for your organisation?

    We’ll empower your people to power change for nature. Contact us today to find out more.

    Click below to download the VSL Australia case study.

  • Why People For Nature is proud to be a member of SECNA

    Why People For Nature is proud to be a member of SECNA

    At People For Nature, we’re all about empowering people — individuals and communities alike — to take meaningful action on climate and biodiversity. But what makes us a bit different is how we operate: not just as a registered environmental charity, but also as a social enterprise. This means we blend the heart and purpose of a charity with the creativity and sustainability of a business.

    What’s a Social Enterprise, Anyway?

    Simply put, a social enterprise is a business set up to solve social or environmental problems. Instead of focusing on making profits for shareholders, it reinvests any money earned back into its mission. The Social Enterprise Council of NSW & ACT (SECNA) describes it as a business that trades to create positive change — both for people and the planet.

    Social enterprises sit at this really exciting crossroads of doing good while staying financially sustainable. They’re not just charities relying on donations, and they’re not just businesses chasing profit. They’re something fresh — combining the best of both worlds to make a real difference.

    Why Environmental and Social Work Go Hand in Hand

    We truly believe that environmental issues are human issues. Some might say the environmental crisis is, at its core, a human crisis. When ecosystems suffer, people do too — especially vulnerable communities. Climate change and biodiversity loss affect people’s health, wellbeing, and livelihoods. That’s why at People For Nature, we see environmental care and social justice as inseparable.

    By supporting nature, we’re supporting communities, and by empowering people, we’re protecting nature. It’s all deeply connected.

    People For Nature: A Social Enterprise With a Charitable Heart

    We’re proud to wear two hats:

    • Registered Environmental Charity: We’re officially recognised for our work benefiting the public, which means your donations are tax-deductible. We’re committed to being open, honest, and accountable in everything we do.
    • Social Enterprise: We also run educational workshops, corporate training, and community programs that generate income. This earned revenue helps us grow our impact and stay financially strong — all without losing sight of our environmental mission.

    Why We Joined SECNA

    SECNA is more than just an organisation — it’s a thriving community of changemakers who believe business can be a powerful force for environmental and social good. Being part of SECNA means we’re connected to:

    • Other nature-focused social enterprises like ours, helping each other thrive
    • Advocates pushing for policies that support and grow social and nature enterprises
    • A network of passionate people bridging business, environment, and community sectors

    Being a SECNA member makes us stronger. It helps us blend smart business skills with deep care for nature. Because we know that solving climate and biodiversity challenges means finding new, creative ways that are both impactful and sustainable in the long run.

    More info on SECNA: https://www.secna.org.au/

  • Expanding our impact with Climate Training Co. in New Zealand

    Expanding our impact with Climate Training Co. in New Zealand

    At People For Nature, we believe in the power of collaboration to accelerate climate and biodiversity education. That’s why we’re thrilled to announce our new partnership with Climate Training Co — a purpose-driven organisation empowering climate-literate professionals and organisations across Aotearoa New Zealand.

    This partnership marks an exciting step in our journey: expanding our delivery capacity beyond Australia to support the growing demand for powerful, science-based education tools like the Climate Fresk and Biodiversity Collage.

    With Climate Training Co’s deep expertise in climate strategy, facilitation, and training, and our commitment to accessible, participatory learning experiences, we’re ready to deliver even greater impact — together.

    Whether you’re in Brisbane, Wellington, or anywhere in between, we’re working to ensure individuals, teams, and communities have the tools they need to understand complex environmental challenges and take action that matters.

    🌿 Why it matters

    Our work is grounded in the belief that knowledge leads to empowerment. By joining forces with like-minded organisations, we strengthen our collective ability to reach more people and build the foundations of a nature-positive, climate-resilient future.

    🤝 What’s next?

    More workshops.

    More trained facilitators.

    More communities empowered to step up for nature and climate.

    We can’t wait to bring our shared energy, creativity, and knowledge to new audiences across the sea.

    If you’re based in New Zealand and want to experience one of our workshops, collaborate on a project, or become a facilitator — get in touch: info@blog.peoplefornature.org.au

    The movement is growing, and you’re invited.

  • We’re part of Containers for Change in QLD and WA

    We’re part of Containers for Change in QLD and WA

    We’re excited to share that People For Nature is now a proud member of the Containers for Change scheme across Queensland and Western Australia!

    This means that anyone returning eligible drink containers in these states can choose to donate their 10-cent refund directly to our charity — helping us educate, empower, and reconnect communities with nature.

    🌿 What Is Containers for Change?

    Containers for Change is a state-run container refund program that aims to reduce litter and increase recycling by offering a 10-cent refund for every eligible drink container returned.

    The scheme currently operates in:

    By encouraging individuals to recycle thoughtfully, the program not only reduces waste and conserves resources — it also provides an opportunity to support local charities and community groups.

    💚 Why It Matters

    Australians use over 13 billion drink containers each year. A large portion ends up in landfill or as litter, particularly in waterways and natural environments, where they can take hundreds of years to break down and cause harm to wildlife and ecosystems.

    Programs like Containers for Change help:

    • Reduce waste and pollution
    • Keep litter out of nature
    • Encourage a circular economy
    • Support local charities and community causes

    And the best part? You can choose to support People For Nature with your refund.

    Your donation can help fund:

    • Free climate and biodiversity workshops
    • Community education programs
    • Citizen science and nature-based action projects

    🧃 How You Can Help

    It’s simple:

    1. Collect eligible drink containers – typically aluminium, glass, plastic, steel and liquid paperboard containers between 150ml and 3L.
    2. Return them to a refund point in QLD or WA.
    3. Enter our Scheme ID to donate your refund to People For Nature:
      • QLD Scheme ID: C11593214
      • WA Scheme ID: C11593239

    Each 10-cent refund adds up — and contributes to a healthier planet and a stronger community movement.

    🌏 Good for Nature, Good for You

    Taking part in Containers for Change isn’t just an act of recycling — it’s an act of regeneration.

    By taking responsibility for the waste we create, we reduce our environmental footprint, shift towards sustainable behaviours, and support the kinds of solutions we need to tackle climate change and biodiversity loss.

    Let’s turn waste into action — one container at a time.

    Thank you for standing with us for nature. 🌿

    📚 References & Sources

    1. Australian Packaging Covenant Organisation (APCO), Australian Packaging Consumption and Recycling Data 2021–22, https://apco.org.au
    2. Clean Up Australia, Top 10 Litter Items, https://cleanup.org.au/litter
    3. Containers for Change QLD (COEX), How the Scheme Works, https://www.containersforchange.com.au/qld/
    4. Containers for Change WA (WARRRL), About the Scheme, https://www.containersforchange.com.au/wa/
    5. CDS Vic (VicReturn), How the Scheme Works, https://cdsvic.org.au
    6. CSIRO, Marine Debris Report, https://www.csiro.au/en/about/facilities-collections/collections/marine-debris
    7. WWF Australia, Plastic Pollution in Our Oceans, https://www.wwf.org.au
  • The power of pro bono: our partnership with Green Socials

    The power of pro bono: our partnership with Green Socials

    At People For Nature, we believe in the power of collaboration. Change doesn’t happen in isolation — it happens when people, organisations, and businesses come together with a shared vision. That’s why we’re incredibly grateful for our partnership with Green Socials, a business that not only helps us run our social media but does so entirely pro bono.

    More Than a Transaction

    A partnership between a business and a charity isn’t always about financial support. Sometimes, it’s about something even more valuable — a shared purpose. Green Socials understands the urgency of environmental action and the importance of educating and empowering people to protect our natural world. By offering their time and expertise, they’re helping us reach more people, engage our community, and amplify our impact.

    The Heart of Giving

    Of course, choosing to support a cause in this way comes at a cost. It means Green Socials has less time for paying clients. But it also speaks volumes about who they are and what they stand for as a brand. Their generosity and commitment to People and Nature show that business can be a force for good—not just through profits, but through purpose.

    Keeping Charitable Causes Alive

    For non-profits like ours, partnerships like these are crucial. They help us keep going, keep growing, and keep bringing nature back into people’s lives. We know that together, we can build something bigger than what we could achieve alone.

    So to Green Socials, we say a heartfelt thank you. Your support makes all the difference, and we’re proud to have you by our side as we work towards a better, greener future.

    Want to support us? Follow our journey, share our message, and consider how your business might give back—because together, we can create real change.

  • People For Nature partners with La Fresque de la Biodiversité to advance biodiversity education in Australia

    People For Nature partners with La Fresque de la Biodiversité to advance biodiversity education in Australia

    At People For Nature, we believe that the power to protect and restore our planet lies in the hands of communities, educators, and passionate individuals. As we continue to strengthen our commitment to educating Australians on climate change and biodiversity, we are thrilled to announce an exciting new collaboration with Biodiversity Collage, a global initiative born in France.

    This partnership marks a significant milestone in our mission to bring cutting-edge biodiversity education to the world, uniting people from all corners of the globe in the fight to preserve our natural heritage.

    Bridging the Gap Between Australia and France

    At People For Nature, our mission is to empower individuals and businesses to take meaningful action in defence of biodiversity. Guided by our theory of change—that education drives awareness, awareness inspires care, and care leads to action—we have worked tirelessly to create accessible, engaging, and impactful educational resources that spark lasting change for our planet.

    Find out more about our Programs, click here.

    By partnering with Biodiversity Collage, we are not only expanding our reach but also strengthening our ability to provide meaningful, hands-on learning experiences for people of all ages and backgrounds.

    The connection between People For Nature and Biodiversity Collage runs deep. As an educational tool, Biodiversity Collage uses collective intelligence to break down complex scientific concepts and make them easily understandable for all. Originating in France, this innovative approach to biodiversity education has quickly gained global recognition, and we are thrilled to introduce this powerful tool to Australians.

    The Power of Biodiversity Collage

    Biodiversity Collage is more than just a workshop; it’s an immersive experience that transforms participants’ understanding of the world’s biodiversity and the interconnectedness of life on Earth.

    Through the Collage experience, participants engage in a creative and interactive session where they piece together the complex puzzle of biodiversity—learning about ecosystems, species, and their relationships to one another. It encourages a deep understanding of the environmental issues we face and inspires people to take action at the individual, professional, and community levels.

    Biodiversity: Everywhere, for Everyone, by Everyone.

    The success of Biodiversity Collage worldwide speaks volumes about its potential to inspire real change. By providing participants with the tools to understand biodiversity and the urgent need to protect it, the program fosters a sense of agency and responsibility that drives positive action.

    A Global Partnership for Local Impact

    By joining forces with Biodiversity Collage, People For Nature can now offer Australians access to this highly effective educational tool. Our shared goal is to bring the lessons of Biodiversity Collage to local communities across the country, empowering Australians with the knowledge they need to protect the unique ecosystems that sustain life in this beautiful country.

    The collaboration between our two organisations is not only about sharing resources but also about learning from each other.

    With Biodiversity Collage’s experience in engaging audiences globally, and People For Nature’s deep connection to local conservation issues in Australia, we are poised to create a synergy that will benefit communities on both sides of the world.

    This partnership also opens up exciting possibilities for future projects, combining the strengths of both initiatives to expand the reach of biodiversity education and increase global participation in conservation efforts.

    Why This Collaboration Matters

    Australia is one of the most biodiverse countries on the planet, home to thousands of species found nowhere else in the world. From the Great Barrier Reef to the unique rainforests of Tasmania, the natural treasures of Australia are a fundamental part of the country’s identity. However, they are increasingly under threat from climate change, habitat loss, invasive species, and human activities. The urgency to address these challenges has never been greater.

    At People For Nature, we are deeply committed to educating Australians about the value of biodiversity and the steps we must take to protect it. By collaborating with Biodiversity Collage, we now have the opportunity to bring cutting-edge educational tools to our communities, helping to ensure that the next generation of Australians understands the importance of preserving the environment and the role they can play in its protection.

    Together, we can transform the way people perceive biodiversity and inspire a global movement that places conservation at the forefront of public discourse.

    Our Vision

    A society where everyone can make a tangible contribution, and biodiversity is central to every decision.

    A Shared Vision for the Future

    This partnership is not just about education; it’s about creating lasting change. As the sixth mass extinction accelerates, the need for urgent action has never been more pressing. To address this crisis, we need to engage and mobilise people from all walks of life. From young students to business leaders, from rural communities to urban dwellers, everyone has a role to play in ensuring the survival of our planet’s biodiversity.

    Through the power of education, collaboration, and community engagement, People For Nature and Biodiversity Collage aim to inspire a generation of global citizens who are equipped with the knowledge, skills, and passion to protect the natural world. Whether through hands-on workshops, immersive learning experiences, or community-led conservation initiatives, we are committed to empowering people to take meaningful action in the fight to save biodiversity.

    We invite you to join us in this exciting journey—whether by participating in a Biodiversity Collage workshop, sharing your knowledge with others, or taking part in a citizen conservation project. Together, we can make a difference, and together, we can help ensure that the beauty and diversity of our planet is protected for future generations.

    Let’s connect the world to nature—one Collage at a time.

  • People for nature becomes an environmental partner of 1% for the planet

    People for nature becomes an environmental partner of 1% for the planet

    We are excited to announce that People For Nature is now an official environmental partner of 1% for the Planet, a global movement inspiring businesses and individuals to support environmental solutions through everyday actions. This partnership represents a significant step forward in our mission to reconnect people with nature and empower them to create a sustainable future.

    👉 https://directories.onepercentfortheplanet.org/profile/people-for-nature

    What is 1% for the Planet?

    1% for the Planet was founded in 2002 by Yvon Chouinard, Patagonia’s founder, and Craig Mathews, founder of Blue Ribbon Flies, to combat greenwashing and hold companies accountable for their environmental impact.

    Their mission is simple: businesses profit from Earth’s resources, so they should contribute to protecting them.

    Over 20+ years, 1% for the Planet has grown to 6,500 partners in 111 countries, generating $583 million in certified donations.

    “This is not philanthropy. This should be a cost of doing business. It’s paying rent for our use of the planet.”

    Yvon Chouinard | 1% for the Planet Co-founder

    What This Partnership Means for Us

    As a 1% for the Planet partner, People For Nature can receive vital support from businesses committed to our planet’s health. These contributions fund our climate and biodiversity education efforts, helping us expand workshops, community outreach, and citizen-led initiatives.

    How Your Support Makes a Difference

    Every contribution through 1% for the Planet helps us:

    • Inspire Action: Through storytelling, collaboration, and advocacy, we strengthen the connection between people and nature.
    • Educate and Empower: We expand our climate and biodiversity literacy workshops to equip Australians with the knowledge to make sustainable choices.
    • Protect and Restore: Our projects focus on preserving local ecosystems, promoting conservation, and supporting community-led initiatives.

    Joining 1% for the Planet aligns with a belief that nature stewardship is a shared commitment.

    1% for the Planet helps businesses by enhancing their impact and credibility through purposeful giving. By committing 1% of annual sales to environmental causes, businesses can:

    1. Strengthen Brand Reputation: Aligning with a trusted global network boosts credibility and shows a genuine commitment to sustainability.
    2. Engage Customers: Purpose-driven businesses attract and retain customers who value environmental responsibility.
    3. Build Partnerships: Access to a network of vetted non-profits and like-minded businesses fosters meaningful collaborations.
    4. Simplify Giving: The platform verifies donations and ensures contributions support high-impact projects.
    5. Inspire Employees: Purposeful missions increase employee pride and motivation.

    If your business wants to make a real impact, consider joining 1% for the Planet and supporting partners like People For Nature. Together, we can amplify efforts to protect and restore nature. Let’s turn 1% into 100% impact!

    Learn more about our profile and how to become a 1% for the Planet member.