Events

• Wednesday, July 09, 2025 at 10:00 AM · $15.00 AUD

  Melbourne Zoo in Parkville, Australia

  Melbourne Youth Climate Leaders Training (15-18 years)

  Are you a young person passionate about the planet and ready to take action on climate change? The Youth Climate Leaders training brought to you by Climate for Change in partnership with Zoos Victoria will leave you feeling inspired and equipped with hands on experience and practice to make a difference and use your voice for good.

  Over a day, you'll rotate through two dynamic workshops:

  🌏 Climate for Change Workshop – This session will help you learn skills to talk about climate change in a way that is inspiring, and motivates people to take action. You will learn how to respond to key questions about climate change, and also about how to engage with politicians to ask for change!

  🦘 Zoo-Led Climate & Conservation Workshop – Explore the Zoo grounds while discovering how climate change is impacting wildlife and biodiversity, and how to tell these amazing stories. Connect with like-minded peers and be inspired by the natural world and the role we all play in protecting it.

  This is a unique opportunity to build your confidence, expand your climate knowledge, and become part of a growing network of young climate leaders.

  Important information:

  • This is an outdoor all-weather program; the participant will need appropriate clothing for weather conditions. This could include a raincoat, hat and sun protection.

  • Parents/guardians are not required to attend. This is a drop-off event.

  • There are some activities within Zoo grounds where participants will not be under the direct supervision of a staff member.

  • Participants must remain within the Zoo grounds throughout the event.

  • Participants are responsible for providing and carrying with them any personal medication.

  • First aid will be provided by a qualified Zoos Victoria First Aid Officer.

  The $15 ticket fee includes your zoo entry and lunch. If cost is an inhibiting factor, please email [email protected]

  This event is supported by the City of Melbourne Youth Climate Action Grant.

  Note: This session is for young people aged 15-18. There is a session for young people aged 18-25 on July 8th which you can sign up for here.

• Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 07:00 PM

  Zoom or Melbourne (hybrid event) in Melbourne, Australia

  Ongoing Facilitator Training - July 2025

  To our amazing supporters and volunteers, let’s come together!

  When: Thursday 10 July
  Time: 7:00-8:00pm
  Where: Online (via Zoom) or in person in Melbourne Inner North (TBC location)

  Our Ongoing Facilitator Trainings are a way for our Conversation Facilitators to connect, improve their skills, and stay up to date with Climate for Change. 

  We also welcome any community members who are interested in knowing more about Climate for Change and the Conversations program! 

  Here's what's on the agenda:

  • Social catch up: A warm welcome
  • Ongoing Facilitator Training: Training topic area TBC!
  • Conversation check in: Chat about your conversations from the past month, and what's coming up 

  We're excited to welcome new volunteers and reconnect with familiar faces

  RSVP now and add the Zoom link to your calendar. Look forward to seeing you all there!

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• Saturday, July 19, 2025 at 03:00 PM · $10.00 AUD

  Zoom

  Effective Climate Conversations training

  In this 2-hour interactive workshop, you’ll build the confidence and skills to talk about climate change in ways that truly connect with people in your life.

  Through a series of engaging activities, real-life examples, and guided practice in small breakout groups, you’ll learn how to:

  • Navigate tricky topics and respond to common climate questions and reactions - from skepticism and apathy, to doomism and denial.

  • Share your own authentic climate story in a way that motivates and inspires others.

  • Break through the “climate silence” by turning everyday conversations into powerful opportunities for change.

  This is a supportive, energising space for you to feel more confident in your own conversation skills, connect with others, and walk away feeling empowered to make an impact - starting with the people around you.

  Whether you’re new to climate conversations or looking to sharpen your skills, this workshop will meet you where you're at and help you take the next step.

  Your $10 tickets help us keep going and ensure our resources are up to date. But if cost is a barrier, please get in touch via email: [email protected]

• Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at 07:30 PM

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  MPEG event - 22 July

  RSVP for our Zoom MP Engagement Group (MPEG) event - Tuesday 22nd July 7.30-9pm (AEST)

  Join us on Tuesday 22nd July, at 7:30 PM (AEST, click here for your local time) for an engaging online session with Climate for Change's MP Engagement Team. 

  Writing to your elected representative is one of the most effective things you can do to make your voice heard, and to put pressure on governments to take action on climate change. This session will support you to do just that!

  Make sure you RSVP below for the Zoom link!

  We'll support you to put effective pressure on our Federal and State MPs by writing emails and planning calls and visits to them. If you're new to this activity there'll be plenty of help and all the resources you need to take effective action. Whether you're a newbie, or have joined us before, everyone is welcome!

  You'll need your laptop or tablet. We'll have templates, materials, and ideas to make it easy to write emails to MPs that make a difference.

  We'll send you the Zoom link when you RSVP below.

  Newcomers welcome! What are you waiting for? :) Don’t miss this opportunity to learn, engage, and make a difference. Together, we can work towards a more transparent and fair democracy that prioritises the health of people and our planet.

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