Fellowship Applications Closed - Syd/Melb

Applications for the 2010 Fellowship programs in Sydney and Melbourne are now closed.

Applications will reopen in January 2011. In the interim, please check the website for updates on the program.

Run Melbourne

The Centre for Sustainability Leadership needs your help…

runmelbourne_logo.jpgEach year the Centre for Sustainability Leadership offers unparalleled opportunities to Melbourne’s top emerging sustainability leaders through the Fellowship Program. These leaders are chosen on merit and only contribute a token amount to take part in the program. The Centre for Sustainability Leadership relies on donations and fundraising events to continue to do our work.

We would like to invite you all to help in a fundraiser for the Centre of Sustainability Leadership by taking part in Run Melbourne run/walk on the 22nd of June 2008 and raising money for CSL.

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Free Training In Sustainability Leadership (for students aged 14-17 years; Saturday 7th June)

Proudly sponsored by MECU

Free training for high school students aged 14-17 years in being an environmental leader. A one day workshop on the 7th of June to celebrate World Environment Day.

Today everyone is talking about sustainability. In schools, boardrooms, cabinet rooms and even in the Vatican. The problem is turning talk into reality. We still have a long way to go.

Australia needs a new generation of leaders to make this happen, and it starts with you, in high school. We want to set you on the road to becoming a climate change and sustainability champion.

You will work with the… Read more

Become a CSL Intern - Local and International

The CSL International Internship Program offers young people from all over the world the opportunity to gain valuable work experience, improve their skills and learn about sustainability leadership. Our interns offer a valuable contribution to both the operation of our organisation and our programs. Interns are supported by a mentor throughout, while at the same time gaining access to an ever growing global network of like-minded people.

CSL works to empower young people to make a difference, and an internship offers a unique opportunity to be integrally involved in our vision for the future. Through joining our growing network of… Read more

PRESENTATION SKILLS

Learn how to present to staff, peers, managers and external clients with confidence.

1 session Thu Dec 06 9.00am-5.00pm | CAE Building B – 253 Flinders Ln, Melbourne| Contact: CAE Melbourne (03) 9652 0611

Fee: $299.00

More information at CAE website

GETTING STARTED

This FREE seminar provides a clear understanding of the commercialisation process. It covers your options, research tools, grants, tips for success and what to do next to get your idea up and running. Bookings essential.

1-2PM, Wednesday December 05, 2007| Level 1, 257 Collins Street Melbourne 3000| Contact: Lee Yates of INNOVIC (03) 96504733
Fee: FREE

More information at host website

SUCCESSFUL PUBLIC FORUMS

Many planners have experienced a disastrous public meeting and sworn never to do another! But there are many effective ways of having meaningful, face-to-face contact with communities in planning processes. This course explores the purpose and practicalities of methods such as information displays and values and visioning workshops, and even ways to get the most out of a public meeting.

Hands-on experience of a simple workshop method is provided together with case study examples of forums used to support community involvement in structure planning and major developments.

8.45AM-1PM, Tuesday November 13, 2007| Level 16, 570 Bourke Street, Melbourne 3000| Contact: PLANET… Read more

GETTING STARTED

This FREE seminar provides a clear understanding of the commercialisation process. It covers your options, research tools, grants, tips for success and what to do next to get your idea up and running. Bookings essential.

1-2PM, Wednesday November 14, 2007| Level 1, 257 Collins Street Melbourne 3000| Contact: Lee Yates of INNOVIC (03) 96504733
Fee: FREE

More information at host website

BUSINESS PLANNING WORKSHOP

Understand why a business plan is important, what to include and how to write it. Simple tips and strategies for writing your business plan.

6-8 PM, Wednesday October 17, 2007| Level 1, 257 Collins Street Melbourne 3000| Contact: Lee Yates of INNOVIC (03) 96504733
Fee: $44.00

More information at host website

ADVOCACY KNOW-HOW: A PRACTICAL TOOLKIT FOR COMMUNITY ACTIVISTS >> Media Know-how

Media Know How – learn how to: plan an effective media campaign write a media release that grabs attention give an interview that gets your message across.

1 session Sat Oct 20 9.30am- 4.30pm| RMIT City Campus, Swanston Street, Melbourne| Contact: RMIT Community Advocacy Unit (03) 9925 2910
Fee: $25/$55

More information at host website

ADVOCACY KNOW-HOW: A PRACTICAL TOOLKIT FOR COMMUNITY ACTIVISTS >> Lobbying Know-how

Lobbying Know How – learn how to: have an impact on the policy making process develop a targeted lobbying strategy conduct an interview with a MP.

1 session Sat Oct 13 9.30am- 4.30pm| RMIT City Campus, Swanston Street, Melbourne| Contact: RMIT Community Advocacy Unit (03) 9925 2910
Fee: $25/$55

More information at host website

GETTING STARTED

This FREE seminar provides a clear understanding of the commercialisation process. It covers your options, research tools, grants, tips for success and what to do next to get your idea up and running. Bookings essential.

1-2PM, Wednesday October 03, 2007| Level 1, 257 Collins Street Melbourne 3000| Contact: Lee Yates of INNOVIC (03) 96504733
Fee: FREE

More information at host website

INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS ENGLISH SPEAKING

Learn what makes a presentation effective and develop your skills to deliver a high impact presentation. Improve your confidence in speaking at work and in participation in meetings. Increase your knowledge of idioms used in Australia. Revise and improve your grammar, pronunciation, stress and intonation.

8 sessions from Mon Oct 15 5.30pm-8.30pm until Dec 3 | CAE Building B – 253 Flinders Ln, Melbourne| Contact: CAE Melbourne (03) 9652 0611
Fee: $375.00

More information at CAE website

BEGIN PUBLIC SPEAKING

Speak in public with confidence and poise. Overcome nerves and wow them in their seats.

6 sessions from Tue Oct 16 6.00pm-9.00pm until Nov 27 | CAE Building B – 253 Flinders Ln, Melbourne| Contact: CAE Melbourne (03) 9652 0611
Fee: $499.00

More information at CAE website

BUSINESS ENGLISH - SPEAKING FOR PROFESSIONALS

Improve your pronunciation, stress, intonation and rhythm. Develop the confidence to make effective presentations at work. Revise your grammar while learning about business topics such as sales and leadership. Increase your knowledge of colloquial English and idioms used in business in Australia.

8 sessions from Thu Oct 11 5.30pm-8.30pm until Nov 29 | CAE Building B – 253 Flinders Ln, Melbourne| Contact: CAE Melbourne (03) 9652 0611
Fee: $375.00

More information at CAE website

ADVOCACY KNOW-HOW: A PRACTICAL TOOLKIT FOR COMMUNITY ACTIVISTS >> Communication Know-how

Communication Know How – learn how to: speak confidently and effectively in public manage high-pressure interactions with decision-makers create presentations that educate, inspire and persuade.

1 session Sat Oct 6 9.30am- 4.30pm| RMIT City Campus, Swanston Street, Melbourne| Contact: RMIT Community Advocacy Unit (03) 9925 2910
Fee: $25/$55

More information at host website

Presentation Skills

Learn how to present to staff, peers, managers and external clients with confidence.

1 session Fri Oct 12 9.00am-5.00pm | CAE Building B – 253 Flinders Ln, Melbourne| Contact: CAE Melbourne (03) 9652 0611
Fee: $299.00

more information at CAE website