This workshop will be taking place online. Participants will receive Zoom login details

As part of CERES Environmental Education Course, you can enrol in 1 day workshops (professional learning days) that focus on sustainability topics. Through a mix of theory, demonstrations and design activities you will explore water use, conservation, quality, global equity and sensitive urban design. Learn how CERES teaches about water, explore other water programs, resources and have the opportunity to design your own environmental education activity.

Topics covered on the day:

Water Use in the home
Protecting our Catchments
Water Sensitive Urban Design
Water trail at CERES
Water quality Testing at the Merri Creek
Australia, Climate and Drought
Global Equity Future Water Solutions

Trainers -

Darren Tinker Excursions Biodiversity Programs Coordinator

Darren has a passion for plants and the way people interact with the natural environment. Coming from a horticulture and geography background, he discovered his passion for education and engaging people through environmental education while working as an educator at La Trobe Wildlife Sanctuary and also in his time as an Environmental Programs Assistant at a private college. Darren enjoys volunteering with humanitarian and environmental organisations, participates in community projects and has a keen interest in Permaculture. Outside of CERES he also works as a gardener with the Diggers Club.

What you will learn

Water conversation and quality
Urban impacts and design
Climate and drought

What you will get

Access to online resources and water activities
Inspiration to teach others
Confidence in how to create your own activities

What to bring

Pen and paper
A desire to participate in activities and contribute to discussions!

What to wear

Dress for the weather, sturdy shoes for exploring the outdoors

Appropriate for

Beginners to Advanced levels in education and environmental studies will gain from the class