‘Environments for All’ Volunteering, asylum and environment seminar

Expanding the boundaries of Conservation Volunteering ( )

‘Environments for All’ A programme to deliver long term cultural change

Making good progress (May October 2003) 38,000 people involved (50% unemployed, 13% with a disability) 1,176 Community Groups 183,000 people indirectly benefited from the initiative Source: Environments for All Annual Review

Our audience… The vast majority from disadvantaged urban areas. Source: Environments for All Annual Review

Research Findings Level of interest high (65%) BME interest is real (45% Black British, 20% Asian) But involvement is low (34%) Source: Alpha Research 2004

How do we change this? Local Presence Provide Information Planning & Consultation Flexibility & Innovation Commitment & Continuity Real Partnership Enjoyable

Taking the next step… We have proven there is interest We have established best practice We are investing in staff and volunteers

Vital Elements Leadership Measurement Example & Empowerment Staff Development Partnership - Support Org’s & Communities Local Solutions Dissemination & Celebration Attracting Resources Scale for Sustainability

‘We see a better environment where people feel valued, included and involved.’