We unite the environmental volunteer groups of Victoria.
By becoming a registered member, you will connect with environmental volunteers across our magnificent state. We expand your reach and amplify your impact, unlocking a world of possibilities for your volunteers and the flora and fauna we collectively work to protect.
Environmental volunteer groups are as varied as the landscapes they work in, from urban environments to coastlines, riverbanks, and bushland settings. Friends Groups may work with a variety of management authorities such as DEECA, Local Councils, Parks Victoria, Water Authorities, or represent other groups caring for nature such as Field Naturalists or Gardens for Wildlife Victoria. (Read more below!)
By joining the Victorian Environment Friends Network (VEFN), you become part of a collective force of environmental advocates and dedicated volunteers who make positive changes to Victoria’s beautiful landscapes, creating positive change throughout local communities. We offer more than a community, our organization can help to promote visibility, resource management and funding opportunities for those engaged in volunteering at any level.
Membership is only $20 a year! This helps supports the organisation.
(pro-rata to 30 June, yearly renewal from July 1st”)
Or you can choose to take advantage of a our one year free membership.
Our community members have diverse knowledge, with each local environmental group making an impact at their area. VEFN acts as a hub and a meeting point, this allows sharing, growth, and support with various levels. You can expect:
Strengthened presence and advocacy within State, Regional and Federal governments with access to relevant authorities on behalf of local environmental needs.
The opportunity to collaborate with regional networks that encourage knowledge and support, with pathways for community leaders to provide direct advice, opportunities to meet like minded members and community, building meaningful connection to people with the environment.
Gain access to various online and workshop style learning events across numerous technical and professional operation skills. We aim to keep everyone updated with the most current guidelines and requirements across many different fields of work.
Fully integrated digital platform of operational resources, including guides for governance, volunteer training, best practices in community engagement and funding pathways for your projects, and links to relevant policies or agencies.
Provide you visibility throughout community and digital resources with recognition for work undertaken by all local member groups, including pathways to win local environment awards through annual Friends Network awards events.
One of the benefits of joining the VEFN is that your group gets its own public “Group Page” on VEFN’s website. More info here
Members have a Login account so they can update their Group Page details or pay membership fees online. You login via the “My Account” button at the top of the page.