SCHOOLS PROGRAM
Join the Good Hood
We're here to help students develop their environmental advocacy and use their skills for good.
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Jo Taranto is an energetic and passionate communicator who is never afraid to jump in a bin to make a point.
As an expert contributor on topics including waste, sustainability and climate change, Jo is the host of the new Channel 10 tv show, Planet Shapers and speaks regularly at conferences and events. Jo holds qualifications in health science and environment and has over 20 years of on-the-ground behaviour change experience.
Jo has worked with students and schools all over Australia and can help design a talk or program that fits your budget and vision.
THE GOOD ECONOMY:
CAREERS OF THE FUTURE
One Hour
We look at why the global challenges we face present a unique opportunity to create meaningful change.
Discover emerging industries. Learn why 'green skills' are in demand and why any career can be a 'climate career'. Hear what special part YOU can play in being a force for a cleaner and fairer world.
GIVING BACK:
LEADING A CHANGE FOR GOOD
One Hour
We explore why future leaders will be collaborative, empathetic and able to acknowledge the complex role that privilege plays in addressing global challenges.
Learn why reducing inequality and empowering others are key to achieving sustainable development goals and solving the climate crisis.
READY TO RISE UP:
A FEMALE LED FUTURE
One Hour
We discuss why more women in decision-making roles can be key to better outcomes across all environmental and social issues.
Hear about the life of a female founder, what barriers exist when it comes to being an entrepreneur and why women are taking the lead in driving social impact around the world.
FREE CLASSROOM CHAT
Not sure if we are the right fit for your school? Why not invite us for a FREE 20-minute classroom chat via zoom?
ANYONE CAN DO GOOD
IN THEIR HOOD
One Hour
We unpack 5 simple ways that you can create positive change for people, place and planet today.
Learn what 'good' really means when it comes to social change and how change really happens. Understand where we have the most influence and power and what responsibilities this carries, as citizens.
HALF DAY AND FULL DAY
GOOD DESIGN SPRINT
We have a few hours to solve the big issues in our 'hood! But how will we do it? This is the perfect idea incubating workshop for your big thinkers.
Learn to draw out the actionable insights and create problem statements that can really be solved. Create big ideas and unpack them into achievable student-led projects.
Know an up-and-coming sustainability superstar?
We also offer mentoring sessions for students with particular environmental interests.
SEE SOMETHING THAT LOOKS GOOD?
All our workshops work well as stand alone sessions or we can create a package tailored to your needs.
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Good For the Hood operates on the traditional lands of the Wallumadegal across the Eora and Darug Nations, where connection to community has been carefully nurtured for thousands of years.
We acknowledge and pay our respects to Elders past and present.
Our mission is to empower Australian individuals and organisations to create positive environmental and social change in line with the UN Sustainable Development Goals. We do this by providing resources, networks and tools for advocates which support their efforts toward a more sustainable and regenerative future.