Purpose
To advance environmental sustainability and amplify social cohesion.
Apace WA is a community organisation focused on a greener planet and connected world. Incorporated in 1985, we began as a small group of local residents and researchers concerned about local engagement, the environment, and appropriate technology. Four decades later, we have become a renowned and respected not-for-profit organisation.
We are:
- Specialised in native plant propagation & seed management of the Swan
Coastal Plain and Darling Scarp. - Delivering environmental services to accelerate revegetation, protect and restore biodiversity and preserve
native plants. - Strengthening advocacy and action for the protection of planet, plants and people.
- Generating environmental education and training programs and cultural exchange events.
- Providing workplace opportunities for people with differing backgrounds, life experiences or abilities so people feel connected, respected and valued.
- Promoting social cohesion as the collective bond and unity between individuals and communities to catalyse trust and a sense of belonging.
- Providing community gardening opportunities for local residents.
Our Strategic Approaches
The 2024-2030 Strategic Plan positions a new approach for our organisation.
It is exemplified by innovation, diversification, and growth.
We will:
- Walk side-by-side with our Aboriginal friends and colleagues.
- Promote our history, knowledge, experience and facilities.
- Champion diversity and inclusion.
- Celebrate volunteerism.
- Maximise partnerships.
- Embrace innovation.
- Expand our scope and connections.
- Diversify income.
- Re-imagine our land use.
- Take a technological leap forward.
- Energise our identity and profile.
- Role model community inspiration.
