By connecting with communities on the frontlines of the first climate impacts in Victoria and helping them get organised, we’re demonstrating that the climate crisis is already here and now.
Working side-by-side with communities, we are making a powerful case for all levels of government to deliver deep emissions cuts, create good jobs, and protect communities from intensifying impacts.
Having a strong network of financial members means we are self sustaining, independent, and never accept money from political parties, big banks, or extractive industries.
December 20, 2024
Extreme heat kills more people in Australia than all other environmental disasters combined. And they are getting hotter and more regular. How can you keep yourself and those most at risk in your community safe? The coming summer is expected to be extremely hot, power outages...
Read MoreDecember 11, 2024
The Victorian Government’s investment in climate adaptation needs to be larger and ongoing to enable the immediate and extensive adaptations to prepare for now unavoidable climate impacts. Victoria is at the forefront of emissions reduction, but it is falling behind on climate adaptation, despite...
Read MoreDecember 05, 2024
What a year it's been campaigning on climate adaptation! AoC has been: facilitating grassroots discussions on climate adaptation in communities, engaging Vic Gov to secure more funding for locally-led solutions, and collecting and sharing examples of what preparing for climate impacts can look like to inspire Vic communities...
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