Womindjeka / Welcome
Empowering the Next Generation of urban citizens with eco-literacy, leadership & wellbeing skills.
Regeneration Projects is a small, independent business (B Corp) that brings a fresh approach to environmental education. We mix digital technology and outdoor experiences so that ecological knowledge can be shared across generations for a better, more resilient future. Whether you’re a school teacher, local council officer or work in corporate, we’ve got programs to suit your needs.
Programs
OUR RIVER
Let’s transform the Lower Yarra River (Birrarung), Melbourne
A community program, coordinated by Regeneration Projects, designed to empower the next generation of urban waterway swimmers and stewards.
DIY Tools
1. City of Yarra Community Award 2024
OUR REGION
Let’s transform Australian youth eco-anxiety into action
An EdTech program, coordinated by Regeneration Projects, designed to empower young Aussies to tackle global issues by taking action in their own backyard.
DIY Tools
1. Two Bays App
2. #EcoAnxiety2Action Handbook
4. WEF Eco-Leadership article 2024
OUR PLANET
Let’s transform urban waterways around the world
An international alliance, convened by Regeneration Projects, designed to empower actors, activists and decision-makers in the urban swimming movement.
DIY Tools
1. Monocle Interview, Jan 12 2024
LISTEN
Two Bays Podcast
Series 3 – #EcoAnxiety2Action
Partners: UN Youth Australia & RMIT
Series 2 – #SwimmableCities
Partners: Yarra Riverkeeper Association & RMIT
Series 1 – #ClimateAction
Partners: Mornington Peninsula Shire & Young Folks
LATEST NEWS
Global action starts in our own Backyard
Regeneration Projects receives City of Yarra Community Award for Contributions to Sustainability
In late 2024, we were recognised for our efforts towards a swimmable Lower Yarra River (Birrarung) by 2030. A big ngungodjin / thank you to everyone who works with us and makes this contribution possible! More info – HERE.
Two Bays App set to empower next generation of global citizens
A collaboration with the University of Melbourne and supported by the Wade Institute of Entrepreneurship is our new EdTech app is designed to empower young people with ecological literacy, leadership and entrepreneurship skills. More info twobays.earth.
Swimmable Cities Europe Tour 2024 wraps up in Paris, preparation for 2025 Summit
Sydney > Berlin > Helsinki > Amsterdam > Rotterdam > Paris – After presenting at the Global Nature Positive Summit in Sydney in early October, Matt journeyed to Europe to meet key stakeholders within the Swimmable Cities movement. Highlights – HERE.
COP16 Satellite event: Putting Melbourne on the global Biodiversity map
To mark the COP16 UN Biodiversity Convention (taking place in Columbia, Oct 21 – Nov 1), Regeneration Projects teamed up with the Biodiversity Council and Melbourne Centre for Cities to hold a special gathering for local Nature professionals. Highlights – HERE.
Regeneration Projects @ Global Nature Positive Summit 2024
Left – ‘Essential Nature Positive tools’ – Matt presenting on behalf of the Swimmable Cities alliance
Above – Matt sharing the #EcoAnxiety2Action Handbook with Zuhair Ahmed Kowshik and Tishiko King.