Big Splash MeetingSustainable WA is working on a proposal to conduct WA’s Biggest conversation about sustainability. This will be an experience that blows people off their feet, that will see over 100 people involved at some point, that honours and uses “Open Space Technology” principles and pulls people towards the future.
The idea is “The Big Splash… for sustainability” and will be an event happening later in the year. However, they are holding a smaller Open Space conversation on 4 August, asking anyone who wants to help organise, or contribute ideas, to come along and get the creative juices flowing.
When 5:15 - 7:15pm, Tuesday 4 August
Where Workspace Unlimited, 139 Claremont Cres, Swanbourne - Opp. Swanbourne Station.
Tea and coffee is provided, and the bringing of finger food or nibblies is appreciated, but not an entry requirement.
RSVPs are also greatly appreciated, so please give thought to attending and letting us know you'll be there:
RSVP to
Robyn Williams.
Also, if you are interested, but are unable to attend on Tuesday, please contact any of the Splash team members below, to indicate your intentions, availability, skills, interests, networks, resources etc. If you can't attend, we'd love to hear from you!
Paul Beavon 0418 927 541
Robyn Williams 0424 587 262
Annora Longhurst 0421 882 713
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