Ahead of National Volunteers Week on May 20th, Inside Travel Group B Corp (ITG) has teamed up with Conservation Volunteers Australia (CVA) to help preserve and protect the Melaleuca wetlands on Coochiemudlo Island – wetlands of international significance.
In line with ITG’s mission to lead the travel industry towards a more sustainable future, the Australia branch recently deployed 27 volunteers to support CVA’s vital conservation efforts, as part of their ongoing commitment to nature positive projects both at home and abroad.
Coordinated by ITG Managing Director – Australia, Tim Oakes, all volunteers managed to single-handedly remove an impressive 46 bags of weeds which posed great threat to local biodiversity.
“It was wonderful to once again partner with CVA to support their important conservation efforts to protect and restore the Melaleuca wetlands on Coochiemudlo Island,” Tim said.
“The team at CVA were incredibly accommodating and it was a fantastic opportunity for our team to tangibly put our company mission into action by supporting this worthwhile initiative.
“As a B corp, our core belief is that we can propel travel as a force for good in the world, and we play a role in furthering that ethos not only abroad, but on home soil as well.”
CVA Representative Audrey Barucchi said that it was fantastic to see the ITG staff devote their time to making a difference in the region.
“Weeding is a significant part of our conservation work, and despite being hard work, doing it together makes it so much more fun and meaningful,” said Audrey.
“By preserving habitats and promoting the responsible use of resources, our conservation efforts help to safeguard the ecosystems and local biodiversity.
“But we can’t do it alone, and we are calling for more local businesses and volunteers to join us on our mission to protect these invaluable wetlands.”
ITG’s InsideJapan and InsideAsia Destination Specialist Jarrod Sinclair said it was fantastic to play a small part in benefiting the local region by getting out of the office and into the wetlands.
“It’s great to work for a company that provides multiple opportunities throughout the year to volunteer for meaningful projects that have a focus on giving back,” Jarrod said.
“This initiative was a great way to unite the team and put our company values in action.”
ITG support various sustainability projects around the world, from tree planting on the Kinabatangan River in Malaysia, various conservation initiatives in Japan and carbon offsetting for all trips.
Click here for more information on CVA’s initiative and visit InsideJapan or InsideAsia for more information on the types of travel options available.
