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Basic Orientation and Volunteer Leadership

A free Academy foundation for people new to sustainable cities and those preparing to serve in the NNGCI Volunteer Corps.

What learners cover

The programme connects sustainability literacy with responsible service. It covers the skills volunteers and emerging leaders need to identify a local challenge, work with a team and document their contribution.

  • Sustainability and ethics

    Learn how urban systems connect and what accountable community service requires.

  • Projects and innovation

    Define a practical problem, consider workable responses and organise delivery with others.

  • Research, impact and chapters

    Learn how to record evidence, reflect on outcomes and contribute to a chapter responsibly.