Students of Sustainability 2008

Students Of Sustainability 2008
July 5th-9th: Newcastle, New South Wales

Students of Sustainability (SoS) is a five day camping conference for anyone interested in creating a more ecologically and socially sustainable world.

SoS '08 will be held at the University of Newcastle, from the 5th - 9th July, on the lands of the Pambalong, Awabakal and Woroni peoples. 

At SoS, students and environmental activists are given the opportunity to learn from the stories and struggles of Traditional Owners from many nations around Australia. As campaigners for social and environmental justice, it is important for us to recognise the past and ongoing custodianship of this land, and to stand in solidarity with Traditional Owners who continue to fight for clean country and strong culture. Forums such as SoS are an important place to gather, share stories and plan campaigns in support of real sustainability and sovereignty for indigenous Australians.

To assist indigenous delegates attending SoS, a reduced or waived fee for conference registration will be offered, along with transport and accommodation assistance for speakers and presenters. We are hoping that delegates from many nations, including those far from the east coast, will be able to come to SoS 2008; there are many ways that you can help to make this a reality.

What you can do:
- Organise transport for your state network or collective to get to SoS 2008
- Invite indigenous students from your campus or school to come to SoS
- Fundraise to assist Traditional Owners from your area attending SoS
- Talk to Traditional Owners in your area about their campaigns, issues and struggles, and how your collectives can help.

For more information:
www.studentsofsustainability.org