Ecobiz as an innovative program involving knowledge

ecoBiz as an innovative program involving knowledge dissemination, capacity building
and performance benchmarking. Launched in July 2013, this three year $3 million
program has assisted SMEs to invest in the adoption of eco-efficiency initiatives to drive
profitability and efficiency. The program encompasses technical content developed by
university and industry specialists delivered through networking events, webinars,
workshops, forums, innovative online tools, coaching and research. ecoBiz demonstrates
the program utility of mutual reciprocity in framing inputs, as each partner has a
strengths-based role and all roles integrate across the partnership with mutual benefits
achieved.
Environment health professional Australia
Environmental Health Professionals Australia (EHPA) is a membership-based organisation
that represents the interests of environmental health professionals in Australia.
Membership is open to any person in Australia who works, studies or is interested in
environmental health and its related fields, including public health, environmental
medicine, noise and acoustics, environmental studies, food technology and
sustainability.
The EHPA:
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produces a journal, newsletter and website
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runs a continuing professional development (CPD) program
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advocates (lobbies) on behalf of members at all levels of government
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runs special interest groups (SIGS), including an Aboriginal Health Special Interest Group.
The EHPA Aboriginal Health Special Interest Group aims to:
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improve awareness among public health professionals about Indigenous issues

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develop resources and guidelines to assist public health professionals to engage with
Indigenous communities
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advocate for improved health outcomes for Indigenous communities at various levels of
government.
The EHPA was established in 2012. Although its initial membership is Victorian, the EHPA
is intended to be a national membership organisation.
3. List 1 initiative that is relevant to your sector within the Tourism, Hospitality and Events
Industry and list all resources which are available through these initiative(s). Outline how
these would be used.