GGAA 2013 - Social Responsibility - TAFE NSW Western Sydney Institute - Winner

Building sustainable communities by strengthening the wellbeing of individuals and families

The Orchard Hills Farm programme includes the most vulnerable community members who benefit from strong industry and community partnerships and embrace social inclusion and environmental outcomes.

For TAFE NSW – Western Sydney Institute, sustainability is more than just a single programme or initiative; it embraces social inclusion and environmental outcomes for the community including tailored programmes such as The Orchard Hills Farm programme where our most vulnerable community members benefit from our strong industry and community partnerships. Capacity building has played an integral role in the programme to sustainably renew environments, improve social and economic outcomes for individuals and communities by addressing disadvantage through individual and community empowerment, education, and training in a safe, accessible and supportive community learning space. The project has a clear focus on sustainable eco-friendly Australian organic farming and building practices. The success of the programme can be measured by 90% completion rates and importantly, 90% of students overall obtaining employment or re-enrolling in further training. WSI is committed to continuing its work in this complex area.

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