We've been making a real difference to nature conservation in Victoria since 1952. Our community has led the creation, oversight and defence of Victoria’s parks and wildlife for over 70 years The Victorian National Parks Association (VNPA) is an independent, nonprofit, membershipbased group. Our vision is that Victoria is a place with a diverse and healthy natural environment protected, respected and enjoyed by all. The purpose of the Association is to strive for the conservation of Victoria s natural heritage, including: Promoting the establishment and appropriate management, in perpetuity of an extensive, fully representative and ecologically healthy system of National Parks and other protected areas; Promoting conservation of indigenous ecosystems and species; Defending natural areas and ecosystems against adverse impacts; Fostering public interest in, enjoyment of, and respect for natural heritage and nature conservation through appropriate community involvement and education; Conducting and promoting scientific research and investigations for the benefit of nature conservation; Cooperating with persons and organisations having similar purposes or like interests. We deliver our vision and purposes through the following programs and activities which protect Victoria s unique natural environment and biodiversity: 1. Parks & Nature Protection programs: the establishment and effective management of national parks and conservation reserves monitoring, and responding to, threats to nature and national parks and reserves strategic advocacy campaigns and policy development 2. Community learning and engagement programs to encourage the community, volunteers and participants to protect, respect and enjoy nature in Victoria including: learning (e.g. Park Watch magazine, website, Wild Families) citizen science (ReefWatch and NatureWatch) bushwalking and outdoor activity programs For further information refer to our website, VNPA Annual Reports and Park Watch magazine at: https://vnpa.org.au/ https://vnpa.org.au/publications/annualreport/ https://vnpa.org.au/publicationcategory/parkwatch/