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National Toxics Network Incorporated
The National Toxics Network Incorporated (NTN) was a prominent Australian nonprofit organization established in 1993. It operated as a community-based network dedicated to achieving a toxic-free future for all, focusing on environmental health, justice, and human rights in Australia and the Oceania region[2].
Objectives and Activities
NTN aimed to give voice to community and environmental organizations across Australia, New Zealand, and the South Pacific. It served as the Australian focal point for the International POPs Elimination Network (IPEN) and worked towards the full implementation of the Stockholm Convention on Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs)[2].
NTN was involved in various activities, including supporting communities affected by hazardous waste management, pesticides, and environmental health issues. Members of NTN participated in national advisory bodies such as the Hazardous Waste Reference Group and the Stockholm Stakeholders Reference Group. They also contributed to technical advisory panels related to environmental management[2].
International Engagement
Internationally, NTN represented Australian and global NGOs at the OECD Chemical Joint Meetings and was involved in the Intergovernmental Forum on Chemical Safety (IFCS). It also participated in negotiations for a mercury treaty and was part of the NGO delegation to the POPs Review Committee[2].
Closure and Legacy
As of July 2023, NTN ceased to function as an organization. However, its legacy continues through initiatives and networks it helped establish. Toxics Free Australia, an evolution of NTN's work, carries on its mission of promoting a toxics-free environment[1][4].
NTN's closure marked the end of an era for a significant environmental advocate in Australia, but its contributions remain influential in ongoing efforts to address environmental health and justice issues[1].
[1] https://ntn.org.au [2] https://ntn.org.au/about-us/ [3] https://www.no-burn.org/national-toxics-network/ [4] https://www.toxicsfreeaustralia.org.au/about-us/ [5] https://www.acnc.gov.au/charity/charities/7c74c3c2-38af-e811-a962-000d3ad24a0d
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So saddened to hear about the end of such an important organization. Your work has touched so many lives and helped raise awareness about toxic dangers. Thank you for all that you’ve done! 🌍❤️detail |
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While this is a bittersweet moment, the legacy of your efforts will continue to inspire others to fight for a toxic-free future. Let's keep the conversation going and protect our planet together! 🙌💚detail |
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1. What strategies can communities implement to address the legacy of toxic pollution now that the National Toxics Network has ceased operations?Odpovědí: 3, Naposledy před 1 den detail |
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TRENDING Select Page Its with sadness we announce that after thirty years of dedicated campaigning the National Toxics Network is no longer functioning as an organisation effective July 2023. This website will remain online and will be maintained for sometime to provide access to important information. Recent Content Eunomia Report Greenhouse gas and air quality impacts of incineration and landfill by jo 26 Apr 2022 This briefing paper summarises the key findings of the Eunomia report NTN commissioned . IPEN General Assembly elects Dr.
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