Papers by celeste K young
ABSTRACT Important note: This discussion paper is intended to provide information in relation to ... more ABSTRACT Important note: This discussion paper is intended to provide information in relation to the Federal Government's Securing a Clean Energy Future plan for Councils across the WAGA region to enable strategic thinking. It outlines details of the Federal Government's Clean Energy Future plan and the implications for Councils, residents and the business community. It is not intended to be a reference document, as much of the data it contains is from the 2006 Census and will not accurately reflect some regional statistics. Data has also been sourced from information provided by the Federal Government, other parties and stakeholders and should be considered as an indicator only. Aspects of this plan could be subject to change and further analysis will need to be undertaken prior to any actions being undertaken. Report editing, design and production by Ascending Horse, Melbourne. www.ascendinghorse.com
Brimbank has some of the most diverse communities and is one of the fastest growing suburbs in th... more Brimbank has some of the most diverse communities and is one of the fastest growing suburbs in the greater Melbourne region. This presents both opportunities and challenges. As the need to have healthier and more resilient communities emerges, the role of how we use and manage our open spaces is a key question. Brimbank City Council has spent more than $12 million over the past four years, to create better connectivity and increase amenity in their local area. This is not only changing how people perceive their local area, but also how businesses grow and interact within the community. Victoria University in collaboration with Brimbank City Council and Greening the West ran a day of targeted workshop discussions for local community members, to ‘check the pulse’ of community thought in relation to open space and the current perception of their value; and also to discuss how open spaces can be shaped to capitalise on the current transformation of Brimbank in a way that supports future development of a vibrant and connected community. This was part of a research project being undertaken by Victoria University which is currently developing a methodology to value the benefits from green urban spaces in order to ascertain the social returns from investments made in green infrastructure. The discussions were undertaken at the Sunshine Convention Centre, Victoria University Campus on 15th of November 2013 from 7 am until 4pm. They were facilitated by Victoria University and included presentations from both representatives of Brimbank Council and Victoria University. Attendees were from the local community and represented a number of different cultural and community interests. This report is based upon notes compiled by Dr Gayathri Mekala and Celeste Young from the Victoria Institute of Strategic Economic Studies at Victoria University.
Bushfire and Natural Hazards CRC, Oct 29, 2020
Bushfire and Natural Hazards CRC, Dec 1, 2020
Australian Institute for Disaster Resilience, Dec 1, 2019
A key driver for building diversity and inclusion (D&I) in emergency management organisations (EM... more A key driver for building diversity and inclusion (D&I) in emergency management organisations (EMOs) is to better represent diverse cohorts and ensure EMOs and their communities become more resilient to natural hazards. While EMOs have made some progress, dynamic transformation is required to effectively manage the rapidly changing contexts they and their communities face. Central to this is the need to expand the current service-client relationship to become a more inclusive partnership model that builds resilience. This paper reports on Phase 2 of the Bushfire and Natural Hazards Cooperative Research Centre project Diversity and inclusion: Building strength and capability, which aimed to develop a D&I framework for the emergency management sector (EMS). Key aspects are: [1] A process framework to guide organisations by linking strategic objectives to day-today decision making and integrates D&I practice into organisational systems; [2] Identification and development of specific strategic and people-based capabilities and skills; [3] Management of risks arising as a result of D&I shocks; and [4] A process to measure and manage progress and assess the benefits derived from investment.
Bushfire and Natural Hazards CRC, Aug 20, 2020
Victoria, Department of Health and Human Services, Aug 7, 2018
Disclaimer: Victoria University advises that the information contained in this publication compri... more Disclaimer: Victoria University advises that the information contained in this publication comprises general statements based on scientific research. The reader is advised and needs to be aware that such information may be incomplete or unable to be used in any specific situation. No reliance or actions must therefore be made on that information without seeking prior expert professional, scientific and technical advice. To the extent permitted by law, Victoria University (including its employees and consultants) exclude all liability to any person for any consequences, including but not limited to all losses, damages, costs, expenses and any other compensation, arising directly or indirectly from using this publication (in part or in whole) and any information or material contained in it. This paper represents the opinions (findings, and conclusions or recommendations) of the authors, and is the product of professional research. It is not meant to represent (reflect) the position or opinions of the Victorian Government or the Rail Manufacturing Cooperative Research Centre.
A summary of responses from the online survey undertaken with participants who attended the con... more A summary of responses from the online survey undertaken with participants who attended the conference. Synthesis of outputs from the Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES) Diversity more than the eye can see: Challenging how we look at diversity workshop curated and facilitated by Janine Taylor, Quinn Cramer and Michelle Young. Reflections from board members who have been long-term members of WAFA as to the past, the present and the future of WAFA.
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Papers by celeste K young