For the past 25 years, Junior Landcare has been opening children’s hearts and hands to landcare.

Junior Landcare has always recognised that young people play a vital role in caring for our natural environment. At the same time, we know that being outdoors and in nature is important for the mental, physical and social wellbeing of children too. It’s a win-win!

Established in May 1998, the Junior Landcare program connects young Australians with Landcare, one of the country’s largest volunteer movements working to protect, enhance or restore our natural environment in local communities.

Through grants, campaigns and learning resources for use at home, in the classroom or in the community, Junior Landcare also provides children – no matter where they are in Australia – the opportunity to understand nature, connect with it and take action to protect the world around them.

Since 2020 alone, and together with our partners, more than 400,000 children have gotten their hands dirty learning where their food comes from, understanding biodiversity and waste management and embracing First Nations perspectives through the Junior Landcare grants program.

In this, our 25^th anniversary year, we invite you to join with us in celebrating, supporting, listening to and empowering even more children to become lifelong landcarers.