HOPE Inc. (AUSTRALIA)

Householders’ Options to Protect the Environment Inc

“Advocating for responsible and

sustainable stewardship of the environment“

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Friday, 31 July 2026

A message from HOPE’s Office Manager

Good morning, 

Re:       Researchers and environmental professionals: could your expertise support important community-based research?

HOPE Inc. (Australia), Householders’ Options to Protect the Environment, is a community-based, not-for-profit organisation committed to promoting environmental sustainability through education, research and constructive public advocacy. Guided by the principle “Think Globally, Act Locally”, HOPE seeks to provide communities and decision-makers with credible information and practical pathways for protecting the environment.

HOPE is operated entirely by volunteers, including its management team. Our work is sustained through the commitment, experience and goodwill of people who contribute their time and expertise to environmental and community interests. At the same time, HOPE continues to explore grants, partnerships and other funding opportunities that may help strengthen and expand this valuable work.

As part of our 2024–2029 Strategic Plan, HOPE is developing a program of substantial research projects across eight priority areas:

  • Deforestation and habitat fragmentation
  • Land degradation and soil erosion
  • Climate change
  • Government environmental decision-making and legislation
  • Water security and contamination
  • Animal welfare and species extinction
  • Water, air and land pollution
  • Pest plants and animals 

We are seeking experienced researchers and other suitably qualified professionals who may be willing to contribute their specialised knowledge and expertise on a pro bono basis. Projects may include independent research papers, policy briefs, literature reviews and evidence-based community education materials.

This research will help inform HOPE’s public education, policy engagement and advocacy work. Each project will be clearly scoped, and contributors will receive appropriate acknowledgement and professional recognition for their contribution. 

We recognise the considerable value of professional research expertise and the significance of asking people to contribute it voluntarily. However, until more sustainable funding becomes available, pro bono support remains essential to HOPE’s capacity to investigate important environmental issues and communicate the findings to communities, governments and other stakeholders.

Researchers interested in discussing a potential project or contributing to HOPE’s broader research program are warmly invited to contact HOPE Inc. at [email protected] .

Yours faithfully,

Frank Ondrus, Office Manager – HOPE Inc. | Ph. 07 4639 2135