The national peak body for advancing Australian environmental law and policy
NELA was established in 1982. Our objective is to promote the understanding of the role of environmental law in regulating and managing the conservation and usage of the environment.
Upcoming Events
Future of Oceans Health Webinar - Youth Perspective
Friday 23 October 2026 6.30pm - 8pm
Hear from our panel of expert speakers and NELA's volunteer & Australia Pacific Youth Climate Dialogue Delegate to walk through:
🌊 the intersection of oceans law
🌊 multilateralism &
🌊 regulatory developments,
as it impacts marine health & advocacy for young people.
Our Panel speakers in this great webinar are:
🌊 Surasma Lamichhane - High Seas Youth Ambassador 2026
🌊 Dekota Mark - Marine scientist & Healthy Ocean Coordinator at Environment Tasmania
🌊 Alyssa Seckinger-Crow - Australia’s 2026 High Seas Ambassador I 2026 World Ocean Day Youth Advisor
🌊 Briggita Gunawan - Founder 30x30 Indonesia & Diverseas | Conservation Biologist
🌊 Connor Shaw - Australia pacific Youth Climate Dialogue delegate & NELA volunteer
Present membership includes MPs, State and Federal public servants, lawyers, engineers, local government officers, academics, librarians, town planners, environmental consultants, architects, and people from many other disciplines.
Corporate members are displayed on NELA’s website and have the opportunity to sponsor NELA events and conferences.
NELA offers its members a range of exclusive membership benefits.
Who are our members?
Work with us
If you are passionate about the role of law and policy in regulating and managing the Australian environment, please consider applying for one of our available volunteer positions.
Please note that for all NELA volunteer positions, applicants should reside in Australia.
NELA is dedicated to promoting an environmental of inclusivity. Each volunteer will be a key member of their respective Portfolio Subcommittees and gain valuable experience and exposure in Australia's premier organisation focused on advancing environmental law. You must be a member of NELA, or wish to become a member of NELA, to apply for the above positions.