Volunteer Hub

Volunteering with ISEP

Welcome to the ISEP Volunteer Hub. Here, you’ll find everything you need to get involved, make an impact, and grow as a sustainability and environmental professional. This page includes essential forms along with current policies, practical guidance documents, and other key resources to support you in your volunteer activities.

Volunteering with the Institute of Sustainability and Environmental Professionals (ISEP) offers a unique opportunity to be part of a global movement driving meaningful change for a sustainable future. This hub is here to help you every step of the way.

If you have any queries, get in touch with volunteer@isepglobal.org or for Global Networks, globalnetworks@isepglobal.org.

We are actively seeking volunteers!

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Networks

Global Networks
Policy Networks
Fellows Network
Diverse Sustainability Initiative

Global Networks

The Global Networks spearhead ISEP’s voice and member engagement worldwide, advocating for the efforts of local members.

As the representatives of ISEP, these networks organise events, workshops, and seminars that spotlight the latest trends and challenges in sustainability and the environmental sector. Moreover, the networks foster valuable connections among industry experts, including you, the ISEP member!

Global Networks

Policy Networks

ISEP's policy and practice function exists to advocate for public policy that will enhance the natural environment and to help our members understand what the changing policy and regulatory landscape means for them.

Biodiversity and Natural Capital Circular Economy Climate change mitigation and adaptation Environmental Management Impact Assessment Social Sustainability Sustainable Finance

Fellows Network

Our Fellows shape the Institute's contributions to influential discussions and deliver widespread action on delivering ISEP’s vision.

The Fellows Network represents ISEP’s highest membership level. Fellows demonstrate their competence at the pinnacle of our profession and the Network helps to share expertise and insights across the Fellowship.

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Diverse Sustainability Initiative

Aiming to build a profession that is reflective of modern Britain, DSI Volunteers support this collaborative programme of work, which has a vision to transform diversity within sustainability and the environment.

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Committees

Panel For Fellow Appointments
Full Member Assessor Group
Professional Standards Committee
Policy & Practice Committee

Panel For Fellow Appointments

Aims to uphold the high professional standards set within the ISEP Skills Map. The purpose of this is to ensure the integrity, consistency and fairness of all Fellow and/or Chartered Environmentalist assessments.

Full Member Assessor Group

An advisory role in Assessor standardisation and accountable to the Professional Standards Committee. The group’s purpose is to support the executive with the recruitment and development to Full member and Chartered Environmentalist Assessors.

Professional Standards Committee

The Professional Standards Committee is a subcommittee of the ISEP Board The group ensure that the development and application of ISEP’s professional standards, assessments and training are global, valid and fair.

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Policy & Practice Committee

The Policy and Practice Committee determines the overall direction of ISEP’s policy and practice work. It is comprised of members from all levels, including representatives of the main policy and practice groups, to ensure that member views influence the direction of ISEP’s policy and practice work.

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Focus Groups

Editorial Advisory Panel
Membership Mentors

Editorial Advisory Panel

TRANSFORM is the official magazine of ISEP. The group provides feedback to the editor on the content, identifies topics of interest, and helps steer the direction of the magazine.

Membership Mentors

Supporting a candidate through their assessment to achieve their membership goal. Mentors use their own experience and skills, such as questioning and listening, to help candidates clarify and reframe.

Hear from some of our volunteers

Article: ISEP volunteers: the backbone of our membership

Gayle Barclay, East Scotland Chair

"Volunteering with ISEP has been a great experience. I’ve organised events, met lots of amazing people, and enjoyed talks on a wide range of topics. It’s a great way to stay connected, learn something new, and be part of a supportive community who care about the environment.”

Jon Nichols, Biodiversity and Natural Capital Network Steering Group member

"Volunteering on the ISEP BANC steering group has catapulted my learning and given me the opportunity to build relationships with leading biodiversity and natural capital experts in the industry. I’ve been able to contribute to and lead thought leadership, policy engagement, and industry upskilling initiatives which have had a positive impact on best practice and informed government policy. These activities have raised my profile and the standing of my organisation on this topic. By far the best part about volunteering on the SG has been the connections I’ve made with fellow practitioners: it’s been great fun working with such a lovely group of dedicated and brilliant people working to transform the world to sustainability.”

Laura Matz, DSI Support Volunteer

"I sought out a role volunteering with DSI because I really wanted to see a change in my industry but felt that working at a very small consultancy meant I had to look outside my own workplace to contribute to that change. The role has helped me to get a deeper understanding of the challenges people face within the industry and how that has contributed to the lack of diversity in our profession. At the same time, it has given me the chance to be an active ally and use my network in a positive way."

Georgina Phillips, Climate Change Adaptation Network Steering Group Member

“Supporting the Climate Change Adaptation Steering Group has been a fantastic opportunity to work alongside likeminded individuals from a wide range of sectors and backgrounds. The Group has provided links to some fantastic people for bouncing ideas around, gaining fresh perspectives on key issues, and collaborating to help move things forward. It’s a great example of how diverse thinking and shared purpose can really help get things across the line and so encouraging to see how collective expertise and shared commitment can drive meaningful progress in preparing for and responding to climate-related challenges.”