Students for sustainability, responsible leadership and sustainable economics

We need Changers not managers

We stand for change

Who is oikos graz?


oikos Graz is a student-led non-profit organization. We create a playground where future leaders can take their first steps to drive sustainable development. oikos Graz is not alone: We are a part of an international chapter network with over 40 chapters all over the globe, where we connect changers with the same goal. We are based in Graz, the capital of the green heart of Austria.

We inform, we educate and we transform academia for a sustainable tomorrow.

We work Locally and internationally

Projects And Events

Sustainability matters for all study programs. We work for the inclusion of sustainability in various curricula.

We organize a diverse event series to raise sustainability awareness, especially among students and youth. Featuring workshops, talks, and panel discussions, we present practical solutions and networking opportunities with experts, organizations, and student initiatives. Events take place across Graz, including universities and the city center.

our internal leadership program to grow as leaders & acquire useful skills

a panel discussion happening each month during a semester on various topics. we interview researchers, stakeholders, politicians & changemakers.

we offer workshops for external partners to drive sustainable change

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LIFE-CHANGING EXPERIENCES

Upcoming events

Projects, Events and More…

Stay tuned about ongoing projects within and around oikos Graz.

MARCH

2025

Sustainable Finance 101: Empowering Students through Sustainable Investing

πŸ€” Are you eager to learn how your financial decisions can create a positive impact and contribute meaningsfully to a sustainable future? πŸ’° 🌍 If so, don’t miss our webinar on Sustainable Investing! πŸŒΏπŸ“Š

πŸ“Š As part of our “Sustainable Finance, Accounting & Controlling” initiative, we’re hosting this webinar in collaboration with money:care. πŸ€πŸ’°πŸ’š

Β πŸŽ™οΈ Join Katharina Herzog, Co-Founder and CEO of money:care, for an insightful session on Sustainable Investing πŸŒ±πŸ“ˆ, tailored for students eager to make a positive impact through their financial decisions. πŸ‘₯πŸŽ“πŸŒŸπŸŒ

πŸ“ˆ This webinar will cover the basics of sustainable investing, introducing key concepts and principles behind responsible investment strategies. πŸŒ±πŸ“šΒ  You’ll dive into a practical exploration of stocks and ETFs, using the latest sustainability data to evaluate and select investments that align with environmental and social values.Β πŸ’š Gain the knowledge and tools to build a portfolio that not only aims for financial growth but also contributes to a sustainable future.Β πŸ“Š 🌍

πŸ‘‰ Learn more about money:care here: https://www.moneycare.io/de πŸ”—πŸŒ

πŸ“ To make this webinar as valuable as possible for you, please register using the form by clicking the button on the right. πŸ”— If you have any questions, feel free to contact us at info@graz.oikos-international.org! β“πŸ’¬.
We’re so excited and can’t wait to see you there! 😍


Your oikos Graz team!πŸŒΏπŸ’™

17:00 - 18:00
(CET)

NOVEMBER

2024

CLOTHING SWAP EVENT - cROSSROADS FESTIVAL 2024

🌍🎬 The Crossroads Festival 2024 in Graz, a festival for documentary films and discourse, is coming soon! 😍

πŸ—“Β From October 31 to November 9, exciting events will be held on sustainability and societal change. 🌱🌍 

πŸ’‘Β Stunning visuals and inspiring stories offer ways to act and encourage hope. 🌱🌟 The Crossroads festival invites participants to explore key developments of our time, showcasing new documentaries that highlight peopleΒ πŸ‘₯, initiatives 🌱, and movements ✊ working to preserve our life-supporting systems and social achievements, aiming for a good life for all. 🌟🎬

πŸ“½Β Many films screened will have their Austrian premieres and have received various awards.Β πŸ… Post-screening discussions allow the audience to engage with filmmakers and protagonists and explore the topics addressed in the films.Β πŸ—£πŸ‘₯ The program also includes additional lecturesΒ πŸ“š, debatesΒ πŸ—£, and workshopsΒ πŸ› .Β Β Β Β Β Β  Β  Β  Β  Β  Β  Β  Β  Β  Β 

🌿 The focus will be on Green City LivesΒ πŸ™ on Saturday, November 2, 2024. We’ll also be there, organizing a fitting clothing swap event πŸ‘šβ™»οΈ and presenting oikos Graz! πŸ’š

What is a clothing swap event? 🧐 

A clothing swap lets you refresh your wardrobeΒ πŸ‘•βœ¨, discover new styles, and reduce your environmental footprint 🌍 while having a great time with friends.Β πŸ‘₯

How does it work?Β πŸ€”

Gather clean, gently used items, bring them to our event, and trade them for new favorites!Β πŸ§₯πŸ”„β™»οΈ Here, you can sustainably refresh your wardrobe, reduce your ecological footprint, and have fun. πŸŒπŸŽ‰Β 

πŸ‘₯Β Enjoy mingling, refreshments, and fashion-forward conversations for a reconnecting and inspiring experience.Β πŸ—£πŸΉΒ Β  Β  Β Β 

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πŸ“Œ When?
November 2, 1:00-5:30 PM (CET)

πŸ“Œ Where?
Forum Stadtpark, Stadtpark 1 (First Floor)

13:00 - 17:30h
(CET)

1:00 Pm - 5.30 pm
(CET)

OCTOBER

2024

oikos Graz semester opening - kick-off

πŸ“’Β Excited for the new semester? So are we!Β πŸ™Œ Join us for our Semester Opening on Tuesday, October 29th, 2024! πŸ₯³Β  Β 

Do you care about the planet and want to create a meaningful difference?Β πŸš€πŸŒΏπŸŒπŸ’š We do too! πŸ™‹β€β™€οΈΒ Β 

In our Semester Opening, you will have the opportunity to meet our #changemakers and learn more about our projects, values, mission, and what awaits us this semester.Β πŸ˜πŸ™ŒπŸ‘₯🌿 

oikos Graz is a student-led organization focusing on Sustainability, Responsible Leadership, and Sustainable Economics based in Graz, the capital of Austria’s green heart.Β πŸ’šπŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ή As a non-profit organization, we build on a strong foundation of volunteers from different academic backgrounds. What unites us is the common drive to create a more sustainable economy and responsible businesses. We don’t focus solely on the economic sector but aim to promote sustainability in all areas of need.Β  Β  Β Β Β  Β  Β  Β  Β  Β  Β  Β 

We inform, educate, and transform academia for a more sustainable future!Β πŸ™ŒπŸŒΏπŸŒ

We are actively involved in diverse climate protection projects and strive to bring about change among students and youth in the Graz area.

🧐 We will present our projects in more detail over the next few days leading up to the Semester Opening! Stay tuned on our Instagram page!Β πŸ‘€Β By clicking on the blue button, you will be taken to our Instagram page.
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πŸ“Œ When?
October 29, 7:00-9:00 PM (CET)

πŸ“Œ Where?
Das schubertNEST (Elisabethstraße 27, 8010 Graz)

19:00 - 21:00h
(CET)

7:00 Pm - 9:00 pm
(CET)

OCTOBER

2024

From Impact to Practice: How to Make Climate-Friendly Food Choices!

🌍🌱 Join our workshop: “From Impact to Practice: How to Make Climate-Friendly Food Choices”! 🌱🌍

Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the environment? πŸ€”πŸŒ± Do you want to learn how your dietary choices can contribute to a more sustainable future and how to make conscious food choices? πŸ€”πŸ’‘ Would you like to connect with like-minded individuals who share your enthusiasm for this topic? πŸ€”πŸ‘₯ If so, don’t miss our workshop and be part of the change! 🌟

🌱 As part of this year’s Sustainability Day at the University of Graz, under the theme “How will you eat tomorrow?” πŸ₯—, we are organizing a workshop not only designed to be informative but also highly interactive, engaging, led and facilitated by our oikos Graz Team! πŸ₯°πŸ’™ The workshop is also part of the oikos Academy 2024 under the motto “Road to Carbon Neutrality”! πŸ‘£πŸŒΏ

πŸ”” Registration is open from September 26 until October 8 (11:59 p.m.). You can find the link πŸ”— at the end of the description.

πŸ“Š Did you know? πŸ€” Food production has a major impact on the environment in several ways:

➑️ Food Production currently accounts for one-quarter of the world’s GHG emissions (26%) 😰                        

➑️ 70% of global freshwater withdrawals are used for agriculture 🚰

πŸ“ˆ Discover how different diets impact climate change 🌍, from methane emissions πŸ„πŸ’¨ to the carbon footprint of food production πŸ‘£πŸ½οΈ. You’ll calculate your carbon footprint and learn how daily habits affect the environment 🌱. We’ll introduce the EAT-Lancet Study’s Planetary Health Diet (PHD) πŸ₯¦ and the benefits of plant-based eating for both health and the planet πŸ₯—πŸ’ͺ. 

πŸ›’ Get tips on sustainable shopping: learn to identify organic labels βœ…πŸ₯• and avoid greenwashing πŸš«πŸ’š.

πŸ’‘ Impact also plays a key role in this workshop! 🌍 Participate in a brainstorming session 🧠 where we’ll explore how you can actively contribute to sustainability through your diet and inspire others. πŸ₯•πŸ‘₯πŸ“’ Your ideas can help shape the university’s role in promoting sustainable nutrition. Share YOUR SUGGESTIONS on HOW the University of Graz can enhance sustainable nutrition initiatives! 🏫🍽️ All suggestions will be forwarded to the Environmental Management Department, so you can be part of the solution! 🀝🌱 

πŸ‘©β€πŸ³ We’ll conclude the workshop with hands-on practice, preparing climate-friendly snacks together! πŸ˜‹πŸŒ±

🎁 All participants will receive a voucher from Parks Bio Fairtrade Coffee Shop β˜• valued at 10,00€! πŸŽ‰ The workshop can be conducted in German or English. 😍

πŸ“Œ Time?
11.30 a.m. – 1.30 p.m. (CEST)

πŸ“Œ Where?
Das schubertNEST (Elisabethstraße 27, 8010 Graz)

If you want to save a fixed spot for the workshop, you should register at the following link:                                    https://nachhaltigkeitstag.uni-graz.at/de/anmeldungen-2024/workshops/?esraSoftIdva=582500 πŸ”—βœ…

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πŸ“–πŸ”— Sources:                                                                          https://ourworldindata.org/environmental-impacts-of-food                                                                                            https://ourworldindata.org/food-ghg-emissions 

11:30 - 13:30h
(CEST)

11.30 am - 1.30 pm
(CEST)

How to find us

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