At Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre, making a positive impact is integral to our mission and values. Our Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives focus on fostering sustainable development, supporting local communities, and promoting ethical business practices through our operations. Through these initiatives, we aim to not only deliver exceptional event experiences but also contribute to the long-term sustainability and prosperity of the communities we serve.
Sustainability
We are committed to environmental and sustainable practices that reduce our footprint on the planet.
Building a sustainable future for our clients, our staff and our community, through a balance of environmental, social, economic and cultural factors is absolutely fundamental to the daily operations of our Centre.
Reconciliation Action Plan
Meanjin (Brisbane) has a proud Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage and here at BCEC, we are committed to acknowledging, celebrating and showcasing First Nations cultures and peoples, and promoting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage and traditions throughout our operations.
It is our aim to identify how we can make a genuine contribution to reconciliation and our Reflect Reconciliation Action Plan is our first formal step on that journey.
Kym Guesdon | General Manager
Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre
Community Partners
We’re dedicated to supporting our community and environment through various initiatives.
- We actively support Tangalooma EcoMarines, encouraging school children to care for waterways and protect the marine environment.
- Through our Community Discount program, we aid local charities in holding their events at BCEC.
- Each year, we host The Salvation Army Community Christmas Lunch, providing hope and cheer to those in need. For over 13 years, with the help of our suppliers and supporters, we’ve offered a traditional Christmas Lunch to 500 adults and children.
- BCEC has implemented the Containers for Change Queensland Container Refund Scheme, placing bins in front-of-house and back-of-house locations for guests and staff to redirect beverage containers from our usual recycling streams. The funds raised through this initiative are donated to local charities such as Emmanuel City Mission.
Convention Advocates Partnerships
BCEC’s Convention Advocates Partnership is a strategic partnership with some of Australia’s top scientists, researchers, business leaders and innovators designed to drive Brisbane’s growth, attract international conferences and put Brisbane on the global meetings map.
Advocates perform the role of ambassadors and champions of Brisbane and BCEC, leading bids, facilitating introductions to key leaders in their field and and lobbying international decision-makers.
The legacy impact of this initiative goes far beyond the economic factor, nurturing world leading research and development, contributing to the knowledge economy and enabling a collaborative international cohort of scientists, innovators and academics.
Accessibility
BCEC strives to provide safe, equitable and inclusive access for all visitors. We make every effort to accommodate all guests to ensure a pleasant and comfortable experience.
Find more information on access, parking, toilets, seating and more.
EarthCheck Platinum Certification
Our EarthCheck Platinum Certification is the culmination of 12 consecutive years of rigorously audited best practice in sustainability, recognising the Centre’s strong leadership and innovation in several key areas of social and environmental actions.
Since joining the global EarthCheck program, BCEC has consistently performed as a leader in several key areas of social and environmental actions. From sustainable construction to energy and water conservation, responsible procurement, food distribution and participation in community initiatives, the sustainability message is reinforced and integrated through all aspects of the BCEC’s business and culture.
