Volunteering Australia

‘Hanging out to help out’ is a new Government campaign aimed at raising awareness of volunteering among young people ages 15-18. The digital campaign will showcase the diverse range of volunteering options, that it can be fun, done with friends and the personal development that results. This campaign supports the National Strategy for Volunteering’s Action Plan 2024-2027 as we collectively take action to make volunteering the heart of Australian communities.

Final Call! Nominations for the 2024 Sport Volunteer of the Year Award close this Wednesday, 23 October. Nominate here: https://lnkd.in/gPxcDU38

𝙄𝙣𝙩𝙧𝙤𝙙𝙪𝙘𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙎𝙩𝙖𝙣𝙙𝙖𝙧𝙙 7: 𝙑𝙤𝙡𝙪𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙚𝙧𝙨 𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙧𝙚𝙘𝙤𝙜𝙣𝙞𝙨𝙚𝙙 Does your organisation value, appreciate and acknowledge volunteers’ contributions? This standard helps an organisation to make its volunteers feel respected and valued. We invite all organisations and groups to implement the refreshed National Standards with the guidance of their state and territory Volunteering Peak Body.

𝙄𝙣𝙩𝙧𝙤𝙙𝙪𝙘𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙎𝙩𝙖𝙣𝙙𝙖𝙧𝙙 6: 𝙑𝙤𝙡𝙪𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙚𝙧 𝙨𝙖𝙛𝙚𝙩𝙮 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙬𝙚𝙡𝙡𝙗𝙚𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙞𝙨 𝙥𝙧𝙤𝙩𝙚𝙘𝙩𝙚𝙙 Does your organisation protect the health, safety and wellbeing of volunteers? Do your volunteers understand their rights and responsibilities? This standard helps an organisation to make a safe workplace for volunteers. It also helps organisations to minimise risks. Contact your state or territory Volunteering Peak Body for training opportunities and support with implementation.

⚠️ 2024 Sports Volunteer of the Year Award Nominations Reminder⚠️ ▶️ Nominate now for the 2024 Sports Volunteer of the Year Award 👏 Presented by Volunteering Australia 📅 Close Wednesday 23 October 2024 ✍️ Nominate here https://lnkd.in/gPxcDU38

On World Food Day, we're highlighting the crucial role volunteers play in addressing food insecurity across our nation. This year's theme, "Right to foods for a better life and a better future," emphasises the importance of collaboration in ensuring equitable access to nutrition for all. As we focus on food security, we're mindful that it is also Anti-Poverty Week (13-19 October), themed "Act on Poverty." These concurrent events underscore the intricate link between food security and poverty in our communities. Collective efforts in both areas are vital for building resilient communities and advancing food security nationwide. Read more about addressing food insecurity and poverty in Australia on our website. https://lnkd.in/gfn3tRnh

Don't miss the opportunity to hear Volunteering Australia’s Zachary Reimers and Sarah Wilson discuss volunteerism in Australia with Tobi Johnson, MA, CVA on the latest edition of the Volunteer Nation Podcast. In this engaging discussion, Zac and Sarah share the significance of the newly developed National Strategy for Volunteering and emphasise the importance of a cohesive approach, involving all stakeholders, backed by comprehensive research. The National Strategy is designed to inspire other nations by showcasing a collaborative effort to strengthen volunteer support and engagement.

Volunteering Gateway emerged from a shared vision: to empower Volunteer Managers, Coordinators and Leaders across Australia. We saw the incredible dedication you poured into your roles, often navigating a sea of scattered resources. We wanted to create a central online platform, a trusted source of information, and a supportive community to streamline your efforts. Learn more: volunteeringgateway.org.au

𝙄𝙣𝙩𝙧𝙤𝙙𝙪𝙘𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙎𝙩𝙖𝙣𝙙𝙖𝙧𝙙 5: 𝙑𝙤𝙡𝙪𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙚𝙧𝙨 𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙨𝙪𝙥𝙥𝙤𝙧𝙩𝙚𝙙 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙙𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙡𝙤𝙥𝙚𝙙 Do your volunteers understand how to do their role in a safe and effective way? This standard helps an organisation to ensure volunteers have the right training and opportunities. Contact your state or territory Volunteering Peak Body for support to implement the refreshed National Standards for Volunteer Involvement in your organisation or group.

Introducing Standard 4: Recruitment is equitable and diversity is valued Does your organisation value diversity and have a fair recruitment process? This standard helps an organisation to give clear information about volunteer roles. It also helps organisations to have consistent recruitment procedures. Visit our website for guidance and resources and contact your state or territory Volunteering Peak Body for support.