Volunteering Australia

The National Strategy for Volunteering’s first three-year Action Plan is the next step on the journey to make volunteering the heart of Australian communities. Launched today, Action Plan 2024-2027 brings together 22 actions and opportunities for everyone in the volunteering ecosystem to participate and work together for a better future for volunteering. The launch celebration was held both online and in-person, featuring special guest: the Minister for Social Services, Amanda Rishworth MP. Thank you to all those who joined us for this auspicious occasion. Learn more about Action Plan 2024-2027 - https://lnkd.in/eBSv5pqj

Today is National Meals on Wheels Day and we are recognising the valued efforts of 35,000 volunteers across the country. These dedicated volunteers deliver more than just meals – they provide care, connection, and friendship to thousands of older Australians every day. For over 70 years, Meals on Wheels has been a cornerstone of community service, exemplifying the power of volunteering in action. If you’ve had a memorable Meals on Wheels experience, today is the perfect time to share your story. And if you’re looking to make a meaningful impact, consider volunteering for this vital service. Without the kindness and dedication of volunteers, Meals on Wheels wouldn’t be the lifeline it is today. https://lnkd.in/gS6TzwK

Action Plan 2024-2027 is an important step towards a better future for volunteering. No matter your role, you can be part of the national movement to make volunteering the heart of Australian communities. Register today to hear how.

Join Volunteering Australia and the Australian Sports Commission, plus an expert panel, for a free webinar on engaging youth through volunteering in sport. This session will focus on understanding the needs of youth volunteers in sport and how to engage them. 📅 Date: Tuesday, 27 August 2024 🕐 Time: 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM AEST 📍 Location: Free Online Webinar Don’t miss out, register today.

On World Humanitarian Day, we express deep gratitude to humanitarian aid workers and volunteers. These dedicated individuals put themselves at risk to help those in need. Their courage and compassion bring hope to the most vulnerable, often in dangerous and desperate situations. Australians are at the forefront of humanitarian efforts. The Australian Red Cross is a volunteer involving organisation that exists to reduce human suffering. With over 20,000 members and volunteers they mobilise the power of humanity through connecting people in need of support to those with the means to support. Their impact in 2022-2023 included more than 324,000 people directly receiving support during and after disasters, 33 emergency activations across the country and over 4 million people accessing information from disaster preparedness campaigns. In a world that can feel overwhelming, we can still make a difference through volunteering. Your compassion has power. Because in the face of darkness, even the smallest light can guide the way. Let's #ActForHumanity

Are you passionate about making a difference and ready to create real impact? We're seeking a dynamic Policy Officer to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to support the national peak body for volunteering's policy development and advocacy work across a range of policy areas. Role Highlights: • Lead impactful policy and advocacy projects • Conduct high-quality research and policy development • Engage with key stakeholders Join us in our vision is to make volunteering the heart of Australian communities. Your expertise will help shape the future of volunteering across the nation. Interested? Learn more about the position and apply ➡️ https://lnkd.in/g56KP-tJ

It’s National Science Week and we are taking this opportunity to highlight citizen science - where everyday people contribute to research. From backyards to beaches, people of all ages are teaming up with scientists to tackle real-world challenges like combating light pollution and tracking biodiversity. From counting birds to recording frog calls, every contribution matters. Search for a citizen science project and get involved this National Science Week. https://lnkd.in/gMCX6csT #ScienceWeek

Introducing the Volunteering Gateway, designed for Volunteer Managers, Coordinators and Leaders across Australia. Whether you’re looking for a new tool, help with recruitment, training opportunities, or access to resources from e-learning to research – the Volunteering Gateway can help. Visit volunteeringgateway.org.au today and discover how we can help you streamline your volunteer management tasks.

As we celebrate International Youth Day, we reflect on National Student Volunteer Week #NSVW24 and thank the state and territory Volunteering Peak Bodies, volunteering involving organisations and education providers. Your posts showcasing the contributions of student volunteers over the past week were inspiring. We're grateful to the NSVW 2024 student advocates who promoted volunteering nationwide. Your passion truly reflects 'Generation Impact.' International Youth Day celebrates the potential and power of young people. This year's theme, "Youth Digital Solutions," highlights the innovative nature of youth as ‘digital natives.’ Our recent data on youth volunteering has shown that younger volunteers are leading the way in contemporary volunteering, with a strong inclination to contribute online. Thank you to all the youth volunteers. Your innovation, dedication and diverse contributions matter.

Volunteering Australia would like to give a heartfelt shoutout to student volunteers around the country, as we wrap up National Student Volunteer Week for another year. #NSVW24 Thank you for inspiring us all with your contributions to volunteer involving organisations, schools and universities. Your stories show the profound impact that volunteering can have on both individuals and communities. A special thank you to all the event hosts, participants, and supporters for amplifying the incredible impact of student volunteers. Thank you to Volunteering Queensland for leading National Student Volunteer Week in collaboration with the state and territory Volunteering Peak Bodies and Volunteering Australia. If you would like to learn more about how you can volunteer, head to: nsvw.au/volunteer VolunteeringACT | The Centre for Volunteering | Volunteering SA&NT | Volunteering Tasmania | Volunteering Victoria | Volunteering WA