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Information on volunteering and COVID-19.
If you are a current volunteer, or interested in volunteering please contact the Volunteering Peak Body in your State or Territory
New national resource hub for volunteer managers
An initiative of Volunteering Australia, this resource hub brings together useful, evidence-based and current best practice resources to support effective volunteer management.
Become a Professional Leader of Volunteers
Endorsed by Volunteering Australia, the Continuous Professional Development (CPD) Program for Professional Leaders of Volunteers is a formal avenue to improve your knowledge, skills and future employability.
Want to know more about best practice volunteer management?
The National Standards for Volunteer Involvement provide a sound framework for supporting the volunteering sector.
Say thank you to your volunteers with a gift
The Volunteering Australia shop is now open. Say thank you to your volunteers with high quality, volunteer-specific gifts while supporting our work advocating for the sector.
Latest News
Volunteers are an integral part of the mental health workforce
When times are tough it's important to know there are people you can turn to for help. It...
Reforms to the Sex Discrimination Act and Fair Work Act welcome but more needs to be done to protect volunteers from workplace sexual harassment
Justice Connect and Volunteering Australia welcome recent reforms to federal laws on sexual harassment, passed by Parliament last...
August VA News
Read the latest volunteering sector news including National Volunteering Research Network, Volunteers and COVID-19 Vaccination and youth volunteering...
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The Deniliquin Pastoral Times asks, Where would we be without volunteers? "Every aspect of our community relies on volunteers to some degree. Volunteers are the backbone of the community, often contributing countless hours to the betterment of society." www.denipt.com.au/corowa-news/2021/09/15/5171759/where-would-we-be-without-volunteers
Where would we be without volunteers? - Deniliquin Pastoral Times
www.denipt.com.au
It is hard to imagine a world without volunteers. They are the unsung heroes of local sporting clubs, hospitals, schools, community events, environmental protection, natural disasters and more. Every ...
Together with Justice Connect, we welcome recent reforms to federal laws on #SexualHarassment passed by Parliament. But more needs to be done to better prevent & address sexual harassment against #volunteers & other unpaid workers in workplaces. www.volunteeringaustralia.org/reforms-to-the-sex-discrimination-act-and-fair-work-act-welcome/#/![]()
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Volunteering Australia CEO Mark Pearce told Pro Bono Australia the recent reforms to federal laws on sexual harassment still leave many volunteers with no protection. "It is time we support volunteers and ensure they are all protected from workplace sexual harassment." probonoaustralia.com.au/news/2021/09/new-changes-to-sex-discrimination-act-leave-many-volunteers-...
New changes to Sex Discrimination Act leave many volunteers behind
probonoaustralia.com.au
“It is time we support volunteers and ensure they are all protected from workplace sexual harassment.”
The anniversary of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples is recognised on 13 September. The Declaration is the most comprehensive international instrument on the rights of indigenous peoples. In recognising the significance of the Declaration today we highlight our submission to the Indigenous Skills and Employment Program. Learn more: www.volunteeringaustralia.org/indigenous-skills-and-employment-program/#/
Today on World Suicide Prevention Day, Volunteering Australia CEO Mark Pearce highlights the contribution of volunteers supporting people with mental illness. Thank you for being an integral part of the mental health workforce and for your role in supporting mental health and suicide prevention. #WSPD2021 www.volunteeringaustralia.org/volunteers-are-an-integral-part-of-the-mental-health-workforce/#/
It’s #RUOKDay - a reminder to check in with the people in your world and ask if they’re really OK, not just today but every day. Life’s ups and downs happen to all of us. Stay connected, reach out and make a moment meaningful. Ask #RUOK? Learn how at www.ruok.org.au
The Deniliquin Pastoral Times asks, Where would we be without volunteers? "Every aspect of our community relies on volunteers to some degree. Volunteers are the backbone of the community, often contributing countless hours to the betterment of society." https://www.denipt.com.au/corowa-news/2021/09/15/5171759/where-would-we-be-without-volunteers
Volunteering for Meals on Wheels is volunteering for a purpose.
For bettering your community.
For helping someone live and age well in their home.
For putting smiles on faces.
For reducing loneliness.
For meeting new friends.
For changing their life.
I think everyone should be safe in their workplace whether #volunteer or paid. Some progress with latest Cwth legislation @ScottMorrisonMP - but still some more to do @VolunteeringAus @VolunteeringWA @VolunteeringVic @VolunteeringQld @VolACT @Volunteers_NSW @VSA_NT @VolunteerTas https://twitter.com/nfp_nerd/status/1435900031089868804
Latest Submissions & Research
Indigenous Skills and Employment Program
New data suggests volunteering impacted harder by COVID-19 than paid work
Volunteering a 'critical gap' in mental health recommendations
