Volunteering ACT

14/10/2026

SAVE THE DATE! 📆

The 2026 Volunteer Leaders’ Seminar will be a masterclass on the Volunteer Involvement Cycle, showcasing best practices and innovative approaches from the sector across different stages of the cycle.

Attendees will draft strategies for continuous improvement of their volunteer program and receive practical coaching on how to strengthen management of their volunteers.

Come for the learning and stay for the celebration! 👏 🎊

Immediately after the masterclass, we will celebrate outstanding volunteer managers through the 2026 Volunteer Manager of the Year Awards. Event program and registration details will be shared in the coming weeks.

Click on the link below to submit an expression of interest to attend the Seminar.

https://volunteeringact.org.au/volunteer-leaders-seminar/

12/10/2026

FINAL CALL! ⌛️

Nominations for the 2026 Volunteer Manager of the Year Awards close tomorrow, 5pm, Wednesday 14 October!

Don’t miss your chance to recognise an outstanding volunteer leader in our community. Whether they empower their teams, foster a culture of giving or support behind the scenes —every story matters. 💚

Awards are presented to an individual volunteer manager or a volunteer management team whose leadership and inclusive practices have shaped and strengthened volunteer programs in an organisation and/or in the Canberra Region.

Nominations are open for four award categories -

🏆️Volunteer Manager of the Year - Excellence in Best Practice
🏆️Volunteer Manager of the Year - Excellence in Inclusion
🏆️Volunteer Manager of the Year - Excellence in Community Impact
🏆️Volunteer Management Team of the Year

Learn more and submit a nomination today - https://volunteeringact.org.au/volunteermanageroftheyearawards/

12/10/2026

Nominations for the 2026 Volunteer Manager of the Year Awards are closing soon!

Don’t miss your chance to recognise an outstanding volunteer leader in our community. Whether they empower their teams, foster a culture of giving or support behind the scenes —every story matters.

Submit your nomination before the deadline - 5pm, Wednesday 14 October.

Awards are presented to an individual volunteer manager or a volunteer management team whose leadership and inclusive practices have shaped and strengthened volunteer programs in an organisation and/or in the Canberra Region.

Nominations are open for four award categories -

🏆️Volunteer Manager of the Year - Excellence in Best Practice
🏆️Volunteer Manager of the Year - Excellence in Inclusion
🏆️Volunteer Manager of the Year - Excellence in Community Impact
🏆️Volunteer Management Team of the Year

Learn more and submit a nomination today - https://volunteeringact.org.au/volunteermanageroftheyearawards/

09/10/2026

Today is World Mental Health Day - a reminder that kindness, inclusion, and collective action can make a significant difference for everyone. This year’s theme, "Together We Thrive," recognises connection remains a powerful way to support your mental health and wellbeing. 😍

Volunteering is a meaningful way to connect—sharing stories, building friendships, and enhancing connections. Find a volunteering opportunity today! 100s of opportunities available across Canberra - https://volunteeringact.org.au/volunteers/find-an-opportunity/

08/10/2026

Nominations for the 2026 Volunteer Manager of the Year Awards close next week - Wednesday, 14 October 2026!

Don’t miss your chance to recognise an outstanding volunteer leader in our community. Whether they empower their teams, foster a culture of giving or support behind the scenes —every story matters.

Awards are presented to an individual volunteer manager or a volunteer management team whose leadership and inclusive practices have shaped and strengthened volunteer programs in an organisation and/or in the Canberra Region.

Nominations are open for four award categories -

🏆️Volunteer Manager of the Year - Excellence in Best Practice
🏆️Volunteer Manager of the Year - Excellence in Inclusion
🏆️Volunteer Manager of the Year - Excellence in Community Impact
🏆️Volunteer Management Team of the Year

Learn more and submit a nomination today - https://volunteeringact.org.au/volunteermanageroftheyearawards/

08/10/2026

Save the date! 🤩

We’re excited to announce that our 2026 Volunteer Leaders Seminar will be on Thursday, 5 November 2026.

The Volunteer Leaders Seminar is organised annually by VolunteeringACT in celebration of International Volunteer Managers Day. The 2026 Seminar will be a masterclass on the Volunteer Involvement Cycle, showcasing best practices and innovative approaches from the sector across different stages of the cycle.

Mark your calendars and stay tuned for program details and registration information.

Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and grow with fellow community leaders!

Submit your expression of interest today to secure your spot.

https://volunteeringact.org.au/volunteer-leaders-seminar/

07/10/2026

There’s still time! We’ve extended the nomination deadline for the 2026 Volunteer Manager of the Year Awards to 5pm, Wednesday 14 October.

Nominate your outstanding volunteer manager or volunteer management team today—don’t wait until the last minute to celebrate their impact.

The Volunteer Manager of the Year Awards are an annual celebration for volunteer managers in the ACT and surrounding areas. Awards are presented to an individual volunteer manager or a volunteer management team whose leadership and inclusive practices have shaped and strengthened volunteer programs in an organisation and/or in the Canberra Region.

Learn more and submit a nomination today!

https://volunteeringact.org.au/volunteermanageroftheyearawards/

02/10/2026

VolunteeringACT City Walk office and Community Info Hub will be closed on Monday, 5 October, for public holiday. We will reopen on Tuesday, 6 October 2026.

If you or someone you know is looking for support, please contact:

✅️ LIFELINE Crisis Support: 13 11 14 https://www.lifeline.org.au/
✅️ Domestic Violence Crisis Support Line: (02) 6280 0900
✅️ 13 YARN, talk with an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Crisis Supporter: 13 92 76 https://www.13yarn.org.au/
✅️ Beyond Blue: 1300 224 636 https://www.beyondblue.org.au/
✅️ Su***de Call Back Service: 1300 659 467 https://www.suicidecallbackservice.org.au/
✅️ MensLine Australia: 1300 78 99 78 (24/7) https://menslink.org.au/
✅️ Kids Helpline: 1800 551 822 (24/7) https://kidshelpline.com.au/
✅️ Open Arms – Veterans and Families Counselling: 1800 011 046 (24/7) https://www.openarms.gov.au/
✅️ Drug and Alcohol Support Line: (02) 6207 9977

29/09/2026

Volunteering is more than just helping—it’s about spreading kindness, sparking new ideas, bringing people together, and making our community stronger.

The Volunteering Awards, Canberra Region are a chance for all of us to recognise the efforts of local volunteers and inspire more people to step forward. 💙

Nominations are open for 2026! There are seven categories to submit a nomination:

🏆️ Community Support Award
🏆️ Young Volunteer of the Year Award
🏆️ Senior Volunteer of the Year Award
🏆️ First Nations Volunteer of the Year Award
🏆️ Inclusion Award
🏆️ Volunteer Leadership Award
🏆️ Volunteer Team of the Year Award

Learn more and submit a nomination - https://volunteeringact.org.au/volunteeringawardscanberraregion/

Let’s honour our local volunteers who give their time, heart, and hope to others.

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☎️ 02 6251 4060

29/09/2026