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Supporting and promoting volunteering for over 50 years.

18/06/2026

How culturally aware and inclusive is your volunteer program or workplace?

Join this FREE workshop to explore cultural awareness, diversity, inclusion and unconscious bias, and gain practical strategies to build more respectful, inclusive and culturally appropriate environments.

Presented by Kate Lorenz from Diversity Australia, this session will help you better understand how your own cultural background shapes the way you interpret and engage with others.

Suitable for volunteer leaders, coordinators and community organisations committed to creating inclusive spaces.

Register now ➡️ https://buff.ly/ZsZnNRJ

17/06/2026

The Voices of Volunteering dives into the 2025 State of Volunteering Report - and it’s a must-listen for volunteers and volunteer managers alike.

The Centre speaks with Paul Muller, the report’s author, about the key findings shaping volunteering in NSW.

Discover fresh insights into:

➡️ What volunteering looks like across the state
➡️The value and impact of volunteering in NSW communities
➡️The experiences of people who lead volunteers

The 2025 Report builds on research over a five-year period, revealing how volunteering has evolved, and highlighting the strengths and challenges of the sector.

Listen to Episode 16 here ➡️ https://buff.ly/YSupZkb

16/06/2026

Congratulations to Cherie Gray - the first South Australian student to complete the Certificate IV in Coordination of Volunteer Programs (CHC44015). We spoke to Cherie about her experience and her top tips as a volunteer leader. Read her story here ➡️ https://buff.ly/8tAbpmQ

NSW Smart and Skilled student subsidies are available with the National School of Volunteer Management [RTO 90031] (conditions apply).

Learn more and enrol now ➡️ https://buff.ly/9un2mfj

Or contact [email protected]

This training is subsidised by the NSW Government.

15/06/2026

What motivates volunteers to stay engaged for the long term?

Join our Masterclass: Matching Volunteer Motivations to Improve Engagement and

➡️Explore the key psychological drivers behind volunteering
➡️Learn how to design programs that strengthen engagement, retention and impact.

Drawing on the latest national data and proven motivation frameworks, this practical session will help you better understand and support your volunteers.

Register now for 22 June ➡️ https://buff.ly/99aVo57

12/06/2026

The Certificate IV in Co-ordination of Volunteer Programs (CHC44015) remains a targeted priority for NSW Smart and Skilled – and subsidies in NSW for eligible students have been extended.

You can enrol now through the National School of Volunteer Management [RTO 90031] (conditions apply).

Funding places are limited, so early enrolment is encouraged.

For more information on fees and eligibility visit ➡️ https://buff.ly/djjEU40

Or contact us on:
📞 0466 778 914
✉️ [email protected]

This training is subsidised by the NSW Government

10/06/2026

Explore the power of volunteering in the fight against food insecurity at our free webinar on Tuesday 16 June - Creating an Impact: Volunteering for a Cause ➡️https://buff.ly/nqpY7KB

Identify meaningful volunteering roles across NSW – from food banks and community kitchens to urban farms and food rescue – which can contribute to stronger communities and the global Sustainable Development Goals.

Use your skills to make a difference.

09/06/2026

Meet Gig Buddies!

They match adults with a learning disability and/or autism with volunteers who share similar interests so they can attend gigs, events and social activities together.

Since 2015, more than 700 volunteers have helped build confidence, reduce social isolation and create lifelong friendships - one gig at a time.

Learn more ➡️ https://buff.ly/RPMj2ou

Gig Buddies Sydney

08/06/2026

Build stronger cases for funding, showcase impact, and strengthen your organisation’s volunteering strategy.

Join our online session: Measuring the True Value of Volunteers on Tuesday 11 June.

This practical panel discussion will help you assess volunteer impact, combine data with powerful storytelling, and communicate volunteer value to stakeholders with confidence.

Register now ➡️ https://buff.ly/r7ZG7cc

04/06/2026

Voluntas offers free, confidential and independent conflict resolution services designed specifically for the volunteering sector.

Whether you're a volunteer or a volunteer-involving organisation, their team of expert mediators and conflict coaches are there to help you navigate tough conversations and create lasting solutions.

They can help you to:

➡️Resolve conflicts before they escalate
➡️Foster positive working relationships within your volunteer teams
➡️Gain valuable tools and skills to manage future conflicts

Contact The Centre to learn more ➡️ https://buff.ly/pnVzQKL

03/06/2026

Need advice on getting the best out of your volunteer program?

Our FREE Help Desk is here to support you.

Get in touch for advice on:
➡️ Broadening your volunteer base
➡️ Engaging diverse volunteers
➡️ Volunteer check requirements (Police Check, Working with Children Check etc)
➡️ Developing volunteer role descriptions – and more!

Call: 02 8295 7092 (10am-4pm Monday to Friday)

or email: [email protected]

Members of The Centre for Volunteering receive additional bespoke advice and support.

Address

40 Gloucester Street Level 3
The Rocks, NSW
2000

Opening Hours

Monday	10am - 4pm
Tuesday	10am - 4pm
Wednesday	10am - 4pm
Thursday	10am - 4pm
Friday	10am - 4pm

Telephone

+61292613600

Website

http://www.volunteering.com.au/

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