Protecting privacy for volunteers

This guide outlines key principles for protecting the privacy of volunteers and managing personal information appropriately. It provides an overview of privacy obligations and good practice when collecting, storing and using volunteer information.

The resource supports Volunteering Involving Organisations to understand privacy responsibilities, manage risk and apply appropriate safeguards, noting that some legislative requirements are specific to Victoria.

Benefits for volunteer managers

• supports understanding of privacy principles and obligations.
• helps manage risks associated with handling personal information.
• supports compliant and ethical volunteer management practices.
• builds confidence in managing volunteer records and data.

How to apply this resource

This guide is most useful when developing or reviewing privacy practices, training staff and volunteers, or managing volunteer records and personal information.