This guide supports organisations to better involve independent young volunteers, particularly those in their teens and twenties. It explains why engaging young people is important and highlights practical considerations for creating youth friendly volunteering opportunities.
The resource provides guidance across key focus areas, helping organisations adapt their recruitment, engagement and support practices to better meet the motivations and expectations of young volunteers.
Benefits for volunteer managers
- supports inclusive involvement of young volunteers.
- helps organisations respond to youth motivations and expectations.
- supports effective recruitment and engagement practices.
- contributes to sustainable volunteer participation.
How to apply this resource
This guide is most useful when reviewing volunteer programs, planning recruitment strategies, or developing practices to better engage and support young volunteers.
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