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National Standards for Volunteer Involvement

The National Standards for Volunteer Involvement are a best practice framework to guide volunteer involvement in Australia. They are an essential resource for Volunteer Managers.
1 minute read
Volunteering Australia
General
Guides

National Strategy for Volunteering

The National Strategy for Volunteering (2023 – 2033) is Australia’s blueprint for a reimagined future for volunteering. It provides a ten-year roadmap to work collectively towards the Strategy’s vision: to make volunteering the heart of Australian communities
1 minute read
Volunteering Australia
General
Guides

Be Prepared: Managing volunteers in emergencies

A guide on how to manage both trained and spontaneous volunteers in emergencies. This guide includes templates and checklists.
1 minute read
Volunteering ACT
Emergency Volunteering, General
e-learning

Becoming an Inclusive Volunteer Mentor

This online course equips volunteers to mentor participants with disabilities as part of the Inclusive Volunteering Pathways to Employment Program. It covers inclusion, disability, and mentor responsibilities
1 minute read
The Knowledge Base, Volunteering ACT, The Centre for Volunteering, Volunteering Tasmania
General
e-learning

Do More with Less: Implementing Effective Volunteer Management on a Shoestring Budget

This eLearning program, complete with videos and downloadable resources, will help put your mind at ease and give you real attainable strategies and ideas as a new volunteer coordinator or if you are starting up a volunteer program.
1 minute read
The Knowledge Base, The Centre for Volunteering, Sydney Children's Hospital
Chronic Illness, Disability +2 more
e-learning

Understanding Disability

This article, guides and online courses offer information on disability awareness for volunteers and volunteer managers, promoting inclusive volunteer environments.
1 minute read
The Knowledge Base, The Centre for Volunteering, People with Disability Australia
Disability, General
e-learning

Volunteer Management Handbook

The Volunteer Management Handbook E-learning Series is a free resource designed to help new, existing and aspiring Volunteer Managers in their role.
1 minute read
The Knowledge Base, The Centre for Volunteering
General
e-learning

Manage and Promote Diversity

This online course teaches strategies for creating a respectful, inclusive work environment that values diversity. It covers communication, leadership, and creating effective diversity plans.
1 minute read
The Knowledge Base, Volunteering ACT, The Centre for Volunteering, Volunteering Queensland, Volunteering SA&NT, Volunteering Tasmania, Volunteering Victoria, Volunteering WA
Youth or Student, Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) +6 more
e-learning

Use Communication to Build Relationships

This online course teaches communication skills for building trust, managing conflict, and fostering collaboration in the workplace.
1 minute read
The Knowledge Base, Volunteering ACT, The Centre for Volunteering, Volunteering Queensland, Volunteering SA&NT, Volunteering Tasmania, Volunteering Victoria, Volunteering WA
General
Articles & Reports

Engaging and Leading Volunteers

This article and guides provide an overview of volunteer engagement for leaders who manage volunteers.
1 minute read
The Knowledge Base, Volunteering ACT, The Centre for Volunteering, Volunteering Queensland, Volunteering SA&NT, Volunteering Tasmania, Volunteering Victoria
General
Information

Engaging Newly Arrived Migrants

This article explains how volunteering helps new migrants in Australia connect, learn & contribute. It includes resources to help recruit and support migrant volunteers.
1 minute read
The Knowledge Base, Volunteering ACT, The Centre for Volunteering, Volunteering Queensland, Volunteering SA&NT, Volunteering Tasmania, Volunteering Victoria, Volunteering WA, Canterbury City Community Centre - Skills Training and Resource Service, Special Broadcasting Service (SBS)
Migrants, General
e-learning

Engaging Volunteers with Disability

These guides, videos and e-learning helps volunteer organisations attract, support, and retain volunteers with disabilities, including those with autism and cerebral palsy. It provides practical tips and tools for creating a more inclusive environment.
1 minute read
The Knowledge Base, Volunteering ACT, The Centre for Volunteering, Volunteering Queensland, Volunteering SA&NT, Volunteering Tasmania, Volunteering Victoria, Volunteering WA
Disability, General
Information

Using Plain Language to Improve Accessibility

This information, guide and weblinks explains plain language principles for clear and inclusive communication. It includes tips for using everyday words, structuring sentences, and providing definitions.
1 minute read
The Knowledge Base, Volunteering ACT, The Centre for Volunteering, Volunteering Queensland, Volunteering SA&NT, Volunteering Tasmania, Volunteering Victoria, Volunteering WA
General
Factsheets

Volunteer Training

This guide highlights the importance of volunteer training for skill development, safety, and volunteer satisfaction. It offers tips for creating and delivering training programs.
1 minute read
The Knowledge Base, Volunteering ACT, The Centre for Volunteering, Volunteering Queensland, Volunteering SA&NT, Volunteering Tasmania, Volunteering Victoria, Volunteering WA
General
Information

Depression and Anxiety

This information, videos, guides and weblinks explain depression, anxiety, and their connection. It also provides self-help options and referrals to crisis support resources in Australia.
1 minute read
The Knowledge Base, The Centre for Volunteering
Mental Health and Wellbeing, General
Information

General Resources

This information provides an overview and weblinks for various mental health services in Australia, including helplines, online resources, and support for specific needs.
1 minute read
The Knowledge Base, The Centre for Volunteering
Mental Health and Wellbeing, General