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What If the Problem Isn’t Volunteer Recruitment?
What if volunteers aren’t the problem? Rethink recruitment by designing flexible, purposeful roles that fit how people actually want to contribute tod...
What Do Volunteers Actually Want in 2026?
What do volunteers really want in 2026? Explore changing expectations around flexibility, purpose, connection, skills, wellbeing and belonging.
AI and Volunteering: Threat, Tool or Opportunity?
AI could change volunteering but not necessarily by replacing people. Explore how it could create new roles, unlock skills and make more room for huma...
Are We Designing Volunteering for the Way People Live?
Are we designing volunteering around how people live today? Explore flexible, episodic and micro-volunteering & rethink how organisations design volun...
A Second Chance to Give Back
How can community organisations safely include people completing community service or volunteering before court? Practical steps for a safe second cha...
Finding Community and Confidence Through Volunteering
Volunteering has allowed me to share my skills and passions with others while continuing to learn from the people around me.
A Bridge to Belonging
New to Auckland? Volunteering can help you connect, belong, and boost wellbeing while making a meaningful impact in the community
Values in Action
Personal and religious values inspire many people to volunteer. Discover what this means for recruiting purpose-driven volunteers.
What Does Success Really Look Like?
What if success isn't measured by numbers, but by someone simply choosing to show up? A thoughtful reflection on volunteering, impact and what really...
The Invitation Gap
The lesson is simple: people are often willing to help—but they need an invitation
Volunteer Stories
The Noise, the Smell and the Excitement
“Walking in front of cars revving and raring to go might look dangerous but ... " Read Russell's story about volunteering at Waikaraka Park Family Sp...