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Every Contribution Matters: Celebrating Inclusive Volunteering in Aotearoa
Celebrating UN International Volunteer Day 2025 and the launch of Mahi Tahi, Mahi Wātea, promoting inclusive volunteering for all abilities
For the Love of Volunteers .. and Horses
The future of volunteering depends on how we value people. Invest in volunteers, build genuine connection, strengthen communities and inspire lasting...
The Changing Face of Volunteering: From Traditional Roles to Volunteer-Led Movements
Volunteering is thriving—but only for organisations willing to embrace flexible, purpose-driven, and participatory ways of engaging people.
Volunteering Isn't Dying, Our Methods Are.
People still want to help. It’s up to us to evolve how we lead, design, and champion volunteering for lasting community impact.
Inspiring Curiosity Through Science
The future of volunteering is about nurturing a culture where volunteers feel valued, motivated, and able to create lasting impact.
Rethinking the Myth of a Volunteer Recruitment Problem
The future of volunteering doesn’t depend on finding willing people. It depends on our willingness to be bold and make change as leaders of volunteeri...
Embrace Change in Volunteering
The future of volunteering is inclusive. Remove barriers, meet diverse community needs, create opportunities for everyone to contribute and make a dif...
Building Resilient Communities through Volunteering
The future of volunteering needs bold leadership. Challenge norms, take risks, and rethink how volunteers contribute—today’s courageous choices shape...
Climate Action and Meaningful Volunteering
The future of volunteering is created by those who refuse to settle for what doesn’t work, and has the courage to change them
Supporting Success: Communicating with Non-Performing Volunteers
Communicating with non-performing volunteers isn’t about confrontation—it’s about care.
Volunteer Stories
Giving back to the community
After retiring and enjoying many years of family life, we both decided to try and put something back into the community.