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Volunteering for wellbeing
Wellbeing is a journey, not a destination. Volunteering offers a chance to reconnect—with others, with purpose, and with yourself—on that journey.
How to grow a volunteer programme to support a small charity’s expansion
Growing your volunteer programme to support the sustainable growth of your organisation - a smart strategy and a necessary step
The ROI of Volunteering: A Measure of Impact or a Metric for Funders?
By embracing a holistic view of ROI, we can better honour volunteers’ contributions while building strong, sustainable, and evidence-based volunteer p...
Volunteering: A Powerful Pathway to Employment
Between jobs, changing careers, or starting out? Volunteering can equip you with skills, networks, and confidence you need to move closer to employmen...
Stronger Together: The Power of Volunteering in Building Resilient Communities
Let’s commit to making a difference—one act of kindness at a time. Together, we can build a brighter future for everyone.
Weaving the People Together: Creating an Inclusive and Supportive Infrastructure
Community organisations can create environments where everyone, regardless of background or circumstance, feels empowered to contribute and connect
Weaving the People Together: The Power of Volunteering – Whiria Te Tangata
Volunteering is not just about giving time; it is about creating relationships, sharing knowledge, and working together towards a common good.
Creating Flexible and Inclusive Volunteer Roles for All
Developing flexible and inclusive volunteer roles is essential for community organisations to thrive in today’s diverse world.
Navigating difficult conversations in volunteer settings: A guide for leaders of volunteers
With preparation, empathy, and a focus on shared purpose, "difficult conversations" can become powerful tools for building volunteer teams.
A Force for Change and Sustainability: The Role of Youth in Volunteering & Activism
The legacy of youth activism in NZ is a testament to the power of young people to shape the course of history and build a better tomorrow
Volunteer Stories
Beyond Expectations
As an international student just arriving in New Zealand I wanted to find a way to familiarise myself with the new environment. Completely by chance I...