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Evidence insights: volunteering and mental health

This resource summarises research evidence on the relationship between volunteering and mental health and wellbeing.

Benefits for volunteer managers

  • design of volunteering roles that promote positive mental health and wellbeing
  • support wellbeing in volunteer roles
  • understand potential risks and challenges related to volunteering and mental health.

How to apply this resource

Use this research to inform policy, program design and support strategies related to volunteer wellbeing.

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VolunteeringACT is the peak body for volunteering and community information in the Canberra Region, as well as being a service provider of programs for people experiencing disadvantage and isolation, people with disability, and people needing support for mental wellness.
info@volunteeringact.org.au 02 6251 4060
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