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Sample exit interview template

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This template provides an example structure for conducting volunteer exit interviews. It includes key questions to help organisations gather feedback on volunteer experiences, engagement and reasons for leaving.

The resource supports organisations to reflect on volunteer program effectiveness and identify opportunities for improvement in recruitment, support and retention practices.

Benefits for volunteer managers

  • develop structured and consistent exit interview processes
  • gather valuable feedback on volunteer experiences
  • support continuous improvement of volunteer programs
  • strengthen organisational learning and retention strategies.

How to apply this resource

This template is most useful when conducting exit interviews, reviewing volunteer experiences, or strengthening offboarding and continuous improvement processes.

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