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Volunteer information sessions

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This guide provides practical advice on developing and delivering volunteer information sessions. It outlines how to plan sessions that introduce organisations, roles and expectations to prospective volunteers.

The resource supports organisations to engage potential volunteers effectively, helping them understand opportunities and make informed decisions about involvement.

Benefits for volunteer managers

  • plan and deliver volunteer recruitment sessions
  • increase engagement of prospective volunteers
  • strengthen volunteer program promotion and planning.

How to apply this resource

This guide is most useful when planning recruitment activities, hosting volunteer information sessions, or improving engagement and outreach strategies.

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Volunteering Australia is the national peak body for volunteering, working to advance volunteering in the Australian community. Their vision is to promote strong, connected communities through volunteering, and their mission is to lead, strengthen, promote and celebrate volunteering in Australia.
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