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Volunteering and the Australian curriculum

This resource brings together lesson plans and units of work that align volunteering activities with curriculum outcomes. The webpage links volunteering to the Australian Curriculum and supports educators and organisations to engage young people in volunteering.

Benefits for volunteer managers

  • develop partnerships with schools and educators
  • connect volunteering to curriculum learning
  • engage young people in volunteering
  • create meaningful youth volunteering pathways.

How to apply this resource

Use this resource when working with schools or youth programs to integrate volunteering into learning activities.

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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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