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Guides

Be Prepared: Managing volunteers in emergencies

A guide on how to manage both trained and spontaneous volunteers in emergencies. This guide includes templates and checklists.
1 minute read
Volunteering ACT
Emergency Volunteering, General
Research and Reports

The Social And Economic Sustainability Of WA’s Rural Volunteer Workforce

This report explores the crucial role volunteers play in sustaining rural communities across Western Australia (WA). It highlights the social and economic benefits volunteers bring, focusing particularly on the contributions of women and parents with young children.
1 minute read
Kirsten Holmes, Amanda Davies, Leonie Lockstone-Binney, Mary O’Halloran, Faith Ong
Youth or Student, Women +1 more
Research and Reports

Developing Generation-Based Volunteer Management Practices

This study explores the experiences of volunteers across five generations in Atlanta, aiming to understand their preferences for volunteering.
1 minute read
Tonya Renee' Howard
Youth or Student, Older Volunteers +1 more
Research and Reports

Volunteering and psychological contract

This document dives into the concept of volunteer management, emphasising the importance of the unspoken agreement between volunteers and organisations – the psychological contract.
1 minute read
M. Hager, K. Renfro
General
Factsheets

Volunteer Reward and Recognition

This document highlights the importance of valuing and appreciating volunteers. It offers practical strategies for volunteer organisations to enhance motivation and retention, such as saying thank you, including volunteers in decision-making, and offering training sessions.
1 minute read
Volunteering Queensland
General
Articles & Reports

Young People as Volunteers: A guide to moving beyond traditional practices

This report by Volunteering Queensland offers strategies for engaging young volunteers, highlighting the importance of a flexible culture, networking, and partnerships. It includes case studies of successful organisations and emphasises the benefits of youth involvement in community activities.
1 minute read
Volunteering Queensland
Youth or Student, Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) +1 more
Articles & Reports

Youth Leading Youth: A Look at Organisations Led by Young People

The report, based on the 'Youth Leading Youth' research project by Volunteering Qld, highlights the importance of culture, engagement strategies, and leadership in youth-led organisations. It offers practical recommendations for attracting, retaining, and motivating young volunteers.
1 minute read
Volunteering Queensland
Youth or Student, General
Volunteer Resources

Sport Volunteer Resource Hub

Enhance your volunteer management by downloading resources, tools, and best practices to attract, retain, and celebrate volunteers in Australian sport.
1 minute read
Australian Sports Commission
General
Videos or Webinars

Sport Volunteering Webinar Series

Free volunteer recruitment, management and retention tips in our webinar series for Australian sporting organisations.
1 minute read
Australian Sports Commission
Youth or Student, Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) +2 more
Information

Introductory Self-Assessment Tool for Organisations

The Introductory Self-Assessment Tool for Organisations helps organisations learn about the National Principles, gives examples of what each principle might look like when implemented in practice, and prompts organisations to commit to taking concrete actions to improve their child safe practices.
1 minute read
The National Office for Child Safety
Youth or Student
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