National Volunteer Week

The theme for National Volunteer Week this year - ‘Something for Everyone' - recognises the significant diversity of Volunteer skills and opportunities, highlighting everyone in our society can find meaning and make a difference as a Volunteer. Volunteering Australia, the national peak body for volunteering says of this year’s theme:

“National Volunteer Week 2024 will recognise the diverse passions and talents everyone brings to the act of volunteering.

It’s an invitation to explore the myriad of opportunities available, emphasising that there’s a place for everyone in the world of volunteering. Whether you’re drawn to environmental causes, community outreach, education, or beyond, there’s a place where your unique skills and interests can flourish.

Let’s come together during National Volunteer Week, embracing this theme to showcase the vast spectrum of possibilities and the transformative impact that emerges when everyone finds their meaningful role in making a difference.”

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“I have found only when I am happily providing my self-offering service to others who are in need of receiving my service and I am doing it based on the act of goodness, without any expectation in return, it gives me a calm and peaceful feeling. It is very fulfilling, well beyond expression.”

Tahereh Ziaian – City of Adelaide Community Centre Volunteer and Professor in Psychology (community health)”

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“Volunteering means being able to share life experience and skills with people who can benefit from those skills, in a very direct and simple way. It’s a flexible, part time experience, freely given, readily adaptable to circumstances. For both volunteers and help group members, there’s always something to learn for everyone.”

Grace Newhaven – City of Adelaide Volunteer

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“What motivates me to volunteer is the affirmation I receive from tourists and locals alike. They are most appreciative of the assistance they receive and we are regularly told by visitors that they did not realise Adelaide had so much more to offer – our contribution is making a difference.”

Carmen O’Brien – City Guide, Visitor Information Service

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Our volunteers make the city a more welcoming place for all. City of Adelaide has 227 active volunteers who assist in a range of areas. Some of these include:

  • Running Meditation classes
  • Upkeep of the Park Lands BMX track
  • Greeting interstate and overseas visitors
  • Town Hall tour guides
  • Central Market shopping bus assistant
  • Events support
  • Weeding and planting for biodiversity of the Park Lands
  • Pooch Pals dog walking
  • Various roles at our City Libraries
  • Justice of the Peace Service

Find out more about how you can become a volunteer with us here.

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