Boroondara Volunteer Resource Centre

03/09/2026

📣 Reminder: Volunteer Leader Network Meeting – Tuesday 8 September

Looking for new ways to attract and retain volunteers? Join us for our next Volunteer Leader Network meeting exploring:

💡 Smarter Recruitment: Using Data and Flexibility to Attract Volunteers

Guest speakers:
🔹 Boroondara's Social Research Analyst, sharing local volunteer data, trends and opportunities.
🔹 Maureen LeGassick from Volunteering Victoria, presenting on how flexible volunteering can support recruitment and retention.

This is a great opportunity to connect with fellow volunteer leaders, share ideas and learn practical strategies to strengthen your volunteer programs.

🗓️ Tuesday 8 September
⏰ 9.30am - 11.15am
👇Book Now:

Join us online at our September network meeting to share ideas and learn from fellow volunteer leaders.

25/08/2026

⚖️ Last Chance to Register: Managing Volunteers and the Law Workshop

Volunteers are at the heart of our organisations, but managing volunteers comes with important legal responsibilities.

Join Justice Connect's Not-for-profit Law program for a practical, informative workshop designed to help volunteer managers build safe, compliant and effective volunteer programs.

✅ Recruit volunteers fairly and safely
✅ Understand duty of care and workplace responsibilities
✅ Meet child safety requirements
✅ Manage risk and legal obligations
✅ Navigate challenging volunteer issues and exits
✅ Access practical tools, resources and expert advice

📅 Thursday 27 August
🕙 10.00am - 1.00pm
💻 Online via Zoom

Whether you're new to volunteer management or looking for a refresher, this workshop will provide valuable insights and practical guidance you can apply immediately.

Register:

Join our free online workshop to learn about legal obligations to safely recruit and manage a volunteer workforce.

21/08/2026

Are you confident your volunteer program is meeting its legal obligations? 🤔

From recruitment and child safety requirements to managing risk and volunteer conduct, volunteer managers have a range of legal responsibilities to navigate.

This practical workshop from Justice Connect will help you understand the key legal considerations and provide tools you can apply in your organisation straight away.

📅 Thursday 27 August
🕙 10.00am - 1.00pm
💻 Online via Zoom

Register here: https://ow.ly/73BY50ZxXLy

17/08/2026

Is your organisation creating opportunities that work for young people?

Young Victorians are showing up, big time. 💥

In fact, 69% volunteer – the highest participation rate of any age group. As National Youth Volunteer Week comes to a close, that’s worth celebrating. 🥳

Young people are giving their time and getting behind the things they care about. But how they volunteer may look different to the generations before them.

So for organisations and leaders of volunteers, it’s worth asking: are we creating opportunities that work for young people?

🔗 Explore more insights in our Youth Snapshot: https://buff.ly/1gONszr

10/08/2026

⚖️ Managing Volunteers and the Law Workshop

Do you manage volunteers in your organisation? Understanding your legal obligations is essential to creating a safe, positive and compliant volunteering environment.

Join Justice Connect's Not-for-profit Law program for this practical online workshop covering:
✔️ Recruiting volunteers fairly and safely
✔️ Duty of care and workplace responsibilities
✔️ Child safety requirements
✔️ Managing risks and legal responsibilities
✔️ Reviewing or ending volunteer relationships
✔️ Helpful resources and practical tips

📅 Thursday 27 August
🕙 10.00am - 1.00pm
💻 Online via Zoom

Register now:
https://ow.ly/73BY50ZxXLy

Join our free online workshop to learn about legal obligations to safely recruit and manage a volunteer workforce.

10/08/2026

🌟 National Youth Volunteer Week 10-16 August 🌟

Thinking about volunteering but not sure where to start?

The BVRC is a great place for young people to discover meaningful volunteer opportunities and access practical tips to help them begin their volunteering journey.

Our Volunteering Opportunities for Young People Guide features a wide range of organisations across Boroondara that welcome young volunteers. Simply browse the directory and contact organisations directly using the details provided to find a role that's right for you.

Explore opportunities in areas such as:
💚 Community Services
🌱 Environment & Sustainability
🏥 Healthcare
👵 Seniors & Aged Care
⚽ Sport & Recreation
🎭 Arts & Culture
🐾 Animal Welfare

Whether you're looking to gain experience, meet new people, build your skills, or give back to your community, there's a volunteering opportunity waiting for you.

Check out our Volunteering Opportunities for Young People Guide and get started today! https://ow.ly/mxfX50ZxX7I

24/07/2026

🤝Connect with local organisations at Good Connections 🤝

If you run a business or not‑for‑profit, don’t miss our free networking event, Good Connections. In this interactive session, run by industry experts Hatrick and Co, you’ll have the chance to meet other local organisations, share ideas, explore opportunities to work together and strengthen your networking skills. Whether you’re looking to grow your organisation or explore ways to contribute to the community, Good Connections is the perfect opportunity to help you take the next step.

📅 Thursday 20 August 2026
🕕 6.00 pm - 9.00 pm
📍 Hawthorn Arts Centre
Register now: https://ow.ly/ruVh50ZsawP

10/07/2026

📢 Reminder: Volunteer Leader Network Meeting – Thursday 16 July

A few places are still available, so don't miss this opportunity to join the next Volunteer Leader Network Meeting, featuring Bec Miller, Head of SEEK Volunteer.

Stay up to date with the latest trends shaping the volunteering sector as Bec shares insights on:

Bec will share valuable insights on:
✅ New AI functionality and its impact on volunteering
✅ Changes in volunteer opportunity numbers
✅ Trends in converting volunteer applications into active volunteers
✅ Shifts in volunteer supply and demand across the sector
This practical session will provide valuable insights and takeaways that you can apply directly to your volunteer engagement and recruitment strategies.

Thursday 16 July | 9.30am – 11.15 online

Register: https://VLNMJuly2026.eventbrite.com.au
Not a member? Apply here: https://ow.ly/pimR50YQRz8

16/06/2026

Emotional Intelligence Training – Build Stronger Workplace Relationships

🌟Spots still available! Sign up now!🌟

Develop your emotional intelligence and gain practical skills to manage your responses with confidence at work and in everyday life.

Join this engaging session to explore what emotional intelligence is, why it matters, and how it can improve communication, relationships, and decision making.

What You’ll Learn:

✔ How to read and understand emotions
✔ Your own level of emotional intelligence
✔ The Johari window and what you reveal to others
✔ How to build resilience
✔ Social awareness and empathy skills
✔ How different cultures respond to and express emotions
✔ Ways to positively influence others
✔ How to have emotionally intelligent conversations
✔ How to recognise and avoid manipulation and emotional dishonesty
✔ How to lead with emotional intelligence

Participants will also have the opportunity to complete a personality profile to better understand their own style and how it may differ from others.

📅 When: Thursday 25 June | 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
📍 Where: Boroondara Room, City of Boroondara Offices, 8 Inglesby Rd, Camberwell
🎯 Audience: Members of the Boroondara Volunteer Resource Centre
(Not a member? Register today!)
💲 Cost: Free

👉 Register now: https://emotional-intelligence-training-tickets.eventbrite.com.au

To explore more events for volunteers and volunteer leaders, visit Volunteering | City of Boroondara or sign up for updates.

04/06/2026

🌟 Emotional Intelligence Training – Build Stronger Workplace Relationships

Develop your emotional intelligence and gain practical skills to manage your responses with confidence at work and in everyday life.
Join this engaging session to explore what emotional intelligence is, why it matters, and how it can improve communication, relationships, and decision making.

What You’ll Learn:
✔ How to read and understand emotions
✔ Your own level of emotional intelligence
✔ The Johari window and what you reveal to others
✔ How to build resilience
✔ Social awareness and empathy skills
✔ How different cultures respond to and express emotions
✔ Ways to positively influence others
✔ How to have emotionally intelligent conversations
✔ How to recognise and avoid manipulation and emotional dishonesty
✔ How to lead with emotional intelligence

Participants will also have the opportunity to complete a personality profile to better understand their own style and how it may differ from others.

📅 When: Thursday 25 June | 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
📍 Where: City of Boroondara Offices, 8 Inglesby Rd, Camberwell
🎯 Audience: Members of the Boroondara Volunteer Resource Centre
(Not a member? Register today!)
💲 Cost: Free
👉 Register now: https://ow.ly/96eu50Z7pu6

To explore more events for volunteers and volunteer leaders, visit Volunteering | City of Boroondara or sign up for updates.

Build stronger relationships, communicate more effectively, and respond with confidence in challenging situations. Register now!