Volunteers give their time, skills and passion to make a difference. In this interactive one-hour session, explore how meaningful recognition can enhance volunteer satisfaction, strengthen engagement and improve retention. Learn practical, low-cost strategies to celebrate contributions, create a culture of appreciation, and ensure volunteers feel valued for the impact they make.

Participants will learn:

Why volunteer recognition is essential for engagement, wellbeing and retention
The principles of meaningful and inclusive volunteer recognition
Practical ways to recognise volunteers formally and informally
How to tailor recognition to different volunteer motivations and preferences
Strategies for embedding appreciation into everyday volunteer management practices
How Standard 7 supports a positive and sustainable volunteer culture
Actions they can implement immediately within their organisation to improve volunteer recognition and retention.

Who should attend?
Volunteer managers, coordinators, and leaders from community groups, sporting clubs, and Volunteer Involving Organisations who have attended An Introduction to the National Standards for Volunteer Involvement.

Why attend?

Gain actionable insights to improve recruitment and inclusivity
Network with peers and share best practices
Earn 1 CPD point for professional development

Continuous Professional Development for Professional Leaders of Volunteers CPD PLV Points:
Earn up to 1 CPD PLV point for attending this online session.
Learn more about CPD PLV with Volunteering WA and how to register via the CPD PLV link.

Cost: Free for Volunteering WA Members proudly funded by the Australian Government Department of Social Services and $30 for Non Members

If you would like to check your membership status, or if you have any questions about this session, please contact the Member Services Team at membership@volunteeringwa.org.au

Contact the host of Standard 7: Volunteer are Recognised