Volunteering is a wonderful way to commit to meaningful action by helping others, while also improving your own mental health and well-being.

We recognise the vital role that volunteers play in community groups and non-profit organisations. However, we also understand the challenges in finding and retaining these invaluable individuals.

That’s why we are offering this workshop to help organisations and groups recruit, retain, and recognise their volunteers. By using effective, evidence-based strategies, you can enhance volunteer experiences and ensure the sustainability of your programs.

The event will be divided into two parts:

Jason, from St John WA Paramedic and Resuscitation Improvement Specialist Jason Belcher will be presenting on sudden cardiac arrest in the community and why first-aid qualified volunteers are necessary to help save lives, as well as the importance of publicly accessible defibrillators (AEDs) in a cardiac emergency. Cardiac arrest can happen to anyone, even children - that’s why the State Government mandated AEDs in schools. Learn more here: https://news.stjohnwa.com.au/it-takes-a-system-to-save-a-victim-resus-expert/
Alecia Hancock, a renowned marketing strategist, will present strategies for recruiting volunteers through social media platforms.
Rodney Glossop, a parkrun Ambassador, will share his personal experiences and highlight the Volunteer Toolkit for recruiting, retaining, and recognising volunteers
Maryann Tsai, one of the winners of the Volunteer Award and owner of Reach Her, will share her testimony and experiences as a volunteer and non-for-profit that relate on volunteers.

Location: Makuru Room - Town of Victoria Park Administration Building, 99 Shepperton Road, Victoria Park
Parking: Staff parking will be available for use behind the building (entry off Shepperton Road)
Arrival time: 5.30pm (for a 6pm start)
Speakers: Alecia Hancock and Rodney Glossop.

Light refreshments will be provided.