To launch the new issue of the fortnightly magazine, we run a breakfast where the vendors are invited to come along and hear what's in the new edition before it goes on sale. This offers participants the opportunity to check in with fellow vendors, Big Issue staff and have a hot meal.

Location: The Big Issue, 476 Pitt St, Haymarket, NSW 2000

Specific Volunteer Responsibilities

Help with set up and pack down
Helping to greet vendors outside the building and direct them to the right place
Preparing and serving food and coffee to vendors
Interacting with vendors, engaging in some positive light-hearted conversation
Helping to clean up after the launch event
Assisting Vendor Support on the day with any other duties that need to be carried out

Please note: There's a maximum of 3 volunteer spots available per session.

What to bring

Wear comfortable clothes and closed toed shoes. The Big Issue will provide an apron and gloves.

Contacts – if you have any questions or can no longer attend your volunteering shift, please contact us at volunteering@bigissue.org.au

About The Big Issue

The Big Issue is an independent, not-for-profit organization that develops sustainable solutions to help people experiencing homelessness to positively change their lives.
We are best known for The Big Issue magazine: a fortnightly, independent magazine sold on the streets by vendors who are working to improve their lives. The concept is simple: vendors buy copies of The Big Issue for $4.50 and sell them for $9, earning a meaningful income.
The Big Issue relies on the incredible help from our volunteers to assist with running our various programs around Australia.

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