Volunteer Society | Western Australian Volunteers

How it started

It all began with a T design and a freezing cold swim.

We realised that a lot of young people volunteer. You just do it differently.

Some of the folks we worked with for this campaign didn’t even see their contribution as volunteering… even though they raised a truckload of cash (shoutout to Oli from Oli Clothing) and started a national mental health movement (we’re talking about you, Jian and Ryan from Cold Nips).

The way you volunteer is what matters because you have the power to change everything.

Welcome to… VWA Volunteer Society

As Oli says, “It’s not about being a saint.”

That’s the thing, you can have a good time volunteering, you can meet your kinda people. It’s okay (even mandatory) to get something out of it yourself. Your time is so valuable and having a volunteer experience needs to suit you.

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You’re a vibe hunter with a big heart.

Finding what lights you up is key. And being able to do that thing with people you connect with; that’s the joy of it.

You’re hungry for opportunities to lose (or find) yourself in the moment and contribute to meaningful change.

So, what will it be? Social, expert, or upskill.

What is your passion

Choose a cause where your expertise will shine. This is your chance to give back in a meaningful way.

Animal Welfare

You have more than two pets at home and know random facts about marsupials. This is for you if you’re passionate about our furry friends.

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Culture

Whether it’s the arts, Aboriginal culture, or filmmaking that has you leaping out of bed in the morning, there’s a role here with your name on it.

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Environment

Friends can usually find you at local climate change rallies chanting, “There is no Planet B”. Shape your world with one of these roles.

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Mental Health

Perhaps you have a personal experience or story that fuels this passion, but one thing is clear – mental health is really important to you.

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Education

You firmly believe that everyone should have access to good education and that it can empower people to change their lives.

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Health

Nutrition and fitness are central to your life. Your body is a temple, and you want the world to feel the same way about theirs.

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Human Rights

You’re a fierce advocate for human rights and can out-debate anyone on social and political issues. Whether it’s racial equity or gender equality, there’s a role here for you.

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What’s the point?

A limited edition VWA Society Oli shirt, that’s the point.

Okay, it’s definitely more than that.

We hear a lot of things like irreversible, systemic change, global crisis; but, “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has.”

Margaret Mead said it first but we’re yet to find a way to say it any better.