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Issue 5, July 2010 |
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- Calling for nominations for the 2010 NSW Volunteer of the Year Award - Discover The Centre's NEW Members-Only and Youth Volunteering websites - The Centre for Volunteering's news, research reports, vacancies, staff updates and more |
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Calling for nominations for the 2010 NSW Volunteer of the Year Award The 2010 NSW Volunteer of the Year Award is calling for nominations for individual volunteers, volunteer teams and corporate volunteers. The NSW Volunteer of the Year Award program is an opportunity to further recognise the valuable efforts of these volunteers and is this year proudly supported by Westpac. Anyone can nominate and it's easy. There are three major categories of award:
Nominations are now open for 2010 and we are urging all organisations supported by volunteers to nominate your most dedicated volunteer or volunteer team. Nominate online or download a nomination form to complete offline. Nominations close on Thursday, 30 September 2010. If you require any further information please email Kristin Romanis or phone her on 0412 313 359. |
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2010 National Disability Awards: Social Inclusion Award
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| 2010 National Multicultural Marketing Awards The National Multicultural Marketing Awards have officially opened for 2010. The Awards are open to anyone in business in Australia with entries closing on 31 August 2010. Winners of the Awards will be officially announced at a Gala Presentation on 1 November 2010. A total of seven Awards will be given out on the evening of 1 November 2010, including Awards in the area of community, commercial sectors, advertising and government. Find out more |
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The Community Photo Bank is open to any community group that needs to illustrate some aspect of the life of the community. Our Community wants everyone to contribute to documenting Australian community life in all its infinite variety, and to encourage you to participate they're throwing in $5000 in prizes. Entries for the Photo Bank Award close 15 October 2010. |
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The site provides Articles, Case Studies, Info Sheets, Speeches, Presentations, Tools and Templates on: Corporate Volunteering, Ethnicity and Culture, Evaluation, General, International Volunteering, Law and Volunteering, Marketing, Membership and Fundraising, NFP Governance & Management, Recognising Volunteers, Seniors, Health and Volunteering, Social Media, Technology and Volunteerism, Value of Volunteering, Volunteer Management and Youth Volunteering. Visit The Centre's Member's-Only website today! Please note you will need a username and password to log on to the site. If you are a member of The Centre and have not received your new username and password, please email Kristin Romanis. |
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Download the Governance of NSW Not-for-profit Organisations Research Report |
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The Centre for Volunteering has launched its new Youth Volunteering website: a fabulous online resource for young people wanting to volunteers, schools wanting to set up Student Volunteer Programs and organisations wanting to engage young people as volunteers. A huge thank you to The Centre's Web Developer, Sarah Wu and Maia Giordano for all of their brilliant work. |
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Reminder: Are your Insurance details up-to-date? |
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Vacancy: Manager, Member Services (closes Monday, 19 July 2010) |
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The Centre would like to welcome its newest members of staff...
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On Friday, 21 May over 100 volunteer managers and coordinators from 75 organisations converged on Pitt Street, Sydney for this year’s Ignite Volunteering Conference. The Hon. Peter Primrose, Minister for Volunteering opening the conference, emphasising the vital role that volunteer managers play in our community. Throughout the day, delegates attended plenary sessions, networking sessions, workshops and panels on a range of topics. All presentations at the conference are available on The Centre's NEW Members-Only website. Read more |
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Farewell Maia Giordano, Youth Volunteer Program Manager The Centre for Volunteering and its youth volunteers, school members and youth-involving NFPs have bid a sad farewell to Maia Giordano, Youth Volunteer Program Manager. Maia put a lot of time and effort into enhancing The Centre's Youth Volunteering Program and developing policies and practices for the future Manager. The Centre wishes her the best in her new role as Deputy Director (Young People), Australian Youth Affairs Coalition. |
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Australian League of Immigration Volunteers' (ALIV) FUNraising Dinner Cruise On Friday, 25 June 2010, The Centre's Tony Frew, Jacqui Hastings and Janine Cowen attended the Australian League of Immigration Volunteers' (ALIV) FUNraising Dinner Cruise on Sydney Harbour. The cruise included African drumming lessons, Henna tattoo artists, poker tournaments, inspiring volunteer stories and a highly contested trivia competition that had the whole harbour ringing with shouted answers from participants. Read more |
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Speaking with Impact for Board Members: 5 August 2010, 9.30am–12.30pm This workshop is designed for those running and/or attending meetings. It focuses on communicating ideas and proposals in a succinct and persuasive manner. There is also a confidence-building element to help those who would like to have a stronger voice at meetings, but do not feel adequately equipped to express their thoughts. Enrol online before Friday, 23 July Effective Meetings Workshop: 7 September 2010, 9.30am–12.30pm This innovative, instructive and fun workshop will help you make the meetings you conduct more effective. You will also find out how to contribute more effectively and confidently. As well as developing key meeting skills, you will take away tips, techniques and tools you can use immediately. Enrol online before Friday, 27 August |
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Major funding boost for Social Enterprise The Gillard Government has announced two new initiatives to provide support for social enterprise through increased funding and sharing expertise between enterprises and professional firms. The Social Enterprise Development and Investment Fund will provide funding assistance for the start up and expansion of social enterprises, while the Professional Partnership Project will connect social enterprises that enable disadvantaged people find jobs and training with advice and expertise from key professional service firms. Read more |
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Asia Pacific Regional Consultation on Youth Volunteering You're invited to participate in the Asia Pacific Regional Consultation on Youth Volunteering. The purpose of this consultation is to update the state of youth volunteering in the Asia Pacific region and learn from you about its challenges and opportunities. By completing the on line survey (it will take only 10 minutes) you can express views, ideas and opinions regarding the situation of volunteering in your region. The results of this consultation will guide the IYOC in developing strategies and actions to support the development of youth volunteering in the region. Take the survey |
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Consultation on a National Volunteering Strategy A National Volunteering Strategy will set out the Government's vision for volunteering over the next 10 years. It aims to contribute to an Australian community that is inclusive and supports a vibrant cultural life. The Australian Government wants to find out how you think a National Volunteering Strategy can best support volunteering into the future. Complete the survey |
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| New Incorporations Act and Regulations proclaimed The new Associations Incorporation Act 2009 and Associations Incorporation Regulation 2010 commenced on 1 July 2010. The contributions made by members of the public, including individuals, associations, peak bodies and others, played a significant role in the development of the new laws. The reforms will help more than 35,000 associations across the State to operate more effectively and make it easier to manage their affairs. Read more |
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New values in the Australian Public Service: A chance to put your views forward As part of the Ahead of the Game, Blueprint for the Reform of Australian Government Administration released in March 2010, the Government has committed to revising and improving the APS Values. The Australian Public Service Commission (APSC) has been asked to consult widely to develop a smaller, tighter set of values that are meaningful, memorable and effective in driving change. APSC now have a great opportunity to make real and systematic improvement to how it serves the Government and the community. To help the APSC do this, they are asking for your input as someone who uses Government services. Comments will be accepted until 2 August 2010. Download the discussion paper and provide your perspectives and ideas. |
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Directors Social Impact Study released A recent report by the Australian Institute of Company Directors highlights the contribution made by directors to the Australian community through the diverse roles they hold on the boards of a wide range of not-for-profit organisations. This is the first time that the contribution of directors to these organisations has been quantified. Read the report |
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The Bankstown Decision and why it's important to not-for-profit sector employers
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© The Centre for Volunteering 2010, All Rights Reserved (ABN 28 002 416 024) |
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Australia Post and Our Community's 2010 Photo Bank Awards are now open
Governance of NSW Not-for-profit Organisations Report 
NEW Youth Volunteering website 
2010 Ignite Volunteering Conference Report
