Overview
What is the Voices of Volunteering channel?
Want to learn more about volunteering? Whether you are curious about getting started or looking to progress your volunteer leadership, our Voices of Volunteering podcast channel is the ultimate resource.
With special episodes and two podcast series now streaming on major platforms, you can enjoy:
- Expert advice
- Industry news
- Inspirational stories
And more, in an easy-listening format that you can listen to anytime, anywhere.
Now streaming on major listening platforms like Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and more.
Let’s Talk Volunteering
Are you a volunteer leader looking to learn more about best practice? With “Let’s Talk Volunteering,” you can listen to expert advice, industry examples and real insights from people who have been in your shoes.
Presented by Dr. Ben Hillier, Director of Policy, Advocacy & Research.
Episode 1: The NSW State of Volunteering Report with Paul Muller (Institute of Project Management)
In this episode, Dr Ben Hillier, Director: Research, Policy and Advocacy speaks with Paul Muller, Managing Director for the Institute of Project Management. You will hear about the State of Volunteering Report, the impact and benefit of gathering data on the volunteering sector to influence government and the current challenges facing the sector.
Episode 2: Diversity, Inclusivity and Equity with Janet Irvine (Settlement Services International)
In this episode, Dr Ben Hillier talks to Janet Irvine of Settlement Services International (SSI) about diverse and inclusive volunteering. They discuss the reasons why we should practice diversity, equity, and inclusivity in our volunteer management as well as practical strategies to build these practices in our organisations.
Episode 3: Youth Volunteering with Kate Munro (Youth Action)
In this episode, Dr Ben Hillier speaks with the CEO of Youth Action, Kate Munro, about the importance of volunteering with young people. Kate shares her wisdom and tips for engaging this vital demographic and offers some suggestions for confronting common pitfalls in youth volunteering.
Episode 4: Social Mission Revolution with Andrea Putting (Trusted Advisor)
In this episode, Dr Ben Hillier speaks with Andrea Putting about the Social Mission Revolution and its relevance to volunteering and volunteer management.
Episode 5: Volunteer Management and Recruitment with Luke Chesworth (Foodbank)
In this episode, Dr Ben Hillier speaks with Luke Chesworth, Volunteer Engagement Manager at Foodbank NSW and ACT about managing volunteers and volunteer recruitment.
Episode 6: Multicultural Volunteering with Ivan Wong (CASS Care)
On this episode of Let’s Talk Volunteering, Dr Ben Hillier speaks with Ivan Wong, General Manager/Strategic Support at CASS about volunteer management, working with older volunteers, and volunteering in culturally and linguistically diverse communities.
Episode 7: Volunteer Recruitment with Euan McKenzie (Bermagui Life Saving Club)
On this episode, Dr Ben Hillier talks with Euan McKenzie from the Bermagui Surf Life Saving Club about volunteer recruitment, adapting to the community needs, and engaging young people in volunteering.
Episode 8: The NSW State of Volunteering Supplementary Reports with Paul Muller (Institute of Project Management)
In this episode, Dr Ben Hillier, Director: Research, Policy and Advocacy speaks with Paul Muller, Managing Director for the Institute of Project Management.
You will hear about the 2024 NSW State of Volunteering Supplementary Reports, five supplementary reports developed from the data obtained from focus groups around NSW, providing insights into commonalities and differences across the broad NSW volunteering sector, and recommendations from volunteers to support healthy, resilient volunteering.
Episode 9: Exemplary Volunteer Involving Organisation Accreditation with Linden Regina (St John Ambulance)
On this episode of Let’s Talk Volunteering, Dr Ben Hillier interviews Linden Regina, the People & Culture Manager – Volunteer Operations for St John’s Ambulance NSW about managing volunteers in a large organisation and the process of obtaining exemplary volunteer involving organisation (EVIO) accreditation.
Episode 9: Exemplary Volunteer Involving Organisation Accreditation
Episode 10: Engaging First Nations Australians with Graham Toomey (Wiradjuri, Wongaibon)
In this episode, Dr. Ben Hillier speaks to Wiradjuri and Wongaibon man Graham Toomey about volunteering with First Nations Australians.
Local Legends
Are you looking for volunteering? Whether you want to start volunteering, are already volunteering and need motivation, or just need a pick-me-up, the Local Legends podcast is made for you.
Presented by Charlotte Bosler, Marketing and Communications Coordinator.
Episode 1: Buzzing About Blowfly with Mark Rushton (BlowFly)
In this episode, Charlie Bosler, Communications and Marketing Coordinator, speaks with the founder of Blowfly Cricket Australia, Mark Rushton. Mark shares his story in reimagining the beloved Aussie sport for all abilities. Discover how one conversation with a friend sparked a mass community initiative, bringing everyone together on an equal playing field.
Episode 2: Grief, Guidance and Giving Back with Joy Rappo (The Compassionate Friend)
In this episode, Charlie Bosler, Communications and Marketing Coordinator, has a conversation with Joy Rappo, a member and volunteer of The Compassionate Friends, on loss, listening and kindness.
Episode 3: Dressing for Success with Robyn de Szoeke OAM (Dress for Success)
In a conversation with Charlotte Bosler, Robyn de Szoeke OAM shares her love and lessons as a passionate volunteer, empowering women on the pathway to employment with Dress for Success Sydney.
Episode 4: Respect, Belonging and Inclusion with Dr Saba Nabi OAM (Multicultural Council)
Husband and young child in tow, Dr Saba Nabi OAM travelled from Delhi to Wagga Wagga/Wiradjuri Country, where her volunteering journey took off. In a conversation with Charlotte Bosler, she shares her volunteering triumphs, challenges, and thoughts on what it means to be included in her community.
Episode 5: Volunteer to Career with Oscar Mussons (Asylum Seekers Council)
In this episode, Oscar Mussons shares with Charlotte Bosler how his proactive care for community evolved into a thriving career in the volunteering sector.
Episode 6: Volunteering - A Virtual Reality with Vicki Meyer (Inclusee)
Vicki Meyer celebrates the value of an all-virtual volunteer program in a conversation with Charlotte Bosler.
Episode 7: The Journey to JP with Kevin O'Donnell (NSW Justices Association)
In a conversation with Charlotte Bosler, Kevin O’Donnell JP relives his journey to becoming a Justice of the Peace with the NSW Justices Association.
Episode 8: Volunteering - A New Normal with Josh Renshaw (ReLove)
What is the future ‘normal’ of volunteering?
Charlotte Bosler speaks to Volunteer Development Manager, Josh Renshaw from ReLove Foundation, on the challenges and opportunities facing the volunteer leaders of today, and tomorrow.
Episode 9: Volunteering - Recognition One Year On - With Leanne Hillman
In a conversation with Charlotte Bosler, Leanne Hillman shares her journey from volunteer to 2023 NSW Volunteer of the Year, and reflects on how the nomination has impacted her personally and benefited her organisation, Victims & Witnesses of Crime Court Support.
EPISODE 9: volunteering – RECOGNITION ONE YEAR ON WITH LEANNE HILLMAN
Special Episodes
Enjoy the exciting news and expert interviews on topics that matter to you most.
Episode 1: Sydney Children's Hospitals Foundation
In this episode, Clint Bertenshaw, Director: Sector Development and Engagement speaks with Kylie Elliot, Volunteer and Supporter Engagement Lead for the Sydney Children’s Hospitals Foundation. You will hear about how The Sydney Children’s Hospitals Foundation implemented the National Standards for Volunteer Involvement, what it takes to be a great volunteer leader and how to get more for less out of your volunteer program.