NT Volunteer of the Year Awards 2021 #congratulations to all the winners

3 DECEMBER 2021 VNT

TRACEY FOX, A/CEO

On 5 December we celebrate International Volunteer Day. Every day dedicated volunteers inspire others and the theme Volunteer now for our common future highlights by working together we can all take action to help build a better, safer and more inclusive future. We also acknowledge International Day of People with Disability today which aims to increase public awareness, understanding and acceptance of people with disability and the importance of volunteering in breaking down barriers.

Thank you for your ongoing support, we enjoy working with you to advance volunteering. We wish you a safe and festive season and hope 2022 brings you success with new opportunities and possibilities.

Tracey Fox
Acting Chief Executive Officer

NT VOLUNTEERS OF THE YEAR

In a first, an individual and a volunteer-run organisation were named joint winners in the NT Volunteer of the Year Awards. NT Volunteer of the Year winners were Di Tynan, Bushfires NT and the Nepalese Association of the Northern Territory. The Awards presentation was held in Darwin on 11 November and streamed live for Central Australia. Congratulations to all the winners.

INTERNATIONAL VOLUNTEER DAY

#IVD2021 on 5 December encourages, recognises and promotes volunteering as an important part of creating a more equal and inclusive future for communities. An online volunteer Certificate of Appreciation is available as a way for organisations to show their appreciation. Volunteering SA&NT acknowledges the 70,000 volunteers in the NT.

NT DISABILITY SURVEY

The NT Government has a vision where Territorians of all abilities are able to live life to their fullest potential and have access to quality services. The NT Disability Strategy will be a whole of government plan to achieve this vision and The Department of Territory Families, Housing and Communities invites comments and ideas on the development of the first three year Action Plan.

COVID-19 RESTRICTIONS

Health Direct is an Australia-wide government-funded service, providing quality, approved health information and advice. To keep everyone safe, some types of gatherings, activities and businesses have been restricted in Australia to help stop the spread of COVID-19. Find out what you can and can't do in your state and territory.

VOLUNTEERING STORIES IN PRINT

Vitality volunteering magazine
The next issue of Vitality, published by Volunteering SA&NT is due out in time for National Volunteer Week from 16-22 May 2022. Share your good news volunteering story featuring an individual volunteer, groups of volunteers or a volunteer program. Submissions can be sent through at any time and the process is easy.

FIGHTING FOR RIGHTS

Celebrating International Day of People with Disability (3 December), with a theme 'Fighting for rights in the post-COVID era'. Today celebrates the challenges, barriers and opportunities for people who live with disabilities, in the context of a global pandemic. Volunteering plays an important part in the lives of people with disability offering inclusive opportunities.

VOLUNTEER MANAGEMENT SURVEY

Through the new Volunteer Management Activity (VMA), Volunteering NT aims to build the capacity of volunteer involving organisations in the NT with continuous improvement strategies. To understand the current climate of volunteer involvement, a series of surveys and focus groups will be conducted, with data used to develop resources including training opportunities.

DIARY DATES
3 December 2021: International Day of People with Disability
5 December 2021: International Volunteer Day
8 December 2021: Resilient Australia Awards National Ceremony Live Stream
9 February 2022: Bounce Back Better -
Launch your 2022 Volunteer Engagement with a Smarter Strategy

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About Volunteering NT
Volunteering NT is a division of Volunteering SA&NT which is a not-for-profit organisation and the peak body for volunteering, leading the sector in the Northern Territory. We connect people and organisations to create positive volunteering experiences and work with volunteers, volunteer involving organisations, businesses and communities to lead, advance, grow, promote and celebrate volunteering.

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