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Manager of Volunteers Newsletter
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Kia ora May!
Tēnā koe <<First Name>>
Orange is the new red!
Changes to the COVID-19 traffic light protections framework may seem small to many of us, but it comes as a great relief to many. It seems like more people are still either getting COVID-19 or are having to isolate. I hope everything is well at your workplace and in your home!
May will be a busy month for the volunteer sector with National Volunteer Week and the Volunteer Expo. Included in this month's edition is a timely article from Engage's journal about keeping volunteers safe.
Community and Whānau hosted Chris Allison from Health Action Trust in a session on "Avoiding Burnout". Please download the presentation notes here and you can view an excerpt of the session here (link valid until 11.59 pm 3 May).
Included in this month's edition is:
- Volunteer Expo Saturday 25th June - registrations close today!
- National Volunteer Week 19th - 25 June
- Youth into Governance programme
- Volunteers in Action Promotion
- Article on communicating with volunteers
- Article from Engage around keeping volunteers safe
- Training for volunteers -rights and responsibilities, health and safety, privacy
- Opportunity to have a young adult from Germany do a voluntary internship with your organisation
- Information on the new Incorporated Societies Act
- Surveys on volunteering and banking
Ngā mihi nui,
Ellie Young
Volunteer Nelson
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Nelson Connects
Volunteer Expo 2022 - last day to register!
Come and be part of the volunteer expo in Nelson.
The exhibitors at this expo are community organisations. This is a great opportunity to be part of an organized event to promote your organisation, recruit volunteers and network within your community. We look forward to seeing you there.
There is limited space so please let us know if you would like to be part of this exciting event. Registration button provided below to sign up your organization (closes 29 April). https://www.volunteernelson.org.nz/nelson-connects-volunteer-expo/
Venue: Annesbrook Community Church
Date: Saturday 25 June 2022
Time: 10:00am to 2:00pm
Registrations close 29 April
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Nelson connects is a collaboration with Volunteer Nelson and Age Concern, and is funded by Nelson City council.
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Te Wiki Tūao ā-Motu | National Volunteer Week is coming (19-25 June)
Theme: He wā whaiwhakaaro - a time to reflect He wā whakawhiti - a time to shine He wā moemoeā - a time to dream Framing: It’s a time to recognise and celebrate volunteers, a time to shine / whakawhiti.
This year, National Volunteer Week coincides with the new public holiday for Matariki (24 June). Matariki is the time many Māori and an ever-growing number of Tauiwi in Aotearoa and around the world gather family and friends and reflect on the past, celebrate the present, and plan for the future.
This Te Wiki Tūao ā-Motu / National Volunteer week, the theme is ‘Time to Shine / He wā whakawhiti.’ Let’s take the time to reflect / whaiwhakaaro on all those who give mahi aroha / volunteer for their communities. It’s a time to recognise and celebrate volunteers, a time to shine / whakawhiti. It’s Matariki, a new year and a fresh start; a time to dream / moemoeā and make plans for the future.
We will soon have a variety of graphics and templates for you to use. Here are a few teasers! What do you think of the theme and the link to Matariki? Could you use it for example to recognise your volunteer 'stars'? What resources would you like e.g. a customisable star graphic?
Resources will be available soon - follow this link
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Is your Board keen to mentor a young person in our Youth into Governance programme? Do you know a young person wanting to learn about governance to become a community leader?
For further information, visit our youth-focused website or please see the information sheet here. Alternatively, email holly@volunteernelson.org.nz or phone 03 546 7681 ext 3.
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Volunteers in Action Promotion to resume
The Volunteers in Action Promotion is on hold until May. We have been promoting organisations with direct call outs for volunteers on Facebook with paid boosts during Red level under the COVID-19 traffic light response. Organisations included:
- The Brook Waimārama Sanctuary
- Waimārama Community Gardens
- Red Cross Settlement Programme
- Kai Rescue (Nelson Environment Centre)
- Brain Injury Association NZ
- Tasman Environmental Trust
- Restore - Habitat for Humanity Nelson
We have also done posts for directing potential volunteers to our website to look for opportunities. Look for our ads in the cinema and in the local paper!
If you are needing volunteers, and would like a Facebook promotion (with a small ad/boost) then please contact me ellie@volunteernelson.org.nz A quality photo of a volunteer (or group) in their role. A $50 Countdown voucher is included for the volunteer/s and a $20 for the Volunteer Manager.
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Tips for Volunteer Management
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For many nonprofits, communicating with volunteers is not done as frequently or as effectively as we'd like it to be. However, good communication is key when it comes to running a nonprofit, and communication that is engaging, consistent and respectful lead to engaged, passionate and dedicated volunteers. In this week's edition of Volaby Voice, find out how to:
- Communicate with your volunteers in a way that is effective and meaningful
- Share updates that are engaging and transparent
- Use volunteer feedback to streamline your communications strategy
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Reprinted with kind permission from Volaby.
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Uncivil Society: Questions for Leaders of Volunteer Engagement
- Have you noticed people are a little over the pandemic? Are some people over being kind?
- Do you have concerns for your volunteers?
- How do we create a safe environment for volunteering?
- How far can and should our organizations go to protect volunteers?
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Presented By Angela Solomons
Taranaki Community Law
Workshops are open to all volunteers.
Numbers for all sessions are limited so please RSVP to Wendy
at Volunteering New Plymouth on 06 758 8986
Ph/Text: 022 571 4228 or E: admin@volunteeringnewplymouth.nz
A link will be emailed the day after RSVP closes to those that have registered |
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- RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF VOLUNTEERS
Wednesday, 4th May 2022, 1pm to 2pm
RSVP by 5pm Monday, 2nd May 2022
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- HEALTH AND SAFETY IN THE WORKPLACE
Wednesday, 1st June 2022, 1pm - 2 pm
RSVP by 5pm Monday, 30th May 2022
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- PRIVACY AROUND THE RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF VOLUNTEERS
Wednesday, 27th July 2022, 1pm to 2pm
RSVP by 5pm Monday, 25th July 2022
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Regional Training Opportunities
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The Volunteer Centre Network offers training and skills development throughout New Zealand.
Volunteering New Zealand collates courses on our website and regularly updates them. |
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Auszeit Neuseeland volunteer intern program
Nelson-based agency Auszeit Neuseeland is seeking temporary volunteer placements for young adults from German-speaking countries. Auszeit Neuseeland organises the volunteers' accommodation, flights, visa, insurance, introduction in Nelson and is available to assist you as well as the volunteer. For more information and contact details please see here.
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National and Regional News
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The new Incorporated Societies Act is now in force – what you need to know from Rainey Collins
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The Incorporated Societies Act 2022 came into force on 5 April 2022.
There are some key things for existing societies to be aware of to ensure they comply with the new law going forward.
Read more here
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| Volunteering in Aotearoa - last chance for surveys |
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Thank you if you have completed a state of volunteering in Aotearoa survey. We have had a great response, with 840+ people doing the volunteers' survey, and 280+ doing the community organisations' survey.
Survey snapshot: when asked to rank the state of volunteering in New Zealand, the average response is 6.7 out of 10.
If you have yet to complete a survey, please do so. The surveys will close early May.
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| Banking issues in the Community Sector |
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Community Networks Aotearoa (CNA) is concerned about community organisations' difficulties dealing with banks.
It is running a survey to ask whether your organisation or community members have experienced banking difficulties. Find out more. |
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Official NZ Government COVID-19 website
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Save the dates
- National Volunteer Week .........................................................19-25 June
- Volunteer Expo..............................................................................25 June
- International Volunteer Managers Day....................................5 November
- International Volunteer Day.....................................................5 December
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