New volunteering hub in Central Otago
Volunteering Otago is expanding! The need for a volunteering matching service has been identified in the Central Lakes district and Volunteering Otago is filling that gap.
Gillian White, based in Wanaka, has been appointed to coordinate the scheme, which is funded by The Central Lakes Trust.
The project aims to increase local participation in the non-profit and community benefit sector, as well as increasing the community's understanding of the range of volunteering opportunities within the region.
In addition to creating a comprehensive database to enable volunteers to be matched to suitable opportunities, the scheme will also offer support to organisations in which volunteers play a role.
Information, networking, recruitment services and training will all be on offer.
Gillian has worked extensively with volunteers in the UK and says, "I am passionate about volunteering and the benefits it brings to everyone involved - volunteers, beneficiaries and the wider community. Through my work I have seen individuals blossom, thrive, inspire and empower and I am thrilled with the prospect of working alongside community organisations and volunteers in the Central Lakes district."
For more information on the project Gillian can be contacted via email at: centralvolunteering@gmail.com or on 03 443 4102.
http://www.volunteeringotago.org.nz/