The Volunteering Awards 2024 are set to honour the extraordinary contributions of volunteers who play a pivotal role in building resilient communities, enhancing services, and fostering connections across Victoria.
This prestigious event, promoted by Volunteering Victoria in partnership with the State of Victoria and the Department of Families, Fairness and Housing, invites nominations for both individual volunteers and community organisations with a volunteer workforce.
Nominations for the awards open on Tuesday, 21 May 2024, at 12:00 pm and will close on Monday, 22 July 2024, at 5:00 pm.
Victorians are encouraged to nominate deserving candidates in eight distinct categories, each designed to recognise different aspects of volunteerism and community impact.
Categories and Criteria
- Grassroots Volunteering
- Eligibility: Organisations entirely volunteer-led with an annual turnover of less than $50,000.
- Description: Celebrates the dedication and impact of small community-led organisations that provide essential local services, drive positive change, or support social and community life in Victoria.
- Inclusive Volunteering
- Eligibility: Not-for-profit organisations of any size.
- Description: Recognises efforts to enhance diversity and inclusion in volunteer programs, improving participation and support for a broader range of community members.
- Volunteer Commitment
- Eligibility: Individuals of all ages, locations, and work types.
- Description: Pays tribute to dedicated individuals with a significant and sustained record of commitment, whose enthusiasm and contributions are an inspiration to others.
- Volunteer Impact
- Eligibility: Individuals of all ages, locations, and work types.
- Description: Celebrates volunteers whose efforts have made a remarkable difference, leading to improved outcomes or significant changes for their community or cause.
- Volunteering Innovation
- Eligibility: Not-for-profit organisations of any size.
- Description: Recognises the role of innovation in improving volunteer experiences or supporting communities through unique programs, practices, or operating models.
- Volunteering Partnerships
- Eligibility: Not-for-profit organisations of any size.
- Description: Highlights the importance of collaboration and partnerships in achieving greater community outcomes through effective and enduring collaborations.
- Volunteer Leadership
- Eligibility: Individuals of all ages, locations, and work types.
- Description: Recognises exceptional volunteer leaders who have empowered others, built effective networks and strengthened their communities through their influence and leadership.
- Young Volunteer
- Eligibility: Individuals 25 years and under.
- Description: Celebrates the enthusiasm, initiative, and leadership of young volunteers who have made a significant impact on their community or cause.
Encouraging Participation and Celebrating Contributions
The Volunteering Awards 2024 aims to shine a spotlight on the unsung heroes who tirelessly contribute their time and energy to support and uplift their communities. These awards not only recognise individual and organisational excellence but also promote a culture of giving and community involvement.
The State of Victoria and Volunteering Victoria encourage the public to participate in the nomination process to ensure that the efforts of outstanding volunteers are acknowledged and celebrated. By doing so, they hope to inspire more people to get involved in volunteering and contribute to building a more inclusive and resilient society.
For more information on how to nominate and the detailed criteria for each category, visit the official Volunteering Victoria website. Let’s come together to celebrate the incredible contributions of volunteers and ensure their stories are told and their efforts are recognised.
Note: Join us in celebrating the spirit of volunteerism that makes Victoria a vibrant and supportive community for all. Contact us at admin@theaustraliatoday.com.au to be featured at The Australia Today about your volunteering story.
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