The NSW Government is calling for volunteers across the region to have their say as part of the Ministerial Volunteer Taskforce.
Member for Cootamundra Steph Cooke is welcoming all local volunteers to come forward and participate in the consultation process to shape the future of volunteering.
“Volunteers are the backbone of all communities their contribution to supporting our community is immeasurable,” Ms Cooke said.
“I hope the consultation process sees plenty of volunteers from the region come forward and take part in shaping the future of volunteering.”
Minister for Families and Communities and Minister for Disability Services Natasha Maclaren-Jones established the Ministerial Volunteer Taskforce to identify emerging trends, issues and opportunities across the sector.
“The Ministerial Volunteer Taskforce is looking at the future of volunteering and I hope this consultation period will bring in as many voices as possible to help shape the future of the sector,” Mrs Maclaren-Jones said.
We deeply value the efforts of our volunteers and their incredible spirit of service. Every day across our state volunteers work selflessly to contribute to the community and support others. We want to make sure they are well-supported, recognised and empowered.”
Chair of the Ministerial Volunteer Taskforce the Hon. Scott Farlow MLC is calling for all areas of the volunteer sector to take part in the consultation process.
“Hearing from the sector is vital. From volunteers and volunteer-involving organisations to businesses that work with the volunteering sector, researchers and academics, we want to ensure all volunteers are heard,” Mr Farlow said.
“The consultation process will contribute to the Taskforce’s report that will examine a range of topics including volunteer recruitment, retention, research, recognition and supporting our volunteers.”
The Ministerial Volunteer Taskforce consultation phase opens on 2 September and will run until 5pm on 30 September.
To provide an online submission please visit: www.volunteering.nsw.gov.au/nsw-volunteering-taskforce
