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Looking for information or guidance on volunteering? As your peak body, we aim to be your go-to place for all things volunteering. Whether the need is big or small, you can come to us for reliable resources and advice.
Our guides below cover various topics relating to volunteering and best practice volunteer management.
*NEW* Translated guides
Volunteering Victoria is committed to inclusivity and accessibility. With thanks to Polaron, some of our key guides have been translated to better support diverse communities across Victoria. Explore the translated guides through the ‘Select Language’ links below.
Volunteer management

Best Practice Creating an Employee Volunteering Program
Best Practice for Volunteer InvolvementSelect Language
Select a Language for Best Practice for Volunteer Involvement
Dealing with ConflictSelect Language
Select a Language for Dealing with Conflict
- Developing Volunteer Roles
Induction & Onboarding for New VolunteersSelect Language
Select a Language for Induction & Onboarding for New Volunteers
Managing Volunteers for Retention
- Planning and Maintaining a Volunteer Program
The Principles of Volunteering
- Volunteer Conflict Resolution
Volunteer Management Toolkit
Volunteer Screening Guide
- Volunteer Trainingdevelopment
Policies & procedures

Confidentiality and Intellectual Property
- Developing Policies and Procedures
Essential Volunteer Policies and ProceduresSelect Language
Select a Language for Essential Volunteer Policies and Procedures
Health and Safety
Insurance and Liability
Money and Volunteers
Mutual Obligation
Offsite Volunteering
- Organisation and Management Structures
Organisations and Legal Structure
Protecting Privacy for Volunteers
Sexual Harassment
Volunteer engagement

Diversity & inclusion

For volunteers
Animated guides
Keeping In Touch with Young Volunteers
In partnership with DELWP
Designing Projects with Young People
In partnership with DELWP
Being Welcoming and Inclusive
In partnership with DELWP
Volunteer Benefits That Boost Youth Appeal
In partnership with DELWP
Inspiring Young People to Volunteer
In partnership with DELWP
Guide to Volunteering
LGBTIQ Volunteers: Inclusive Practice
Feedback
Volunteering Victoria is committed to continuously improving our resources and the way we engage with and empower the volunteer sector. Please feel free to provide us with feedback about the above Guides; their accuracy, relevancy and areas where we can provide you with greater information and support. You can also email us at: [email protected].