The Geelong Volunteer Network was set up to provide a forum for those with a common interest in volunteering to communicate, share ideas and provide informal mentoring and support opportunities as required.
The ‘Geelong Volunteering Network’ was established in early 1994 and membership has expanded considerably in recent years. Membership is free and meetings are every 6 weeks. If you would like to join the Network, please contact
2013 Meeting Dates and Times
Wed 27 February, 9-10.30am, Location: Volunteering Geelong, 190 Myers St Topic: ‘Youth Volunteering’ with guest speaker Clare Wynne – author of ‘Volunteering is Catching – a study into young people’s volunteering in Victoria 2011 – Youth Affairs Council of Victoria
Wed 10 April, 9-10.30am,Location: Encompass Community Services, Topic: TBA
Wed 22 May, 9-10.30am,Location & Topic TBA
Wed 3 July, 9-10.30am,Location & Topic TBA
Wed 14 August, 9-10.30am,Location & Topic TBA
Wed 25 September, 9-10.30am,Location & Topic TBA
Wed 30 October, 9-10.30am,Location & Topic TBA
Wed 11 December, 9-10.30am,Location & Topic TBA
Why Join The Network?
Support for new volunteer managers
Exchange of ideas on volunteer issues
Stimulating environment
Support for Volunteering Geelong as the public face of volunteering
Agency updates
Networking with other agencies
Practical up to date information
Lobby group with regional and state governments
Professional development opportunities
Relevant regional information
Professional expertise and backup
Managing on-going change
Up to date information on volunteer funding issues
Geelong Volunteer Network
