Becoming an Inclusive Volunteer Involving Organisation

Based on key learnings from the Inclusive Volunteering Pathways to Employment Program, this engaging workshop for both individuals and organisations will explore how to build an inclusive community where people of all abilities and backgrounds can contribute.

This workshop will examine the positive outcomes of inclusive volunteering by reviewing case studies and utilising practical tips to increase inclusion. You will learn the skills to remove barriers to volunteering and help young people find meaningful volunteering opportunities.

You will also be encouraged to consider the benefits that can be unlocked through volunteering, including a stronger sense of social inclusion in your workplace.

By the end of this session, you will:

• understand inclusive volunteering
• understand why we strive to be inclusive
• be able to identify barriers to inclusion
• have knowledge to reduce the impact of barriers
• understand what it means to be part of an inclusive team

Facilitated by Tony Ward

Tony Ward has over 20 years’ experience in Employment Services and Disability Employment Services.

With a passion for diversity and inclusion, Tony currently works as a Sector Development Coordinator for The Centre for Volunteering, focusing on the Inclusive Volunteering Pathways to Employment Program. He is an advocate for the power of volunteering and accessible workplaces.

Tony also undertakes special projects for The Centre for Volunteering and is currently reaching out to local sporting groups throughout the state to share the many resources available to volunteer-involving organisations at both grass roots and governance levels.

In his spare time, Tony is also an avid commercial aviation enthusiast.