Inclusivity - Diversity - Community
We strive to create an inclusive and positive volunteer experience and we encourage anyone of any age, gender, identity or background to apply.
Breaking Down Barriers
Personalised support to find the right volunteer role for you
We strive to create inclusive and positive volunteer experiences and we encourage anyone of any age, gender, identity or background to apply.
We connect people to volunteering opportunities in the Peel/Mandurah region regardless of:
- Age
- Disability Status
- Gender
- Sexual orientation
- Identity
- Cultural Background
Our team and Volunteer Referral Officers have all received inclusivity training.
GREG
Socialability profile
I began volunteering as a Gardener 2 days per week with People Who Care since late June, as well as packing Food Hampers for the needy for a half day each Thursday since early May.
As I have been unemployed since January and have found it difficult to retain work, volunteering has given me the opportunity to learn new skills and obtain a sense of self-worth. It has also enabled me to socialise with colleagues and contribute to society in a meaningful way.
I now feel more confident in my ability to achieve long term employment and empowered to access courses to learn new skills.
Thankyou for allowing me to become a volunteer.
Supporting Clients into Volunteering: Practical Tips and Strategies for Support Workers
Are you a support worker helping clients take their first steps into volunteering? In this video, we share practical tips, strategies and feedback from clients that we have placed into volunteering roles – to help you guide clients toward meaningful volunteer roles that suit their strengths, interests, and support needs.
Learn how to build confidence, overcome barriers, and connect with the right opportunities — whether your client is seeking purpose, community, or a pathway to employment. Ideal for case workers, support coordinators, and anyone working in community services.
If you would like to learn more, please send us a message on the form below.
Yes, I would love to help my client into volunteering - contact us below!
Socialability program
This program might be able to help if you have a disability, mental health issues, are new to Australia or are under 18.
01 About
The Socialability program focuses on concepts such as community participation and inclusion, relationships/friendships, valued roles and lifelong learning.
02 dISPELLING MYTHS
We are committed to dispelling myths and misconceptions about people who wear labels and society’s historical tendency to focus on deficits.
03 VOLUNTEER TO WORK PATHWAYS
Socialability is about allowing participants the opportunity to undertake volunteer roles and learn skills that would be transferrable to the workplace or other volunteer positions.
04 recognising strengths
Creating opportunities for the nurturing of reciprocal relationships and the sharing of gifts, talents and passions. Offering untold possibilities to re-frame and re-evaluate attitudes that recognise and acknowledge strengths and contributions.
How It Works
- Call us on 9581 1187 or email volunteering@peelvolunteer.org.au or send us a DM on Facebook or Instagram. You are also welcome to have a carer contact us on your behalf.
- We then organise a meeting with you to find out what volunteer roles are of interest to you and respectfully listen to find out what your individual needs are so we can best support you in your volunteering. We then work to find an organisation that best suits your needs.
- We then work with the organisation to make sure all of your needs can be met in that particular role and we can suggest and support with any changes that need to be made to make your experience a positive and fulfilling one.
Socialability is funded by Volunteering WA and Dept of Social Service under the Volunteer Management Activity
Feel Supported
When you visit the Peel Volunteer Centre, we talk to you about what you need and any barriers or concerns you might have about volunteering.
We will match you with the best organisations for you and work with that organisation to make sure you are fully supported. Your safety, enjoyment and getting the most out of your volunteer experience is our number one priority!
Message from the Peel Volunteer Resource Centre Manager
For many years, I have been passionate about making sure people feel included in volunteering.
You can rest assured that our team is here to listen and support you in your volunteering journey.
Even if you have had some challenges with your mental health, volunteering can still be for you. Volunteering can be great for mental health, to connect you to your community and even be a pathway to employment, if that is what you would like to do.
We know that issues such as location, transport, flexibility to attend medical appointments and feeling genuinely included are some of the issues that are really important.
Please contact us on 9581 1187 to see how we can help.
