Volunteers - Publications and Research

The Department of Communities produces resources to guide and support volunteers and volunteer involving organisations.
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WA’s State of Volunteering Report (external link) is an independent report, led by Volunteering WA and made possible by funding from the Department of Communities. The report is the first in depth look at the volunteering landscape since 2015 and highlights the significant value, contributions and growth of the sector in Western Australia.

Volunteer Checks: Information for WA Volunteering Involving Organisations

This publication is designed to assist Volunteer Involving Organisations (VIOs) to make informed decisions when recruiting volunteers. It explains when and why screening should take place, applicable legislation and screening mechanisms, and includes tools and templates to support informed decision making and risk management.

Volunteer National Police Certificate Program

The Volunteer National Police Certificate (VNPC) Program is a partnership between the Department of Communities and the WA Police Force to reduce the costs and administrative requirements associated with recruiting volunteers.

Guidelines for successful partnerships between public sector agencies and volunteers

The guidelines provide an overview of pertinent issues for public sector agencies (agencies) with references to further sources of detailed information.  This information is also useful for local government agencies and non-government organisations that have volunteer partnerships.

WA Volunteering Strategy

The Department of Communities aims to support volunteers by strengthening the volunteering sector in Western Australia and leading the State’s Volunteering Strategy.

Volunteers and Food and Other Donors (Protection from Liability) Act 2002