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Volunteering

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    Territorians are known for giving back to the community.

    One way you can support others is by volunteering.

    By volunteering in the NT, it allows you to connect with others and get involved in your local community.

    There are many local groups, charities, and small community organisations in the Northern Territory that need your help.

    Benefits of volunteering in the NT

    • Develop new skills
    • Connect with the community
    • Make new friends
    • Build confidence
    • Give back to the community
    Africa-Australia Friendship Association community volunteers NT
    Africa-Australia Friendship Association volunteers
    Vibrant Diverse Cultures community volunteers NT
    Vibrant Diverse Cultures Inc. volunteers

    Types of volunteer roles

    There are two types of volunteering opportunities in the NT, formal and informal.

    Formal volunteering can include work undertaken with arts, sports, school, faith-based, aged care, social support, environmental, health care, or emergency services groups.

    Informal volunteering can be undertaken anytime and anywhere in the Northern Territory.

    • sitting on boards for not-for-profit organisations
    • fundraising for a community group
    • refereeing a local sports game
    • caring for someone in the community

    • washing a team’s uniforms
    • helping at a child’s school
    • taking out a neighbour's bin
    • caring for a family member

    Find the right group for you

    The great thing about volunteering in the Northern Territory is that you can support a cause you are passionate about. There are many volunteering opportunities available within a range of sectors, including:

    • environment
    • health
    • welfare
    • sport
    • recreation
    • education
    • human rights
    • arts
    • religion
    • community services
    • emergency services
    Darwin Street Art Festival NT - community volunteer painting mural
    Darwin Street Art Festival - volunteer painting mural
    Thailand Grand Festival community Dancer
    Thailand Grand Festival dancer

    Small businesses and not-for-profit organisations

    If you are looking to develop your volunteer-involving small business or not-for-profit organisation, you can get support through the Business Growth Program (BGP).

    The BGP offers employment and governance solutions to help you develop your organisation in the Northern Territory.

    More information

    To find out about volunteering opportunities in the NT, or to recruit volunteers to your organisation, go to the Volunteering SA&NT website.

    Find out about subsidised working with children clearances for volunteers.

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