UOWx activities - Community volunteering project member

Community Volunteering Project Member

Program overview

How is this program run?

This program is running face-to-face.


What will I do?

As a member of the community volunteering project you will be involved in facilitating a community based project, in partnership with a community organisation that will put into practise your leadership and project management skills.
  


How will I benefit?

As a community volunteering project member you will demonstrate networking and relationship building skills by partnering with a community organisation to deliver an event or project within a designated timeframe. Working within a small team you will have the chance to identify and improve your leadership ship skills and help to see a major project through from planning stage to implementation. Involvement in the community volunteering project is intended to increase your employability through training workshops and mentorship whilst also allowing you to make a meaningful contribution to the local community.


How do I apply?

Visit the Pulse Volunteering website to find out when applications open.


Are there any special requirements for this role?

There are no special requirements for this role.  


Minimum requirements for UOWx recognition

To receive UOWx recognition, you must complete the following:

  • An "engaged" student will need to complete a minimum of 30 hours within a calendar year
  • A "highly engaged" student will need to complete a minimum of 40 hours within a calendar year  

For further information

Visit the Pulse Volunteering page.
  

Where? When? Time commitment Type Learning Streams
  • Wollongong
  • Spring Session
  • Winter
3 hours per week for a total of 10 weeks.
  • Volunteer
  • Collaboration and Communication
  • Community and Social Change
  • Innovation and Creativity
  • Leadership