International Volunteer Day - 5 December

grenzberschreitend Volunteer Day - 5 December International Volunteer Day 5 DecemberPosted October 13, 2011, by Komi Sellathurai International Volunteer Day celebrates one of the most honourable jobs in the world being a volunteer. No matter how small a contribution, International Volunteer Day recognises the hard work and perseverance of volunteers all over the world. Many not-for-profit and non-government organisations rely on the generosity of volunteers to keep afloat and International Volunteer Day gives these organisations an opportunity to acknowledge their efforts. The United Nations General Assembley established International Volunteer Day in 1985 and it is now celebrated worldwide with events to highlight the valuable work of volunteers. Events across Australia this year include conferences, morning teas and parties featuring guest speakers. Check your local volunteer-based organisation for activities planned for the day. The day is also a great opportunity for people who want to get involved with volunteering. Twenty-one per cent of Australians aged 18 years and over were regular volunteers at least once a fortnight in 2006, and the numbers are still growing, according to the ABS. This summer, in between sunbaking and enjoying your third helping of Christmas pudding, why not get out there and volunteer for a cause that is close to your heart. And to those already in the business of giving, Happy International Volunteer DayDiploma of Community ServicesStudy modeOnlinePayment optionsPayment planUpfront paymentCourse guide+ FREE eBrochureEnquire Online Enquire OnlineCommunity Services ResourcesSenior social worker sample resumeSenior social worker sample cover letterCareer Insider StoriesRenee Cooke - Trainer at Cire Community SchoolInterested in becoming a?Team LeaderProject ManagerEarly Childhood TeacherCommunity WorkerCounsellorPopular Career Searchesgovernment funded community tafelgeschirr courses onlinehow to become a drug and alcohol counsello r in australiadouble diploma of counselling & community services workgovernment funded community service courses brisbanecert 4 in community services no work placementCommunity Services CoursesBachelor of Social WorkEnquire Online Enquire OnlineDiploma of CounsellingEnquire Online Enquire OnlineMaster of Social Work (Professional Qualifying)Enquire Online Enquire OnlineBachelor of Community HealthEnquire Online Enquire OnlineKomi SellathuraiRelated ArticlesBrowse moreChild CareCommunity ServicesIncreasing demand in the helping professionsThe health care and social services industry is Australias largest employment sector, and over the next five years its expected to provide more jobs than any other industry.Aged CareCareer changeCommunity Services - Careers That Make a DifferenceIf you enjoy helping people and want an interesting and varied career, then you should consider a rewarding career in community servicesMature-age workerSTUDYINGWhy I went back to study at 50Think youre too old to go back to uni? Think again. Anne tells us why she decided it was time to go back to the books at the age of 50.