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Give Volunteers A Big Shout Out This June
Give a Big Shout Out to the volunteers in your community this June, says Volunteering New Zealand.
The Big Shout Out is a month-long celebration recognising the people across Aotearoa New Zealand who give their time, skills, and energy to help others.
Back for its third year, the campaign runs throughout June and includes National Volunteer Week (15–21 June). It’s all about shining a spotlight on the quiet contributions volunteers make — often behind the scenes and without expectation.
“Volunteers are vital to our communities, and everyone who gives their time to help their neighbour, school, marae or community organisation deserves a big shout-out,” says Michelle Kitney, Chief Executive of Tūao Aotearoa Volunteering New Zealand.
Over 53% of New Zealanders volunteer, and while formal volunteering through organisations has dipped slightly since 2021, the hours given are increasing. Volunteering is evolving – more flexible, informal, and community-led than ever before.
“Many volunteers go unrecognised – this campaign gives us all a chance to say, loudly and clearly: a big thank you!” Michelle says.
Led by Volunteering New Zealand, The Big Shout Out is a nationwide, social media-based campaign encouraging everyone to say thanks to the volunteers who make our communities stronger.
More than 40 events will be held by volunteer centres and other organisations nationwide, celebrating about 3000 volunteers.
Find out more: https://www.volunteeringnz.org.nz/campaigns/the-big-shout-out
Calls to action
- Show your thanks for volunteers in your life. Share a photo or message of thanks on social media #thebigshoutout
- Shout volunteers a morning/afternoon tea or other celebration. They deserve it!
Background information
Tūao Aotearoa Volunteering New Zealand is the peak body for volunteering and volunteers in New Zealand. Volunteering is crucial for strong communities, and community organisations rely on volunteers. We support organisations to manage volunteers effectively, and speak up for volunteers and volunteering.
Volunteering New Zealand
Leaders of Volunteering
Volunteering New Zealand (VNZ) is an association of New Zealand organisations that have a commitment to volunteering, such as volunteer centres, national and other organisations.
Volunteering New Zealand's mission is to promote, support and advocate for volunteering.
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