Actions in New Zealand

7 initiatives aligning with the Call to Action

Recognition Recognition Planned

Recognition

Blind Low Vision NZ

Our Insights & Actions Hui, run across New Zealand, take listening into action. Volunteers will have a genuine seat at the table to explore the findings, shape priorities and codesign solutions with us, helping define the future of volunteering at Blind Low Vision NZ.

Support Support In Progress

Support

Blind Low Vision NZ

Over 18 months, we are running a national Listening Hui programme across New Zealand, creating spaces for volunteers to connect, share their experiences, priorities and ideas, and build the collective insight that will shape what comes next.

Community Film Challenge Recognition In Progress

Community Film Challenge

Volunteer Wellington Te Puna Tautoko

One weekend. A tight turnaround. A film that charities can use for years, for $0. From 11-20 September, the Community Film Challenge will bring together filmmaking teams, tertiary student runners, and charities from Wellington, the Hutt, and Porirua. Screenings at Embassy Theatre, $12K+ in prizes.

Support

Volunteering New Zealand

Completed

Best Practice Guidelines – for volunteer involving organisations

Volunteering New Zealand

Our free online best practice guidelines are for any volunteer involving organisations. They will help you look after your volunteers. Based on a volunteer lifecycle model, you can dip into the practice area you need the most help with at the time. Accessed 18K x so far, feel free to use!

Recognition

Volunteering New Zealand

In Progress

State of the Decade of Volunteering research report

Volunteering New Zealand

A comprehensive review of volunteering in Aotearoa New Zealand over the past ten years. The report and associated thought leadership, discusses the challenges and opportunities for volunteering in New Zealand.

Recognition

Volunteering New Zealand

In Progress

The Big Shout Out

Volunteering New Zealand

The Big Shout Out is a month-long celebration during June of volunteers in New Zealand. People are encouraged to thank volunteers by giving them a shout-out on social media, or by having an event.

Recognition

Volunteer Wellington Te Puna Tautoko

In Progress

Mahi Aroha Morning Tea Shouts

Volunteer Wellington Te Puna Tautoko

Volunteers will be drawn from the pool of submitted stories from nonprofit organisations and offered a IVY2026 Mahi Aroha Shout, a morning or afternoon tea that provides meaningful recognition, fosters connection, and allows volunteers to celebrate alongside their peers.