Community training and networking
Join the Connect and Discover Network
Our Connect and Discover Network is a great opportunity to access professional development training and collaborate and connect with others.
The Connect and Discover Network meets every two months at locations around Stonnington and is open to representatives from community organisations and groups that deliver services in Stonnington.
To join this network, please complete the membership form.
Upcoming training and networking opportunities for volunteer leaders and community organisations in Stonnington
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21 August
10 - 11am
Location: Phoenix Park Neighborhood House
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Stonnington Connect and Discover Network Meeting
This group meets every two months at locations around Stonnington and is open to community organisations delivering services within Stonnington.
Connect and discover opportunities for collaboration, share information, and learn from one another.
As part of this network, you can access unique professional development opportunities, establish partnerships and be supported in bringing your ideas to life.
To attend, email: volunteer@stonnington.vic.gov.au
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25 September
9.30 - 11am
Location: Malvern Town Hall, Upper Foyer
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Stonnington Connect and Discover Network Training: Recruiting Volunteers Today
This session will help you to take actionable steps towards improving volunteer recruitment. Walk away equipped with practical tools and resources to make a difference in your community!
Dive deep into the current landscape of community volunteering and discover who's available to volunteer in the Stonnington area.
Pinpoint the common barriers obstructing volunteer recruitment and uncover innovative solutions derived from real-world success stories. Learn how your group or organization can overcome these obstacles.
Presented by Martin J Cowling.
Register here
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16 October
10 - 11.30am
Location: South Yarra Tenants Association, Horace Petty Community Room
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Stonnington Connect and Discover Network Meeting
This group meets every two months at locations around Stonnington and is open to community organisations delivering services within Stonnington.
Connect and discover opportunities for collaboration, share information, and learn from one another.
As part of this network, you can access unique professional development opportunities, establish partnerships and be supported in bringing your ideas to life.
To attend, email: volunteer@stonnington.vic.gov.au
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6 November
9.30am - 12.30pm
Location: Prahran RSL
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Stonnington Connect and Discover Network Training: Today's Volunteers and Re-designing Volunteer Roles
Learn about effective strategies to retain your valuable volunteers while also exploring innovative approaches to redesigning volunteer roles. Learn how to foster deeper engagement, increase volunteer satisfaction, align roles with organisational objectives and help people see their impact. Whether you're seeking to boost engagement or enhance satisfaction this session is your gateway to elevating your volunteer program.
Presented by Martin J Cowling.
Register here
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Volunteering Victoria workshops for volunteer leaders
Volunteering Victoria runs public training workshops year-round on a number of issues related to managing volunteers effectively. These are run on demand with a variety of dates being scheduled throughout the year. Participants will learn from our experienced trainers and be able to share knowledge and form networks within the sector. View upcoming training and workshops.
Past events (2024)
- 13 February - Stonnington Connect and Discover Network Meeting
- 5 March - Training: Grant Writing Workshop
- 7 March - Drop-in Community Grants Information Sessions
- 15 March - Volunteer Stonnington Expo 2024
- 18 March - City of Stonnington Community Grants Information Session
- 16 April - Stonnington Connect and Discover Network Meeting
- 22 May - Stonnington Connect and Discover Network Training: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
- 15 June - Stonnington Connect and Discover Network Meeting
- 17 July - Stonnington Connect and Discover Network Training: Project Evaluation