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

Date  Topic

21 August 

10 - 11am

Location: Phoenix Park Neighborhood House

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

25 September

9.30 - 11am

Location: Malvern Town Hall, Upper Foyer

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

16 October

10 - 11.30am

Location: South Yarra Tenants Association, Horace Petty Community Room

 

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

6 November

9.30am - 12.30pm

Location: Prahran RSL

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

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