Volunteer

Volunteer Information

NASCA relies on the support of volunteers to deliver programs in the NT and NSW each year.

Are you our ideal volunteer? Do you have the following skills set?

• • We accept both Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal volunteers
  • A demonstrated interest in; or knowledge of issues facing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people
  • Experience working in sport, education or community development and/or experience working with young people
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • You’re a team player, with a willingness to get involved and fully participate in all activities ie a ‘can do’ attitude
  • You demonstrate healthy life choices

Remote Program

We recruit volunteers through three intakes to undergo placements in remote Northern Territory communities each year. The selection process is highly competitive with demand across the country from skilled, qualified and inspirational Australians. To qualify applicants must by 21yrs and over, have experience working with children, excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to inspire and motivate young people.

Applications for August are now closed. Applications for March 2023 will open in November 2022.

I will definitely be applying to come back again next year, the experience was unreal. The perspective I have brought back here to my job and my community has really helped me”. – Lucy, Newcastle

Urban Program

At times, we put the call out for volunteers to assist us with one off events (e.g community based events) or to be involved in programs in the Sydney and Greater Western Sydney area. Please sign up to our newsletter (below) to hear about opportunities as they arise.

If you have any questions about volunteering with NASCA please email volunteer@nasca.org.au or call us on 02 8399 3071