National Volunteer Week took place between Monday 20 – Sunday 26 May 2024 and saw thousands of events and activities taking place across the country. Organisations and individuals alike came together to celebrate Western Australia's volunteers. For some this involved special events to thank their volunteers, and for others it meant a post to social media, recognising the inspiring contributions of their volunteers.
The week has a new theme each year, and in 2024 it was 'Something for Everyone'. It was an invitation to explore the myriad of opportunities available, emphasising there's a place for everyone in the world of volunteering. Whether you're drawn to environmental causes, community outreach, education, or beyond, there's a place where your unique skills and interests can flourish.
Let's dive in and see what the week of celebrations entailed across WA.
2024 WA Volunteer of the Year Awards
Each year, excitement builds within the volunteering community for the WA Volunteer of the Year Awards. Hosted by Volunteering WA and taking place during National Volunteer Week, the awards help celebrate some of the incredible people and organisations who make significant impact in the community through volunteering.
Award recipients were announced during the WA Volunteer of the Year Awards Gala Dinner, on 23 May 2024 at The Westin, Perth.
In 2024 there were 21 finalists named across seven categories. Congratulations to the following award winners:
- Alanagh Godderidge, WA Excellence in Volunteer Management
- First Hike Project, WA Inclusive Volunteering Award
- Joan Ward, WA Lifetime Contribution to Volunteering
- Zac Cawdron, WA Young Volunteer of the Year
- Bankwest, WA Excellence in Corporate Volunteering
- Worthy Australia, WA Community Volunteer Organisation of the Year
- Peter Geraghty, RAC WA Volunteer of the Year
