Volunteer Vault #25

In this month's Volunteer Vault we hear from Emma (below left), who tells us more about her catch ups with Sarah (below right).

- How long have you been volunteering with Gig Buddies?

I think it will be coming up to four years.

- Is Gig Buddies your first volunteering role?

Not my first, I have volunteered for Endometriosis Australia and Beyond Blue. Gig Buddies has by far been my fav.

- Why do you volunteer with Gig Buddies?

I was lucky enough to be able to do my uni placement with Gig Buddies and really enjoyed my time and wanted to continue the process. After this I was lucky enough to be paired up with my gig buddy Sarah!

The reason I was wanting to continue on is because I just love what Gig Buddies represents, breaking down barriers for those who are not always included.

- How would you describe your volunteering experience with Gig Buddies?

This is honestly the best volunteer experience you could have! What’s not to like about fun events and enjoying someone else’s company, hanging out and meeting other people within the program?

Everyone is so lovely and the things you can do and achieve are endless.

- Tell us about some of the highlights from your time volunteering with Gig Buddies?

A big highlight for me was being involved in the Mardi Gras parade a few years back. I think many people will tell you this involvement was hard to beat.

I also feel like everyday being apart of Gig Buddies is a highlight and there really are just too many highlights for me to list!

- What would you say to someone reading this who is thinking about volunteering with Gig Buddies?

Give it a go - what do you have to lose? This program is really beneficial, improving social inclusion and you’ll have a really good time doing it!

I highly recommend it to anyone and I tell everyone about it too.

"the things you can do and achieve are endless"

Thank you Sarah for sharing your Gig Buddies story. From the project’s point of view, we’re delighted that you stuck with us after completing your uni assignment.

We’re also thrilled with how Emma and Sarah have gone from strength to strength. They’re a perfect example of what we’re all about: two mates catching up and having a good time together.

And we’re always on the lookout for more people like Emma. If you would like to volunteer with us, look no further: to sign up with our Sydney project click here, and jump on this link to get involved on the Central Coast.

And to find out more about our current openings, click on the 'volunteers wanted' images below.

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