We are asking
“No one asked me.” That’s the second biggest reason people give for not volunteering. Really? When Stats NZ did its last General Social Survey, it asked people who didn’t volunteer if…
Volunteering New Zealand has a New Chief Executive
Volunteering NZ has a brand new Chief Executive, Dr Katie Bruce. Katie comes to Volunteering NZ from JustSpeak where, as Director, she leads a movement of young volunteers advocating for positive change…
Nelson Community and Whanau Meeting – 12 September
Come along and enjoy listening to a couple of selected speakers at the Nelson Community & Whanau meeting. It is a great way to network when in the presence of like minded people. The meeting starts at 12 noon and runs until 1.30pm, around 30-40 people attend each month. All welcome.
Governance Bites #4 – Stewardship – 6 Sept
The topic for this session of Governance Bites is "Stewardship". 5.15 - 7pm, 6 September at NMIT. The series is funded by Rata Foundation. To sign up for this workshop, please complete the Workshop Registration form at https://www.volunteernelson.org.nz/workshop-registration/ or call Holly or Jane at Volunteer Nelson on 03 546 7681 for more information.
Nelson Community Whanau meeting – 8 August
Come along and enjoy listening to a couple of selected speakers at the Nelson Community & Whanau meeting. It is a great way to network when in the presence of like minded people. The meeting starts at 12 noon and runs until 1.30pm, around 30-40 people attend each month. All welcome.
Strengthening Community Governance in Nelson/Tasman – 31 Aug – 29 Oct
As part of the actions and activities coming out of the Strengthening Community Governance in Nelson / Tasman research, Rātā Foundation are partnering with Institute of Directors to provide 3 sessions aimed at strengthening Not-for-profit governance in the Nelson / Tasman region.
Governance Bites #3: Keeping it Legal – 2 August
The topic for this session of Governance Bites is "Keeping it Legal". 5.15 - 7pm, 2 August at NMIT. The series is funded by Rata Foundation. To sign up for this workshop, please complete the Workshop Registration form at https://www.volunteernelson.org.nz/workshop-registration/ or call Holly or Jane at Volunteer Nelson on 03 546 7681 for more information.
Moving Forward: Strengthening Community Governance – 16 November
Strong, skilled and resilient governance is an important driver for healthy communities. The event is open to all board members of community organisations and managers reporting to boards in the Nelson Tasman Region. It will be held at the Trafalgar Centre Northern Extension from 5.30pm on Thurs 16 Nov.
Untitled Art Exhibition – Fri 8th to Wed 13th Sept
Look out for this short exhibition, Untitled - Stories of the Unheard, featuring artwork from young people around Nelson Tasman. The exhibition will be held at the Nelson Museum from…
Open Day – Te Korowai Trust and Nelson Bays Police – 21 September
Do you know where to go to get the support you need?
Te Korowai Trust and Nelson Bays Police are working together to help people all ages to access health, social support and road safety services.
This free event is being held at the Annesbrook Church in Stoke to make people aware of what services and support is available and how to get assistance.
This will be on the Thursday 21st September from 10am-2pm.
It will be a fun day with lots of giveaways and free food.