As part of the official proceedings, we shared the following message received from Hon. Ros Spence MP, Minister for Carers and Volunteers:

“I am delighted to share my best wishes for Volunteering Victoria’s Annual General Meeting, looking ahead to another year of supporting and recognising the invaluable contributions of volunteers in our state.​

​Volunteering plays such an important role in Victoria – not only does it build stronger and more resilient communities, but it delivers enormous benefits for volunteers themselves.​

​Through volunteering, individuals can strengthen community ties, boost confidence and develop new skills.​

​We recognise the immense value that thousands of volunteers deliver across a broad range of community needs, such as food relief, community sport, social inclusion, and responding to emergencies. We appreciate their unwavering dedication and commitment.​

​The Allan Labor Government is proud to continue our partnership with Volunteering Victoria.

I am excited to see what the year ahead brings, working towards our shared vision of a more inclusive, safe and connected state, where Victorians are encouraged and supported to participate in and contribute to their communities.​

​I would like to extend a huge thank you to each and every volunteer for their passion and drive, and to everyone at Volunteering Victoria for their ongoing support of volunteers in our state.​”

​Hon. Ros Spence MP​
Minister for Carers and Volunteers​