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Volunteering programs

Volunteers at Women's Information Service (WIS) are highly valued and make a difference to the lives of many women in South Australia. The WIS volunteer program offers comprehensive training, mentoring and support to make sure your volunteering experience is the best it can be.

Our volunteers work with women from all different walks of life, and currently WIS has eleven areas of volunteering

Training starts in July.

Find out more about volunteering with us at our information session on Zoom on Friday June 3rd 2022 at 1pm

Children's Centre (Northern)

Work as a valued member of the team at our Northern Suburbs Children’s Centres locations. This volunteer role involves providing information and referrals to women who visit the Gawler & District College B-12 Children's Centre or Parafield Gardens Children’s Centre in a number of ways such as being available in the reception area, working with groups and working with Children’s Centre staff to provide information.

We provide a comprehensive 2 week training program, mentored shifts and ongoing support. WIS is a supportive team to all of our valuable volunteers.

Children's Centre (Northern) Position Description (PDF 209.5 KB)

WIS Gawler

Gawler & District College B-12 Children's Centre
Barnet Road, Evanston
Phone 08 8522 3626

WIS Parafield Gardens

Monday to Friday, 9.30am to 2.30pm
Parafield Gardens Children's Centre
9 Casuarina Drive, Parafield Gardens
Phone 08 8258 3659

Apply now online

Children's Centre (Southern)

Work as a valued member of the team at Southern Suburbs Children’s Centres. This volunteer role involves providing information and referrals to women who visit the Children’s Centre in a number of ways such as being available in the reception area, working with groups and working with Children’s Centre staff to provide information.

We provide a comprehensive training program, mentored shifts and ongoing support. WIS is a supportive team to all of our valuable volunteers.

Children's Centre (Southern) Position Description (PDF 209.5 KB)

WIS Aldinga Beach

Monday to Friday, 9.30am to 2.30pm
Aldinga Beach Children's Centre
Evans Street, Aldinga Beach
Phone: 0436 677 468

WIS O'Sullivan Beach

O'Sullivan Beach Children's Centre
51a Galloway Road, O'Sullivan Beach
Phone: 0466 801 553

Apply now online

Family Court Support

WIS Family Court Support volunteers attend court with women who don’t have friends or family to provide support. Many of the cases involve a history of domestic violence and the court process can be daunting and difficult to navigate. WIS volunteers provide information about the court and its processes, sit with the woman before and during the hearing and provide a listening ear.

We will provide you with a comprehensive 2 week training program, a minimum of 2 ‘Buddy’ shifts and a supportive work environment in a women-centred program.

Family Court Support Volunteer Position Description (PDF 137.9 KB)

Apply now online

The Haven - Mount Barker & The Willows Children's Centre

Become part of the team at Mount Barker Community Centre. As part of the wider WIS team, this involves providing information and referrals to all women and specifically to women who have concerns for their safety.

We provide a comprehensive training program, mentored shifts and ongoing support. WIS is a supportive team to all of our valuable volunteers.

Community Centre Position Description (PDF 154.8 KB)

Mount Barker Community Centre
3 Dumas Street, Mount Barker
Phone +61 8 8391 2747

Apply now online

Work as a valued member of the team at our Mount Barker Children’s Centre location. This volunteer role involves providing information and referrals to women who visit the The Willows Children’s Centre in a number of ways such as being available in the reception area, working with groups and working with Children’s Centre staff to provide information.

We provide a comprehensive 2 week training program, mentored shifts and ongoing support. WIS is a supportive team to all of our valuable volunteers.

Children’s Centre Position Description (PDF 209.5 KB)

The Willows Children’s Centre
1 Charles Street, Mount Barker
Phone +61 8 8391 0506

Apply now online

The Haven - Gawler Community House

Become part of the team at Gawler Community House. As part of the wider WIS team, this involves providing information and referrals to all women and specifically to women who have concerns for their safety.

We provide a comprehensive training program, mentored shifts and ongoing support. WIS is a supportive team to all of our valuable volunteers.

Community Centre Position Description (PDF 154.8 KB)

Gawler Community House
2 Scheibener Terrace, Gawler
Phone 8522 4601

Apply now online

The Haven - Goolwa Library

Become part of the team at The Haven in Goolwa. As part of the wider WIS team, this involves providing information and referrals to all women and specifically to women who have concerns for their safety.

We provide a comprehensive training program, mentored shifts and ongoing support. WIS is a supportive team to all of our valuable volunteers.

The Haven Volunteer Position Description (PDF 154.8 KB)

Apply now online

The Haven - Mount Gambier Library

Become part of the team at The Haven in Mount Gambier. As part of the wider WIS team, this involves providing information and referrals to all women and specifically to women who have concerns for their safety.

We provide a comprehensive training program, mentored shifts and ongoing support. WIS is a supportive team to all of our valuable volunteers.

The Haven Volunteer Position Description (PDF 154.8 KB)

Apply now online

The Haven - Murray Bridge Community Centre

Become part of the team at The Haven at Murray Bridge Community Centre. As part of the wider WIS team, this involves providing information and referrals to all women and specifically to women who have concerns for their safety.

We provide a comprehensive training program, mentored shifts and ongoing support. WIS is a supportive team to all of our valuable volunteers.

The Haven Volunteer Position Description (PDF 154.8 KB)

The Haven
Murray Bridge Community Centre
18 Beatty Terrace, Murray Bridge
Phone 0402889542

Apply now online

The Haven - Port Pirie Community Centre

Become part of the team at The Haven in Port Pirie. As part of the wider WIS team, this involves providing information and referrals to all women and specifically to women who have concerns for their safety.

We provide a comprehensive training program, mentored shifts and ongoing support. WIS is a supportive team to all of our valuable volunteers.

The Haven Volunteer Position Description (PDF 154.8 KB)

Apply now online

The Haven - Whyalla Centacare

Become part of the team at The Haven in Whyalla. As part of the wider WIS team, this involves providing information and referrals to all women and specifically to women who have concerns for their safety.

We provide a comprehensive training program, mentored shifts and ongoing support. WIS is a supportive team to all of our valuable volunteers.

The Haven Volunteer Position Description (PDF 154.8 KB)

Apply now online

WIS Shopfront and community engagement

Work as a valued member of the team in our Shopfront. This volunteer role involves providing information and referrals to women who call our phone line or visit our city location in person. There are also opportunities to volunteer at community events on WIS stalls and to provide talks about WIS to student groups.

We will provide you with a comprehensive two-week training program, a minimum of 3 mentored shifts and a supportive work environment in a women-centred service.

Shopfront Volunteer Position Description (PDF 154.7 KB)

Apply now online

Page last updated : 27 May 2022

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https://officeforwomen.sa.gov.au/wis/volunteering-programs

Last Updated:

02 Mar 2021

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11 Aug 2022