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.
Our volunteers work with women and people of marginalised genders from all different walks of life, and in various types of supporting roles.
We will give you training, mentoring and support to make sure your volunteering experience is the best it can be.
The Women’s Information Service celebrates diversity and strives to improve the lives of all people. We want our services and workplaces to be safe and inclusive for all. When using the term “women”, trans women and sistergirls are always included.
Volunteer in the city
Register your interest to volunteer with our metropolitan Adelaide services and programs.
Volunteer in the country
Register your interest to volunteer with our regional Adelaide services and programs.
Enquire today!
Phone 8303 0590
Email wis@sa.gov.au
Children's Centre (Northern metro)
Children's Centre (Northern metro)
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 and people of marginalised genders 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 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
WIS Parafield Gardens
Parafield Gardens Children's Centre
9 Casuarina Drive, Parafield Gardens
Apply now online
The Women’s Information Service celebrates diversity and strives to improve the lives of all people. We want our services and workplaces to be safe and inclusive for all. When using the term “women”, trans women and sistergirls are always included.
Children's Centre (Southern metro)
Children's Centre (Southern metro)
Work as a valued member of the team at Southern Suburbs Children’s Centres. This volunteer role involves providing information and referrals to women and people of marginalised genders 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
Aldinga Beach Children's Centre
Evans Street, Aldinga Beach
WIS O'Sullivan Beach
O'Sullivan Beach Children's Centre
51a Galloway Road, O'Sullivan Beach
Apply now online
The Women’s Information Service celebrates diversity and strives to improve the lives of all people. We want our services and workplaces to be safe and inclusive for all. When using the term “women”, trans women and sistergirls are always included.
Family Court Support (Adelaide metro)
Family Court Support (Adelaide metro)
WIS Family Court Support volunteers attend court with women who don’t have friends or family to go with them. Many of the cases involve 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 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
WIS Shopfront and community engagement (Adelaide metro)
WIS Shopfront and community engagement (Adelaide metro)
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 training program, mentored shifts and a supportive work environment in a women-centred service.
Shopfront Volunteer Position Description (PDF 154.7 KB)
WIS Adelaide
101 Grenfell Street
Adelaide
Apply now online
The Haven - Gawler Community House & Gawler Children's Centre
The Haven - Gawler Community House & Gawler Children's Centre
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 people of marginalised genders and specifically to women and people of marginalised genders 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
Apply now online - Haven at Gawler Community House
Work as a valued member of the team at our Gawler Children’s Centre location. This volunteer role involves providing information and referrals to women and people of marginalised genders who visit the Gawler 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 Position Description (PDF 209.5 KB)
Gawler & District College B-12 Children's Centre
Gate 6 or 7
69 Barnet Road
Evanston
Apply now online - Gawler Children's Centre
The Women’s Information Service celebrates diversity and strives to improve the lives of all people. We want our services and workplaces to be safe and inclusive for all. When using the term “women”, trans women and sistergirls are always included.
The Haven - Goolwa Library & Goolwa Children's Centre
The Haven - Goolwa Library & Goolwa Children's Centre
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 people of marginalised genders 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)
Goolwa Library
11 Cadell Street
Goolwa
Apply now online - Haven at Goolwa Library
Work as a valued member of the team at our Goolwa Children’s Centre location. This volunteer role involves providing information and referrals to women and people of marginalised genders who visit the Goolwa 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)
Goolwa Children's Centre
Brooking Street
Goolwa
Apply now online - Goolwa Children's Centre
The Women’s Information Service celebrates diversity and strives to improve the lives of all people. We want our services and workplaces to be safe and inclusive for all. When using the term “women”, trans women and sistergirls are always included.
The Haven - Mount Barker & The Willows Children's Centre
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 people of marginalised genders and specifically to women and people of marginalised genders 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
Mount Barker Community Centre
3 Dumas Street, Mount Barker
Apply now online - Mount Barker Community Centre
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 and people of marginalised genders who visit 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 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)
Mount Barker Children’s Centre
The Willows Children’s Centre
1 Charles Street, Mount Barker
Apply now online - Mount Barker Children's Centre
The Women’s Information Service celebrates diversity and strives to improve the lives of all people. We want our services and workplaces to be safe and inclusive for all. When using the term “women”, trans women and sistergirls are always included.
The Haven - Mount Gambier Library & Mount Gambier Children's Centre
The Haven - Mount Gambier Library & Mount Gambier Children's Centre
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 and people of marginalised genders women and specifically to women and people of marginalised genders 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)
Mount Gambier Library
6 Watson Terrace
Mount Gambier
Apply now online - Haven at Mount Gambier Library
Work as a valued member of the team at our Mount Gambier Children’s Centre location. This volunteer role involves providing information and referrals to women and people of marginalised genders who visit the Mount Gambier 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 Position Description (PDF 209.5 KB)
Mount Gambier Children's Centre
Mulga Street
Mount Gambier
Apply now online - Mount Gambier Children's Centre
The Women’s Information Service celebrates diversity and strives to improve the lives of all people. We want our services and workplaces to be safe and inclusive for all. When using the term “women”, trans women and sistergirls are always included.
The Haven - Murray Bridge Community Centre & Tinyeri Children's Centre
The Haven - Murray Bridge Community Centre & Tinyeri Children's Centre
Become part of the team at The Haven at Edwards Square Community Centre. As part of the wider WIS team, this involves providing information and referrals to all women and people of marginalised gender and specifically to women and people of marginalised gender 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)
Edwards Square Community Centre
2 South Terrace
Murray Bridge
Apply now online - Haven at Edwards Square Community Centre
The Women’s Information Service celebrates diversity and strives to improve the lives of all people. We want our services and workplaces to be safe and inclusive for all. When using the term “women”, trans women and sistergirls are always included
The Haven - Port Pirie Community Centre & Port Pirie West Children's Centre
The Haven - Port Pirie Community Centre & Port Pirie West Children's 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 people of marginalised genders online and specifically to women and people of marginalised genders online 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)
Port Pirie Community Centre
28 Symonds Street
Risdon Park
Apply now online - Haven at Port Pirie Community Centre
Work as a valued member of the team at our Port Pirie West Children’s Centre location. This volunteer role involves providing information and referrals to women who visit the Port Pirie West 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 Position Description (PDF 209.5 KB)
Port Pirie West Children's Centre
First Street
Port Pirie West
Apply now online - Port Pirie West Children's Centre
The Women’s Information Service celebrates diversity and strives to improve the lives of all people. We want our services and workplaces to be safe and inclusive for all. When using the term “women”, trans women and sistergirls are always included.
The Haven - Riverland Centacare
The Haven - Riverland Centacare
Become part of the team at The Haven in the Riverland. As part of the wider WIS team, this involves providing information and referrals to all women and people of marginalised genders and specifically to women and people of marginalised genders 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)
Centacare (Riverland)
Riverland Haven
2 Ahern Street, Berri SA 5253
Apply now online
The Women’s Information Service celebrates diversity and strives to improve the lives of all people. We want our services and workplaces to be safe and inclusive for all. When using the term “women”, trans women and sistergirls are always included.
The Haven - Whyalla Centacare
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 people of marginalised genders and specifically to women and people of marginalised genders 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)
Centacare Whyalla
67 McRitchie Cres
Whyalla Stuart
Apply now online - Haven at Whyalla Centacare
The Women’s Information Service celebrates diversity and strives to improve the lives of all people. We want our services and workplaces to be safe and inclusive for all. When using the term “women”, trans women and sistergirls are always included.
Office for Women acknowledges and respects Aboriginal peoples as the State’s first peoples and nations and recognises Aboriginal peoples as traditional owners and occupants of the lands and waters in South Australia.
Women's Information Service
8303 0590 or 1800 188 158
Monday to Friday - 9:00am to 5:00pm
wis@sa.gov.au
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