 | Volunteer checklist |
| Is the organisation you wish to volunteer with a 'not for profit' organisation or a community project? |
| Does the mission statement and purpose of the organisation match your own values and beliefs? |
| Does the organisation offer the sort of work that interests you and can you maintain or develop skills there? |
| Will the organisation provide you with a written reference if you need one? |
| Does the organisation have a written volunteer policy explaining your rights and what you can expect from the organisation? |
| Is it available for you to read? |
| Does the organisation have volunteer insurance to cover you for the volunteer work you will be doing? |
| Is there a written job description for the volunteer position you want and does it explain what you will be doing? |
| Is the organisation willing to provide you with written information about itself? |
| Does the organisation have a manager or coordinator of volunteers whose job is to support and supervise the volunteer program? |
| Will you receive adequate training and orientation for you to perform your job? |
| Will you be reimbursed for money spent on behalf of the organisation and for travel?
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