International Volunteer Managers Day

We’re excited to be celebrating International Volunteer Managers Day this year with a special event to recognise and uplift the incredible mahi done by volunteer managers across our community.

This year’s theme is: Be Bold. Make Change.
Our celebratory event will take place on:
•Thursday 6th November 2025 (N.B: IVMD is the 5th but the Funding Expo is on that day, so had to push a day later)
•11:00am – 1:00pm
•Western Community Centre, Hamilton

The event will feature an engaging panel of volunteer managers who will share their insights, challenges, and memorable moments. You’ll also hear from our inspiring guest speaker, Kylee Black from Kylee & Co.

There will be plenty of time to connect and mingle with others over lunch in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.

Panelists:
Beth Jobin | People & Culture Executive | NZ National Fieldays Society Inc
Karen Mansfield | Director of Volunteering and Sustainability | Hospice Waikato
Linda Roil | Founder and General Manager | Kids in Need Waikato
Jessica Brown | Manager | Citizens Advice Bureau Te Awamutu

If you work in the volunteer space, we would love to have you attend this special event.