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VOLUNTEERS In 2019, volunteers from all walks of life and professions generously donated their time and expertise to further Yalari’s work and to help our students be the best they can be. We continue to work to ensure that both Yalari and our volunteers mutually benefit from the involvement of volunteering. We are constantly looking for new ways to engage and involve our volunteers, so they can further enrich and support our program while providing a relevant and engaging experience for them. Thank you to all our wonderful volunteers who play a vital role in the ongoing success of Yalari’s programs and initiatives.
2019 Volunteering Snapshot Student Tutoring There were many generous people across the country who gave their time to tutor Yalari students. Tutoring involves supporting the student, or group of students, to develop their skills and understanding of a particular subject. Yalari tutors provide expertise, experience and encouragement as they assist the student to identify issues, to problem solve and develop new skills.
Yalari Dinner Committees Our volunteer dinner committee members play in integral role in the organisation of Yalari’s dinners. In 2019, our dinner committees in Sydney, Melbourne, Perth and Brisbane did an outstanding job which contributed to the overall success of these events.
Yalari Dinners Each year, Yalari’s volunteer dinner crews perform an outstanding job across all the states, selling raffle tickets, hosting tables, assisting with the auctions and setting up and packing down. Simply, we cannot conduct our Yalari dinners without our volunteers. They play a major role in the fundraising activities on the night and contribute to the smooth operation of the event. A big thank you to all the individual volunteers and the organisations who coordinated their staff to help in 2019: Deloitte, Turner & Townsend, RPS Group, Herbert Smith Freehills, Walter & Eliza Hall Institute, Envato and Lipman Karas.
Board and Advisory Councils In 2019 we had seven board members, five of whom work on a voluntary basis alongside our Founding Director and Managing Director, offering their expertise to lead and guide Yalari’s strategic direction. Members of the NSW Regional Advisory Council (established in 2018) have continued to work to increase awareness and support of Yalari within New South Wales. The council operates under the control and direction of the board.
Yalari Camps, Events and Administration Many wonderful people donated their time to volunteer at Yalari student camps and events. We also have a team of regular, dedicated people who helped us in an administrative capacity at the Yalari office.
