Volunteering Changemakers Hui, 20 September 2024
Te Pae, Christchurch
Volunteering New Zealand invites volunteering leaders and co-ordinators to come together in Christchurch on 20 September. The hui will focus on volunteer management and practice, valuing volunteering and approaches to volunteer engagement.
With plenty of networking opportunities, collaboration and great speakers and content, you will engage and collaborate with peers, be inspired and share new ideas and learn and ignite new ideas and practices.
Learn and share your experiences about:
- Strengthening resilience for voluntary organisations and groups
- Good practice and innovation from across Aotearoa
- Return on investment for volunteers and volunteer leaders
- Changemakers share their stories of innovation
- Exploring tech and tools that can make your job easier
You will:
- Be inspired by a range of practitioners and thought leaders
- Increase your capability to influence, collaborate, and lead others
- Learn how to engage effectively with volunteers and about good practice
- Connect with peers, share, and learn together.
Keynote speakers and facilitated discussions will focus on volunteer management and practice, valuing volunteering, and approaches to volunteer engagement. Confirmed speakers include Minister Louise Upston, The Minister for the Community and Voluntary Sector and international speaker Tony Goodrow, President of Better Impact.
19 September – Mini masterclasses and networking event
We are offering additional optional half-day Masterclasses on 19 September. Mini masterclasses options include:
- Reporting and the full value of Volunteer Engagement, Tony Goodrow – President Better Impact.
- Best Practice Guidelines Deep Dive half day workshop, Volunteering New Zealand.
These will be followed by an optional networking event in the evening of the 19th.
Buy tickets now
The Volunteering Changemakers Hui is for volunteer managers, leaders of volunteers and those who run organisations that work through a volunteer workforce. Last year tickets sold out in 6 weeks, so secure your tickets now.
Pricing:
We have kept ticket pricing low to enable as many people to attend as possible. Ticket prices are outlined below, + GST + Humantix fees:
- Member Organisations Volunteering Changemakers Hui – full day 20th September $269.00
- Non-member NFP/Community Sector Volunteering Changemakers Hui – full day 20th September $289.00
- Non-member Public or Business Sector: Volunteering Changemakers Hui – full day 20th September $325.00
- Mini Masterclasses $89.00
- Thursday networking $35.00
Ticket information
- The Changemakers Hui and mini masterclasses can be purchased separately
- A closing networking event is included in the Changemakers Hui on the 20th from 4pm.
- There are two mini masterclasses to choose from on the 19th. You can buy separately.
- A smaller networking event is being held on Thursday 19th September. This can also be bought separately.
- Pricing within Humanitix includes gst and also a small platform ticketing fee.
Your Speakers
Keynote speakers (more to come) and facilitated discussions will focus on wellbeing, leadership, and inclusion, the three key strands that have surfaced as being important to the sector.
Minister Louise Upston
Louise Upston is the Minister for the Community and Voluntary Sector, Minister for Social Development and Employment, and Minister for Child Poverty Reduction. She has served as the MP for Taupō since the 2008 election.
Louise held a number of Ministerial roles in the Fifth National Government, including the portfolios of Corrections, Education, Land Information, Local Government, Women, and Tertiary Education Skills and Employment.
Dr Andrew Lensen
Dr Andrew Lensen is a Senior Lecturer in Artificial Intelligence at Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington, specialising in explainable and interdisciplinary AI. His research explores AI’s social and ethical implications, with applications in ecology, legal decision-making, and more. Dr Lensen is an active science communicator, frequently contributing op-eds, interviews, and expert commentary on AI-related topics.
Moumita Das Roy
Moumita Das Roy is a cross-industry marketer with a wealth of experience in iconic global organisations. Recognised as a Creator to Follow and a Social Impact Top Community Voice on LinkedIn, she is a prolific content creator who passionately engages in Diversity and Inclusion, Social Impact, and Volunteering conversations. Moumita’s multicultural work environments and travels across seven continents through her work and volunteering, enrich her storytelling, making her contributions relatable and versatile.
Tony Goodrow
Tony Goodrow is the President of Better Impact, a leader in volunteer management software. With a passion for enhancing nonprofit efficiency, Tony has spearheaded innovations that streamline volunteer engagement. His dedication to technology and community service has established Better Impact as a trusted partner for organizations worldwide, helping them to achieve greater impact through effective volunteer management.
Supporters and sponsors of our event
Accommodation options
Carnmore Hotel Christchurch
- Ph: 0800 840 848
- Email: info@carnmorehotelchristchurch.co.nz
- Address: 840-848 Colombo Street Christchurch
- Website: https://carnmorehotelchristchurch.co.nz/
- Distance from Te Pae: 8 mins walking
- Rating: 4*
Carnmore Hotel Christchurch has offered our hui attendees 12% OFF on their best available rate for room only and bed & breakfast package.
To book your room with the discount, simply use the promo code: NZCHANGE. This code is available for bookings between 18-22/09/24 in case you want to come a day before or after the event.
Please note the discount can be used at any time subject to the hotel availability. Click on the URL to access this promotion.
Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square
- Ph: 03 372 2111
- Email: h6592@accor.com
- Address: 52 Cathedral Square, Christchurch
- Website link
- Distance from Te Pae: 4 mins walking
- Rating: 4.5*+
Accor has offered attendees at the Volunteering Changemakers Hui a preferred accommodation discount of 10% off the public flexible room rate at the Ibis Christchurch or Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square.
Please note the discount is subject to the hotel availability. Click on the URL to access this promotion.
Experiences of Leadership Hui 2023
We had a hugely successful of the Volunteering Leadership Hui 2023 in Te Whanganui-a-tara Wellington. Hear from delegates directly on the impact of this event.
Volunteering Leadership 2023 delegates shared with us:
“The whanaungatanga, manaaki and wairua of the amazing group people was so inspirational. I personally and professionally went away with so many new and innovative tools in my kete. Such a rewarding and highly beneficial experience.”
“Great energy, engaging speakers, great opportunities to network with peers, lots of valuable insights and resources to take away.”
“Great speakers – so much packed into one day – in a venue which felt like it was just brimming with passion for all things volunteering and served up alongside good timekeeping, good kai and amazing people.”
