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IHC Dunedin - “Friendship isn’t one big thing, it is a million little things”- Gill Marshall

IHC New Zealand advocates for the rights, inclusion and welfare of all people with intellectual disabilities and supports them to live satisfying live...

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Central Otago REAP “Just good people helping out more good people.” - Paddy Ford

Central Otago REAP’s Drive My Life Mentors are volunteers who help learners practice driving until they are confident and competent to sit the driving...

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Volunteer Voices - "I am learning and the rewards are so worth it." - Anna

Anna Dunphey radiates enthusiasm about her role as a volunteer activities supporter with Wanaka’s MINT Charitable Trust. “I haven’t been volunteering...

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Volunteer Voices- "It is a privilege to be able to keep a connection and give back"- Lily

“I view volunteering as an opportunity.” says Year 13 MAC Student LiIy Wilson. “My own volunteering has improved my people skills and confidence and I...

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Volunteer Voices - "Even a tiny smile from a baby brings sunshine to my day.” - Sarah

Being a drop in volunteer for Upper Clutha Plunket suits Sarah Eagle down to the ground. “I don’t have any formal role. I just lend a hand where and w...

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Volunteer Voices - ’There are more priceless moments than I can count' Bob Christians, Red Cross.

Bob Christians lights up when he speaks about his volunteering. “This role gives me snapshots of pure joy and it’s a privilege to be part of these peo...

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Volunteer mentors strengthen community governance across the Central Lakes

Volunteer mentors strengthen community governance across the Central Lakes A community governance mentoring programme has wrapped up for the second ye...

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Volunteer South team take a break

Please note out offices will be closed from December 22nd until January 15th whilst our team take a well deserved break. Our online connections servic...

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Doing the good mahi for food rescue charity KiwiHarvest

Three pairs of Wānaka volunteers are doing the good mahi for food rescue charity KiwiHarvest. Working in collaboration with the Queenstown branch of...

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Celebrating Connections with IHC

IHC is excited about new developments in its Volunteer Friendship Programme in Otago. IHC’s Volunteer Friendship Programme is about making a positive...

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