Tasmania’s volunteering community is preparing to come together for the Future of Volunteering Symposium 2026: a focussed and forward-looking event designed to explore the evolving role of volunteering in our state and beyond.
Tasmania’s volunteering community is preparing to come together for the Future of Volunteering Symposium 2026: a focused and forward-looking event designed to explore the evolving role of volunteering in our state and beyond.
The Symposium will bring together Volunteer Involving Organisations (VIOs), volunteer managers and coordinators, researchers and community thought leaders, for a day of ideas, practical insight and meaningful connection.
Presenter Expressions of Interest – Closing 22 March 2026
Presenter EOIs are now open and will close in just one month, on Sunday 22 March 2026.
This is your opportunity to share innovative programs, research, lived experience, case studies or practical strategies that are shaping the future of volunteering.
If you or your organisation are doing work that challenges thinking, strengthens communities or supports volunteer leadership, we encourage you to submit an Expression of Interest before the deadline.
Keynote Speaker Announcement – Nairn Walker
We are delighted to announce Nairn Walker as a Keynote Speaker at the Symposium.
Nairn is a nationally respected leader in social innovation and community-centred change. As CEO of Social Solutions, she works alongside organisations across Australia to strengthen impact, leadership and systems thinking.
We are thrilled to welcome Nairn’s insight and experience to Tasmania’s volunteering industry as a Keynote Speaker.
Registrations NOW OPEN – Early Bird Savings Available
Registrations are officially open.
We encourage you to secure your place early and take advantage of Early Bird pricing, with Member Early Bird Registration just $65.
Early registration not only secures your attendance but ensures you maximise savings while planning ahead for 2026.
Sponsorship Opportunities Available
Sponsorship packages are now available for organisations seeking to align their brand with leadership, collaboration and community impact across Tasmania’s volunteering industry.
Sponsorship provides your organisation with the perfect opportunity to support volunteering in Tasmania. It provides a platform for you to showcase your brand and services to a qualified audience.
Opportunities are limited and tailored to provide meaningful engagement – we encourage early conversations to secure your preferred package.
For sponsorship information, please request the Prospectus from naomi@eventsphere.com.au.
We look forward to welcoming the volunteering community together for what promises to be a thoughtful, practical and energising Symposium.
For any questions regarding EOIs, registration or sponsorship, please contact:
Naomi Will
EventSphere
E: naomi@eventsphere.com.au
P: 0439 336 511