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You are a volunteer; or you are interested in becoming a volunteer; or you are a volunteer manager; or you are an organisation using volunteers; or you are an organisation considering using volunteers...

... then we probably have some resources to help you along.

Some resources can be borrowed, others you can consult in our offices (over a cuppa if you like).

Below is a list of just some of what we have.

Community Planning: Working Together – Workshop Proceedings
C. Freeman, G. Leighton, C. Barr
2005; Planning Programme: University of Otago; booklet
Speaker notes about community representation, working with communities, local and central government roles in community planning.
 
Fish – a remarkable way to boost morale and improve results
Stephen Lundin, Harry Paul, John Christensen
2000; Hodder and Stoughton, London; book
Discusses how to create a playfully productive atmosphere at work.
 
For love not money – a handbook for volunteers
Margaret McGregor, Shirley James, Joan Gerrand, Doris Cater, Bruce Petty
1982; Dove Communications, Blackburn, Australia; book
The needs, rights and responsibilities of volunteers. Info for volunteers, volunteer co-ordinators and organisations employing volunteers.
 
Good Intentions – an assessment of the statement of government intentions for an improved community-government relationship
ANGOA (the Association of Non-Governmental Organisations of Aotearoa)
2008; booklet (see also www.angoa.org.nz)
 
Grassroots and Nonprofit Leadership – a Guide for Organizations in Changing Times
Berit Lakey, George Lakey, Rod Napier, Janice Robinson
1995; New Society Publishers, Gabriola, Canada; book
Discusses effective leadership in not-for-profit organisations.
 
Helping – People Skills for Helpers
Graeme Clark
1993; The Dunmore Press, Palmerston North; book
Aims to assist helpers to understand their role and acquire effective skills.
 
I can change anything (but not on my own)
Teresa O’Connor and Pauline O’Regan
North East Community Development Scheme, Christchurch
A quick reference manual for those involved with forming small groups of any type with the goal of building community spirit.
 
Managing Your Voluntary Agency in NZ – A Handbook
1993; NZ Federation of Voluntary Welfare Organisations
 
Performance without Profit – The Voluntary Welfare Sector in New Zealand
G R Hawke & D Robinson (eds.)
1993; Institute of Policy Studies, Victoria University, Wellington
Discusses the economic role of the voluntary sector, organisational forms, taxation issues, measurement, accountability and the relationship between the public sector and voluntary activity.
 
Stronger Together – recruiting and working with ethnocultural volunteers
Sue Pike, Gwenne Goodlet
1990; Central Volunteer Bureau of Ottawa-Carleton, Ontario; booklet
 
The Effective Management of Volunteer Programs
Marlene Wilson
1981; Volunteer Management Associates, Boulder, Colorado; book
 
The History of the Non-profit Sector in NZ
Margaret Tennant, Mike O’Brian & Jackie Sanders
2008; Office for the Community & Voluntary Sector, Wellington; booklet
Includes an extensive list of research references.
 
The Journal of Volunteer Administration
Association for Volunteer Administration, USA
1998; Journal; Volume XVI, Number 3, Spring 1998
A sampling from the 1997 International Conference on Volunteer Administration. Includes papers on managing the impact of organisational change on volunteers, creating successful volunteer job descriptions, volunteer liability, and more.
 
The NZ Non-profit Sector in Comparative Perspective
Jackie Sanders, Mike O’Brian, Margaret Tennant, S. Wojciech Sokolowski, Lester M. Salamon
2008; Office for the Community and Voluntary Sector; booklet
Findings of the study.
 
Turn your organisation into a Volunteer Magnet - Presentations and Handouts
Volunteering New Zealand
CD-ROM
 
Volunteering – A Current Perspective
Joy Noble
1991; Volunteer Centre of South Australia Inc; book
Analyses of the role of volunteering in society.
 
Volunteering in Aotearoa
Rebecca Little, AUT, for Volunteering Auckland
CD-ROM
 
Volunteering & Society – Principles and Practice
Rodney Hedley, Justin Davis Smith (eds.)
1992; Bedford Square Press, London; book
Discusses policy and volunteering; management and volunteers; different communities and volunteers.
 
Volunteer Management – A Resource Manual
Margaret Curtis, Joy Noble
1990; The Volunteer Centre of South Australia Inc.; booklet
Comprehensive handbook on volunteering.
 
Volunteers – a guide for volunteers and their organisations
Mary Woods
1998; Hazard Press, Christchurch; book
Understanding, supporting and managing volunteers.
 
Volunteers: Patterns, Meanings & Motives – A Symposium
Stephen Hatch (ed.)
1983; The Volunteer Centre, England; book
Reports on research on the role of volunteers, and why volunteers volunteer.
 

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Laurie Mains
Bob Howitt & Robin McConnell
1996; Rugby Publishing Limited, Auckland; book
Biography
 
Literacy Aotearoa Dunedin 1977- 2007, a patchwork history
2007; booklet
 
My Life
Avis Hunter
Donald Beasley Institute Inc., Dunedin; book
The story of Avis who tells of her many years in foster homes and psychiatric institutions.
 
The first door that opened – experiences of migrants in Wellington’s volunteer sector
Rebecca Gray
2008; Steele Roberts Publishers & Volunteer Wellington; book
 
The heart of a volunteer
Dan Zadra (Ed.)
2004; Compendium Publishing; book
Inspirational quotes
 

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Community Help – The NZ Directory of Services 2004/2005
Ron McPhail & David Buxton (eds.)
2004 (13th ed.); C R McPhail Ltd, Palmerston North, NZ; book
A comprehensive guide to community services provided by Government Departments, State Owned Enterprises and various government and non-government agencies.
 
Corporate Events Guide NZ 2008 – Your essential guide to event planning
booklet (also accessible online at www.corporateeventsguide.co.nz)
Lists function venues etc.
 
Dunedin Directory
Dunedin Council of Social Services
2005; comprehensive directory of support agencies in Dunedin
 
Next Steps Directory of Agencies & Information to assist in the transition from school to work, further education and more, Otago
Disability Information Service Inc
booklet (also accessible online at http://www.disabilityinfo.co.nz/directories.php)
 
On the Flat – A Community Guide Book
2002; booklet
Information on clubs, services, activities & sports within the St Kilda, South Dunedin, St Clair, Caversham areas
 
Retirement Guide
Yellow Pages Group, Auckland; booklet (similar info also available online at http://www.grownups.co.nz/list/lifestyle/retirement)
Info relevant to retirement and yellow pages listings.
 
The Neighbourhood Crime Prevention Handbook
Pat Daley
1995; FAI Insurance Group, North Sydney; book
Guide to personal & child safety, home security, community policing, motor vehicle protection, fire safety
 

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Absolute Beginner’s Guide to Microsoft Office Frontpage 2003
Jennifer Ackerman Kettell and Kate J. Chase
2004; Que Publishing, Indiana; book
 
Internet Basic Resource Book – Internet Training for Beginners
Viv Sherwood and Jenny Chilcott
2000; Community Development Group, Department of Internal Affairs; booklet
 
Internet Unmasked – The essential handbook for NZ business and not-for-profits
Dennis A. Smith
2008; Gold Tick Services Ltd, North Shore; book
Practical handbook on developing an effective Internet presence for your organisation.
 
Web Resources Related to Volunteerism
OzVPM
List of web addresses. 

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Accounting: The Basics for Business Decisions, 8th edition
Robert Meigs & Walter Meigs
1990; McGraw-Hill, Singapore; book
 
Funding for Community Groups and Individuals
Dunedin Council of Social Services
 
Managing Money – Accounting for Non-Accountants in Voluntary Organisations
Richard Norman
1996; NZ Federation of Voluntary Welfare Organisations; book
 
Non Profit Organisations as Clients
Denham Martin
1998; Denham Martin & Associates; booklet
Professional Development Course Paper
 
Personnel Practices in Voluntary Agencies: Paid Volunteers
1994; NZ Federation of Voluntary Welfare Organisations; booklet
 
Personnel Practices in Voluntary Agencies: Paid Workers
1994; NZ Federation of Voluntary Welfare Organisations; booklet
 
The seriously good guide to fundraising
Kerri Tilby
2008; Exult Ltd, Tauranga; booklet
Lots of fundraising ideas, info and contacts.

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Communities and Government – Potential for Partnership (Report of the Community and Voluntary Sector Working Party)
2001; Ministry of Social Policy; report
 
Community Report: The Dunedin Volunteer Centre
Jill McDonald
Research paper
 
Community Resource Kit – Guidance for people setting up and running community organisations
Ngaire Burley
2006; Family and Community Services - Ministry of Social Development & Local Government and Community Branch – The Department of Internal Affairs; folder
 
Flaxroot Technology – Conference 2002 – Communities Creating the Future
The Department of Internal Affairs
Includes info on use of Information and Communication Technology by community organisations.
 
Political Lobbying
Tim Barnett

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Better Safe… - Risk Management in Volunteer Programs & Community Service
Linda Graf
2003; Linda Graf & Associates, Ontario, Canada; book
 
Guidelines for Risk Management in Sport and Recreation
Standards NZ Committee P8669 Risk Management in Sport and Recreation
2004; Standards NZ; booklet
How to identify and manage risk in the sports and recreation sectors.
 
Legal Liability; From Liability to Student Safety; Risk Management & Legal Liabilities for Community and Voluntary Organisations
Office for the Community and Voluntary Sector
Selection of handouts.
 
Risk Management – managing legal risks for voluntary organisations
NZ Federation of Voluntary Welfare Organisations
1998; manual
Information on compliance issues, statutes and regulations, and torts. Guidelines for compliance programmes and risk management.
 
Risk-proof your Volunteer Program – a full-day workshop for managers of volunteers
Linda L. Graff
2005; Linda Graff and Associates Inc., Ontario; photocopies of workshop handouts
Definitions of risk, risk management worksheets and suggested readings.
 
Running the Risk – Risk management tool for volunteer involving organisations
Volunteering Australia
2003; booklet
Checklists, risk action plans and more.
 
Working Safely for your Community
Workinfo, Department of Labour, OSH
2003; booklet
Health and Safety guidelines for community and voluntary organisations
 

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We have a selection of newsletters, information sheets, brochures and policy documents from the following government departments. Or use the links provided to check out the relevant department's information online.

Charities Commission Preparatory Unit
 
Department of Internal Affairs
 
Department of Labour
 
Housing NZ Corporation
 
Ministry of Economic Development
 
Ministry of Health
 
Ministry of Social Development
 
Office for the Community and Voluntary Sector
 
Statistics New Zealand – Census Information
 
The Treasury
 
Work and Income
 

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Community Links – A Newsletter for the Not-for-Profit Sector
 
Dialogue – Newsletter for the NZ Federation of Voluntary Organisations
 
New Dialogue – Magazine of the NZ Federation of Voluntary Welfare Organisations
 
Newsflash - Newsletter for the NZ Federation of Voluntary Organisations
 
Social Perspectives – A magazine for voluntary social services in Aotearoa NZ
 
Social Work Review – NZ Association of Social Workers 
 

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Confronting Abusive Beliefs: A group treatment program for men who abuse their partners
Mary Nomme Russell, Jost Frohberg
School of Social Work, University of British Columbia; Family Services of Greater Vancouver
 
Deserving of Death – my Journey to Life
Fiona Denham
1996; inside out books, Palmerston North; book
The story of a personal battle with eating disorders and depression.
 
Directory of Health & Disability Related Groups Otago
Disability Information Service Inc
2007; booklet (also accessible online at www.disabilityinfo.co.nz/directories.php)
Provides contact details and descriptions of health and disability related groups throughout Otago.
 
Getting on with life – an older person’s guide to positive relationships and lifestyles
Relationship Services - Whakawhanaungatanga
1999; booklet
Checklists and advice on keeping or creating positive relationships as we age.
 
Hard Words – Children’s Experiences of Parental Mental Illness
Rose Cuff & Jonathan Pietsch
2001; Human Services – people first; State of Victoria
Video
 
Health Education Resources Catalogue
Ministry of Health – Manatu Hauora
2009; booklet (similar info available online at www.healthed.govt.nz) 
 
In my shoes – an everyday look at Autism Spectrum Disorder
2008; peoplemedia
CD-ROM
 
Needs Assessment Service Co-ordination and Relationship Services, Otago
Disability Information Service Inc
2008; booklet (also accessible online at www.disabilityinfo.co.nz/directories.php)
Includes a directory of services available for people with disabilities.
 
Primary Health & Community Services
2006 & 2008; Cervin Publishing; booklet (similar info available online at www.healthpages.co.nz)
Directory of health service providers, support groups, community organisations, kaupapa maori services, etc.
 
Recreation in Dunedin
Otago Mental Health Support Trust
2009; booklet
Directory of free and low-cost recreational options, services, events, clubs, etc. for people with mental health issues
 
Shadows of Childhood – reflections of a maltreated child
Ray Willich
1978; Widescope International Publishers; Australia; book
A semi-autobiographical book telling of the life-long effects maltreatment has on a child.
 
Straight talking about Mental Illness, with emphasis on Schizophrenia – an educational guide
Robert Miller
1995; The Schizophrenia Fellowship, NZ; book
 
The Boy Who Couldn’t Stop Washing – The Experience and Treatment of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
Dr Judith Rapoport
1990; Collins, London; book
 
The Help Book – An Otago Directory of Information and Services for Older People
Presbyterian Support Otago
1999; booklet
Provides contact details and descriptions of organisations, services and resources relevant to older people.
 
Wellness Recovery Action Plan
Mary Ellen Copeland
2002; Peach Press, West Dummerston (some similar info also available online at www.mentalhealthrecovery.com); book
A system for monitoring, reducing and eliminating uncomfortable or dangerous physical symptoms and emotional feeling – for people experiencing psychiatric symptoms, or chronic pain.
 
Youth Suicide Prevention – Community Information Kit
Leora Hirsh & Pauline Dickinson
2005; Suicide Prevention Information NZ (SPINZ); booklet (also accessible online at www.spinz.org.nz)
 

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