Three facts for Volunteer Week

Can you lend a hand? Picture: UNSPLASH

Here are three facts for National Volunteer Week:

1. Change makers

Celebrated from 15-21 May, this year’s National Volunteers Week theme is ‘The Change Makers’ – representing someone who takes action to make the world a better place.

2. Millions volunteer

Throughout Australia, it is estimated almost six million individuals volunteer through an organisation annually.

3. Put up your hand

Research shows that Australians who volunteer have higher rates of overall life satisfaction and are more likely to trust people.