Volunteer with Us
Why Volunteer with Blue Light Victoria?
Volunteering with Blue Light Victoria is about more than giving your time — it’s about making a meaningful impact.
As a volunteer, you’ll:
💙 Support young people to build confidence, resilience and positive pathways
💙 Be part of a trusted, values-driven organisation with over 45 years of impact
💙 Build new skills, experiences and connections
💙 Work alongside passionate staff, police members and community leaders
💙 Make a tangible difference in your local community
Whether you have a few hours to spare or want to take on a more ongoing role, there’s a place for you at Blue Light.
Volunteer in Our Programs
Our programs rely on committed volunteers who help create safe, engaging and supportive environments for young people.
Volunteer opportunities may include:
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Supporting school-based programs such as DASH, Blue EDGE and CoRE
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Assisting with 1:1 mentoring programs
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Helping facilitate activities, discussions or group sessions
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Supporting program delivery alongside trained staff and police members
Volunteers bring relevant experience working with young people, along with a positive attitude, reliability and a willingness to learn. All volunteers undergo child safety screening and receive comprehensive training, induction and ongoing support.
Volunteer with a Local Blue Light Branch
Blue Light branches operate across Victoria and play a vital role in delivering local events and activities that bring communities together.
Branch volunteers may be involved in:
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Planning and supporting local events and activities
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Committee and governance roles
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Fundraising and community engagement
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Supporting partnerships with local police and community organisations
Volunteering with a branch is a great way to get involved locally, meet new people and contribute to initiatives that directly benefit your community.
Who Can Volunteer?
We welcome volunteers from all walks of life. You might be:
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A community member wanting to give back
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A student or graduate looking for experience
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A professional wanting to use your skills for good
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Someone with lived experience who wants to make a difference
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Retired, semi-retired or with flexible availability
What matters most is your commitment to our values, your respect for young people, and your desire to make a positive impact.
Support, Training and Safety
We are committed to creating safe environments for young people and volunteers alike.
All volunteers receive:
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An induction and role-specific training
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Ongoing support from Blue Light staff
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Clear policies, procedures and child safety frameworks
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A welcoming, inclusive and supportive environment
Ready to Get Involved?
If you’re interested in volunteering with our programs or a local Blue Light branch, we’d love to hear from you.
Volunteer Screening and Child Safety
Blue Light Victoria is committed to providing safe, inclusive and supportive environments for all young people involved in our programs and activities. To uphold this commitment, all volunteer applications are subject to screening in line with the Victorian Child Safe Standards.
All volunteers are required to:
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Complete a National Police Check
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Undertake role-specific training and induction
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Sign an agreement confirming understanding of the Code of Conduct for Working with Children
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Read, understand and comply with the Blue Light Victoria Child Safety Policy
These requirements help ensure our programs are delivered safely, professionally and in the best interests of young people.
