Volunteering

You can make a difference...

The Animal Welfare League is looking for committed, compassionate people who are willing to give some of their spare time to help us care for the many homeless animals that pass through our doors.

What do I need to become a volunteer?

• Have dedication, compassion and a love of animals
• Be 18 years or older (due to Public Liability Insurance)
• Be willing to learn new skills and safe handling techniques when interacting with our shelter animals
• Have some spare time on your hands - ready to commit to a regular 4 hour shift a week
• Be of average fitness and physically active
• Be confident with animals and not afraid to get your hands dirty (or feet, or body, or face!)
• Ideally we would love people to be long term volunteers (6 months or more)
• Have a current Tetanus Vaccination or be willing to get one before you start helping out
• Ensure that your own animals are vaccinated

What are we able to offer you in return?

• Lots of puppies, kittens, dogs and cats for you to love, and they'll love you back!
• Ongoing training, the ability to learn new skills for the safe handling of animals
• Regular morning teas and social events where all vollies get together
• Discounted rates for merchandise from the AWL shop, and discounts with our own AWL Vet Clinic (after continuous volunteering for 3 months)
• Opportunities to apply for paid positions at AWL and demonstrate your experience first hand
• Access to formal training opportunities and courses for those interested in persuing a career in the animal care industry
• Regular appreciation days and thanks for all the hard work put in

For more information please call Volunteering Gold Coast 07 5526 2811 for available volunteer position descriptions and volunteer induction course timetable.

For all other enquiries please call Jodie on 5509 9019 or email volunteering@awlqld.com.au