National Volunteer Week 2026: What’s driving Australians back to community service?

National Volunteer Week (NVW), to be held from 18–24 May 2026, is Australia’s largest annual celebration of volunteering, recognising their vital contributions across the country. With the theme ‘Your Year to Volunteer’, it highlights the important role volunteering plays in strengthening Australia’s social fabric. Featuring Gary Patni, SES NSW volunteer Vinay Kumar, and Md Anas, a young multicultural award-winning volunteer from Victoria, this podcast explores why more Australians are rediscovering the joy of giving back to their communities.