Build practical skills, share your existing knowledge and gain valuable experience through meaningful roles, training and learning opportunities.

Make a genuine difference, support the communities you care about and experience the satisfaction of contributing to positive change.

You can volunteer at one of our seven sites across Victoria and South Australia, at community events held at different venues throughout the year, or by supporting clients in their homes or aged care facilities. We also offer selected roles that can be completed remotely from home. Opportunities vary depending on your location, interests, availability and the current needs of our programs.

No. We welcome people who share our commitment to supporting LGBTIQA+ communities and people living with HIV. Some peer-based roles may require relevant lived experience, which will be clearly explained in the role description.

Not always. Many roles provide the training and support you need to get started. Other roles may require particular qualifications, skills, lived experience or professional registration. Any requirements will be clearly outlined in the role description.

The time commitment depends on the role. Some opportunities involve regular weekly or fortnightly shifts, while others are available as one-off events or short-term projects. We’ll clearly explain the expected commitment before you apply.

Every contribution matters. Volunteers who complete at least four hours during the financial year are offered complimentary Thorne Harbour Health membership for that year.

Volunteer roles are unpaid. Depending on the role, volunteers may receive induction, training, ongoing support and opportunities to develop practical skills. Any available support for training, certification or approved expenses will be explained as part of the role.

The first step is to register for a Volunteer Information Session. You’ll learn more about Thorne Harbour Health, our volunteer program, current opportunities and the application process. Depending on the role, you may also need to complete an application, relevant checks and an induction before you begin volunteering.

Corporate volunteering sessions bring teams together for a meaningful volunteering experience at our Melbourne office in Abbotsford. Your team may assemble safer-sex packs, create Red Ribbons for World AIDS Day or support another practical activity based on current community needs.

Sessions generally run from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm on weekdays and include an introduction to Thorne Harbour Health, HIV awareness and LGBTIQA+ inclusion. Everything needed for the activity is provided, and practical information will be sent to your team before the session.