In today’s rapidly evolving world, the landscape of volunteering is undergoing a transformation. Are you ready to seize the opportunity and engage a new wave of volunteers effectively?

This dynamic and engaging seminar is designed to equip your organisation with the insights and practical tools to attract, engage, and retain dedicated volunteers who will drive your mission forward. Your organisation will walk away with actionable tips and insights to attract and retain volunteers in the current volunteering landscape.

Over his career, Martin J. Cowling has been a volunteer, hands-on manager, leader, researcher and consultant. He has worked from small grassroots organisations through to senior management roles with large social purpose organisations and the Federal government. He has provided consulting services across the globe.

Cowling led the Office of the Not for Profit Sector for the Australian government and helped establish the Australian Charities and Not for Profit Commission (ACNC) in 2013. He was responsible for the Australian Federal Volunteer strategy at the time. He then oversaw national indigenous employment strategies for the Department of Prime Minister and Cabinet. He co-founded the Australasian Retreat for Advanced Volunteer Management from 2005 to 2013 and helped establish the Australasian Association of Volunteer Administrators.

Cowling is a skilled presenter who has spoken at conferences across Australia and in sixteen countries. Philanthropy 101 ranked him as one of the top 100 speakers on philanthropy. He has lectured at Universities in Asia, Australia, the US and Middle East on Civil engagement, NGOs and Volunteering, and has worked with LaTrobe University on research into volunteerism. He has written over 200 articles, research papers, blog posts and book chapters on leadership, change in organisations, community engagement and volunteering. In today’s rapidly evolving world, the landscape of volunteering is transforming. Are you ready to seize the opportunity and effectively engage a new wave of volunteers?

Re-thinking Volunteer Recruitment