Focus area one: Build capability

Strong, capable and sustainable volunteer-involving organisations are essential to a thriving volunteer sector. They connect people with opportunities, support communities and create positive volunteer experiences.

Volunteering also happens through informal networks, local leadership and grassroots community action. Stronger connections across the sector can help organisations and communities share knowledge, build capability and support more Queenslanders to contribute.

Why this matters

Improving leadership, governance, volunteer management, collaboration and innovation will help organisations adapt to change and meet community needs. It will also support safe, inclusive and rewarding experiences that help volunteers feel supported and valued.

What success looks like by 2036

• Queensland’s volunteer sector is strong, sustainable and responsive.
• Volunteer-involving organisations are adaptable and future-focused.

Priorities

• Strengthen leadership, governance and management.
• Enhance networks, information sharing and collaboration.
• Drive innovation and resilience.
• Lead by example in government.

How we will get there

Queensland Government

Strengthen the foundations for volunteering through partnerships, sector connections and innovation.

Opportunity for sector and partners

Strengthen leadership, capability and collaboration to create quality volunteer experiences and meet changing community needs.

Find out more

Read the Queensland Volunteering Plan 2026–2036 (PDF, 4MB),