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"The smallest act of kindness is worth more than the greatest intention" - Oscar Wilde -
You are part of a team of 1,075,000 people volunteering in Aotearoa. The work you do is part of the $4 billion per annum economic contribution, and 159 million hours of formal volunteer labour each year.
It is impossible to measure the number of lives improved by your work and commitment. By offering your time and skills to help others, you create something bigger than yourself and you have set a powerful example.
Thank you for supporting our communities by giving people in need a helping hand, the hope of a better tomorrow. For sharing your knowledge with grace and enthusiasm. For showing us that in order to make a difference in the world, all we need is kindness.
We are honoured to have Janetta Mandeno and Lyal Brenton, once again, as the MCs for the Volunteer Recognition Event. This is a very successful combination that brings joy to the ceremony in a professional and memorable way. The duo are perfect ambassadors for the event as they are both widely engaged with the local communities through volunteering.
At Whatunga Tūao | Volunteer Central, we aim to create meaningful connections, therefore, having MCs that are part of the volunteering community is so important. As volunteers themselves, Janetta and Lyal truly connect with the nominees and share their passion for helping others.
Lyal is the Palmerston North Town Crier. He has extensive voluntary roles including Big Brother Big Sister mentor, Board Member of the Just Released Accommodation Trust and Palmerston North Community Services Council.
Get in touch with Lyal: brenton@inspire.net.nz
Janetta is a local celebrant for marriages, civil unions, and any ceremony. Her voluntary roles are extensive including Whatunga Tūao | Volunteer Central as an office volunteer, MidCentral Hospital as a Trolley salesperson, and St John on the Outreach Therapy Pets programme.
Get in touch with Janetta: http://janettarosecelebrant.co.nz/
We would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to all attendees, nominees, speakers, sponsors, and supporters who made the Volunteer Recognition Event 2022 possible. Your support and participation helped celebrate the incredible contributions of volunteers in our community.
Thank you for being part of this special event and for recognizing the importance of volunteer work in making Aotearoa a better place for everyone. Your continued support helps us honor and celebrate the selfless dedication of our volunteers.
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