Volunteer Work

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Here in Australia, volunteering is very much a part of the social and economic structure of the country. Most charities would not be able to survive if it were not for the many volunteers who selflessly give of their time and effort. The charity I work for has 4 part-time paid staff, with hours ranging from 4 a week (me) to 20 a week. We also have a floating population of around 12 to 15 volunteers. Many of these are students who are doing Social Work or Mental Health degrees and need placement hours as part of their courses, but others volunteer simply because they believe in what we are doing. Those of us who have some paid hours also often put in extra, unpaid time. Is volunteering big where you are? Do you do any volunteer work?