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Volunteer with Beyond Blue

Join us and help make a real difference in mental health. When you volunteer with Beyond Blue, you’ll represent us at community events, conferences, expos, festivals and local sports days.

It’s an enjoyable way to support mental health awareness and help more people in Australia find mental health support earlier and more easily.

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Beyond Blue at Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show

Who can volunteer?

Anyone aged 16 years and over can volunteer with Beyond Blue, and people choose to volunteer for many reasons.

You might want to connect with others, share your lived experience, give back to the community, or build new skills and confidence in a mental health volunteering role.

Volunteering with Beyond Blue can be a meaningful way to support mental health awareness in Australia, meet likeminded people and feel part of something bigger through our charity volunteer programs.

"I’d say to just go for it! The fact that you WANT to be of help is enough of a sign that you’re perfect for this."

– Maria Hassan, Beyond Blue Event Volunteer

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Beyond Blue volunteers at the Melbourne International Flower Garden Show

What do Beyond Blue Volunteers do at events?

Every year, Beyond Blue attends many community events to spark conversations, reduce stigma, and show people we’re here to help.

These events are a great way to explore community mental health volunteer opportunities that make a real difference.

Our volunteer roles pop up across Australia throughout the year and events might include sporting and challenge events, festivals, expos and community gatherings.

There are no set days or hours, so it’s easy to fit volunteering around work, study or family life.

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What it's like to volunteer at a Beyond Blue event

Follow Celeste as she shares her experience, giving you a glimpse into a day as a Beyond Blue event volunteer.

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I have personally met so many amazing people that I would have never had the opportunity to cross paths with if it wasn’t for volunteering.

Naomi Petrovska, Beyond Blue Event Volunteer

Volunteer requirements

To volunteer with Beyond Blue, you’ll need to be at least 16 years old, and you’ll need to have a valid Working with Children Check for your state or territory or be willing to get one. This helps keep our events safe and welcoming for everyone.

You’ll also need to complete the Beyond Blue Event Volunteer Registration and Induction Form, which prepares you for supporting mental health awareness at community events across Australia.

These simple steps make sure you’re ready, confident and equipped to represent Beyond Blue in your volunteering role.

Read our volunteering policies and procedures

Remember you must be aged 16 years and over

Complete the Beyond Blue Event Volunteer and Registration and Induction Form

Register to volunteer

Check this page for opportunities and click on ‘Register to volunteer’ to register your interest

View volunteering opportunities

If you don’t have a valid Working with Children Check (or state/territory equivalent) apply for that first.

Find out how to get a WWCC

You’ll meet staff and fellow volunteers at the event for a quick briefing, and there will also be time to debrief afterwards

Our Events and Volunteers team will email you within 3 days to check your information and confirm your volunteer shift

Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show

25 – 29 March

The Beyond Blue charity space will be buzzing across the five event days of the show.

Volunteers will be engaging with kids and families taking part in our many activities, handing out our information resources, chatting with attendees, and helping with fundraising activities.

Beyond Blue at Coastrek Margaret River 2025

Coastrek Mornington Peninsula

22 May

Coastrek Mornington Peninsula is happening, Friday 22nd May and we would love for you to join the volunteer squad.

You will be essential to ensuring trekkers feel encouraged and safe throughout their 50km, 30km and 20km journey – all while raising much needed funds and awareness for mental health.

Naomi Petrovska: Turning gratitude into action

Naomi Petrovska is a Melbourne based volunteer who signed up with Beyond Blue in 2022. Since then, Naomi has volunteered at events ranging from the Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show, Run Melbourne and the AFL Beyond Blue Cup.

“I was motivated to sign up as a Beyond Blue volunteer as a way to give back. I had recently used Beyond Blue services and wanted an opportunity to show my appreciation and gratitude for all of the support and guidance they provided me during a really difficult time.”

Mariam Hassan: Why giving back feels so good

Mariam Hassan is a Sydney based Beyond Blue Volunteer who joined the program in 2024. Mariam’s first event was a 4:30am wake up to attend Sydney Marathon in September 2024.

“I wanted to give back somehow and help spread their mission so more and more people can benefit just like I did. After my first time volunteering, I decided to just keep coming back because of how rewarding and also FUN it felt each time.”

Volunteering with Beyond Blue: Frequently Asked Questions

What do Beyond Blue volunteers do?
Do I need mental health training to volunteer?
I’ve tried to register for an event, but I have been put on a waitlist, what does this mean?
How long is the volunteer application process?
How do I get a Working with Children Check or equivalent for my State/Territory?
Will I have challenging conversations onsite at events?
Are there remote Beyond Blue volunteering options?
Can I complete a student placement or internship with Beyond Blue?
Can I volunteer for face-to-face or phone counselling?

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Why volunteer with Beyond Blue?

Who can volunteer?

– Maria Hassan, Beyond Blue Event Volunteer

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What do Beyond Blue Volunteers do at events?

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What it's like to volunteer at a Beyond Blue event

If you have any other questions about the Beyond Blue Volunteers Program, feel free to contact us.

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How to become a Beyond Blue Volunteer

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Volunteer requirements

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How volunteering with Beyond Blue works: step by step

Remember you must be aged 16 years and over

Complete the Beyond Blue Event Volunteer and Registration and Induction Form

Check this page for opportunities and click on ‘Register to volunteer’ to register your interest

If you don’t have a valid Working with Children Check (or state/territory equivalent) apply for that first.

You’ll meet staff and fellow volunteers at the event for a quick briefing, and there will also be time to debrief afterwards

Our Events and Volunteers team will email you within 3 days to check your information and confirm your volunteer shift

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Find a volunteer opportunity

Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show

Coastrek Mornington Peninsula

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The impact of volunteering

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Naomi Petrovska: Turning gratitude into action

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Mariam Hassan: Why giving back feels so good

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Volunteering with Beyond Blue: Frequently Asked Questions

What do Beyond Blue volunteers do?

Do I need mental health training to volunteer?

I’ve tried to register for an event, but I have been put on a waitlist, what does this mean?

How long is the volunteer application process?

How do I get a Working with Children Check or equivalent for my State/Territory?

Will I have challenging conversations onsite at events?

Are there remote Beyond Blue volunteering options?

Can I complete a student placement or internship with Beyond Blue?

Can I volunteer for face-to-face or phone counselling?

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Looking for other ways to get involved?

I'm interested in helping guide the future of mental health

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I'm interested in fundraising for Beyond Blue

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I'm interested in donating to Beyond Blue

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Make wellbeing a part of your every day

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Subscribe to receive info about mental health, keeping well and stories from our community.

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Who can volunteer?

– Maria Hassan, Beyond Blue Event Volunteer

What do Beyond Blue Volunteers do at events?

If you have any other questions about the Beyond Blue Volunteers Program, feel free to contact us.

How to become a Beyond Blue Volunteer

Volunteer requirements

How volunteering with Beyond Blue works: step by step

Remember you must be aged 16 years and over

Complete the Beyond Blue Event Volunteer and Registration and Induction Form

Check this page for opportunities and click on ‘Register to volunteer’ to register your interest

If you don’t have a valid Working with Children Check (or state/territory equivalent) apply for that first.

You’ll meet staff and fellow volunteers at the event for a quick briefing, and there will also be time to debrief afterwards

Our Events and Volunteers team will email you within 3 days to check your information and confirm your volunteer shift

Find a volunteer opportunity

Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show

Coastrek Mornington Peninsula

The impact of volunteering

Naomi Petrovska: Turning gratitude into action

Mariam Hassan: Why giving back feels so good

Volunteering with Beyond Blue: Frequently Asked Questions

What do Beyond Blue volunteers do?

Do I need mental health training to volunteer?

I’ve tried to register for an event, but I have been put on a waitlist, what does this mean?

How long is the volunteer application process?