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Amnesty International Australia  
URL:http://www.amnesty.org.au/
Category:Refugees  Volunteer Programs  Global Education organisations  Civics and Citizenship  National associations 

An independent, politically impartial worldwide movement, Amnesty International works to both promote and to protect human rights around the world. This web site provides an online library, newsletters, and contact information for Amnesty International Australia offices in each of the states.

Australian Red Cross  
URL:http://www.redcross.org.au/default.asp
Category:Global Education organisations  National associations  Volunteer Programs 

Australian Red Cross is part of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement, whose principles motivate voluntary humanitarian action which is impartial, neutral and independent. Their mission is improving the lives of vulnerable people, particularly during emergencies and through the promotion of humanitarian laws and values. At the centre of the Movement are seven core values, or Fundamental Principles that shape and direct services and programs all around the world: Humanity, Impartiality, Neutrality, Independence, Voluntary Service, Unity and Universality. Their website includes information about the organisation, their work overseas and resources for school projects. There are Red Cross offices in each state and territory to support various school programs such as Junior Red Cross, Red Cross Community Challenge, Save a Mate and the Good Start Breakfast program. Other activities include the National Poster Competition and the Red Cross Youth International Project.

Australian Volunteer Search  
URL:http://www.volunteersearch.gov.au/
Category:Volunteer Programs 

An initiative of the Commonwealth of Australia, this resource is a new way for volunteers to search for volunteer positions, by providing access to the biggest choice of opportunities. Included is a search facility for locating non-profit organisations that serve the community through volunteer participation. The site also provides links to the 'Australian Job Search', and related websites.

Australian Volunteers International  
URL:http://www.australianvolunteers.com/index.asp
Category:Volunteering  Exchanges, Internships, Volunteer, Work Overseas  Volunteer Programs  National associations  Global Education organisations 

Australian Volunteers International recruits, prepares and supports hundreds of Australian volunteers. It contributes to a peaceful and just world by fostering cross-cultural relationships and international understanding between people, and by participating in the social and economic development of communities. The site provides information about the history of international volunteering in Australia and on the the overseas projects and activities and publications and news.

Communities Linking Computer Knowledge (CLiCK)  
URL:http://www.clickonline.org.au/
Category:Volunteer Programs 

CLiCK is a community project which helps students, people who can not afford computers, and non-profit organisations obtain computers free of charge. Many people and organisations upgrade their computers on a continual basis, however the computers and parts which have been replaced, upgraded or that have become obsolete often collect dust or are sent to landfill. CLiCK recycles these computers and parts to help community members and groups obtain computer equipment, so they can share in the knowledge and in the use of Computer facilities.

Community Information Victoria (CIVic)  
URL:http://www.civ.org.au/
Category:Communication and media  Volunteer Programs  Organisations - Victoria 

Community Information Victoria (CIVic) is an Association of member agencies that provide community information and support services to their local communities throughout Victoria.

Conservation Volunteers Australia  
URL:http://www.conservationvolunteers.com.au/
Category:Volunteer Programs  National associations 

The Trust is a non-profit, non-political community based organisation, which undertakes conservation projects which will be of benefit to the Australian environment. As Australia's largest practical conservation group, the Australian Trust for Conservation Volunteers aims to preserve the environment by involving the community in practical conservation projects. They arrange more than 1,000

GAP Activity Projects Australia  
URL:http://www.gapyear.com/
Category:Exchanges, Internships, Volunteer, Work Overseas  Volunteer Programs  Job and Career Options 

GAP Activity Projects is an educational charity, registered in the UK, providing volunteer projects to 17-25 year olds around the world. GAP placements provide full food and board, and in some cases, a small amount of weekly pocket money.

Global Vision International  
URL:http://www.gvi.co.uk/au
Category:ESL Abroad  Exchanges, Internships, Volunteer, Work Overseas  Volunteer Programs 

Looking for a unique travel experience? Make a difference in some of the world's most critical conservation and community volunteering projects with Global Vision International (GVI). Adventurous individuals can volunteer from 1 week to 2 years, and join in over 150 projects, including challenging Marine Conservation and Wildlife Research expeditions in Africa and Latin America and volunteer teaching and wildlife projects, in over 30 countries worldwide. Also, GVI delivers courses in Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) and can offer TEFL graduates opportunities for job placements and internships working with communities most at need. GVI has an international team of over 150 field staff for in-depth training, cultural orientation and 24 hour support throughout your stay. So, join the world's most exciting and progressive volunteering organisation and experience the world through new eyes.

Go Volunteer  
URL:http://www.govolunteer.com.au/
Category:Volunteer Programs  National associations 

An initiative of Volunteering Australia, the site contains a database of volunteer opportunities, allowing users to match their interests to the available volunteer vacancies. Also provided is a directory of volunteer organisations' profiles and mission statements. Visitors to the site will find definitions, principles, rights and responsibilities of volunteers and volunteer organisations, as well as stories about the experiences of people involved in volunteer work.