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150M volunteer hours. A global milestone proving the real value of volunteers. See what it could mean for you.

What could your organisation achieve with 150 million volunteer hours? From filling 70,000 full-time roles to planting 1.8 billion trees, the impact of volunteering is extraordinary. Swipe through to see just how powerful 150 million hours can be - and how Rosterfy helps organisations like yours turn potential into action.

Behind every young volunteer in emergency response is someone carrying emotional weight, responsibility and a genuine desire to help others. But how do we ensure they’re not stretched beyond their limits? Chris Emmett of Surf Life Saving New Zealand joins us to discuss the realities of youth volunteering in high-stakes environments — and the steps organisations must take to create safer, healthier and more empowering experiences. Watch the whole conversation on demand!

How do we protect young volunteers in high-pressure, life-saving environments? In this episode, Chris Emmett, GM – Club Support & Capability at Surf Life Saving New Zealand, shares powerful insights on supporting youth who step up to serve their communities. From the physical and emotional demands of lifesaving to the real risks of stress and burnout, Chris explores what organisations must do to keep volunteers safe, confident and supported. Learn how strong leadership, clear systems and realistic expectations create sustainable volunteer pathways — and why wellbeing can’t be optional in emergency and relief roles.

Young volunteers bring energy, skill and heart to emergency and relief services — but without the right support, the demands can quickly become overwhelming. In this conversation with Chris Emmett from Surf Life Saving New Zealand, we unpack the organisational responsibility behind volunteer wellbeing. Discover how leadership capability, strong systems and realistic expectations can protect young people from burnout and help them thrive in high-responsibility environments. Watch this webinar on demand.

Young volunteers bring extraordinary commitment to lifesaving and emergency response — but supporting them requires more than gratitude. In this episode, Surf Life Saving New Zealand’s Chris Emmett reveals how organisations can balance passion with protection, ensuring volunteers can contribute without compromising their wellbeing. Learn what real support looks like, and how to build environments where young people feel equipped, valued and safe.