Principles of Volunteering

Principles of volunteering at Hawkesbury Radio

• Benefits the community and the volunteer
• Is always a matter of choice
• Is an activity that is unpaid and is not undertaken for the receipt of salary, pension, government allowance or honorarium
• is a legitimate way in which citizens can participate in the activities of their community
• is a vehicle for individuals or groups to address human, environmental and social needs
• does not replace paid workers nor constitute a threat to the job security of paid workers
• respects the rights, dignity and culture of others
• promotes human rights and equality