Victoria Park Community Games Night Event Host
Advertised by Volunteering WA🎲 Board Games Night Cohost – Volunteer Role
Location: Victoria Park Community Centre Time Commitment: 4th Saturday of each month [3rd Saturday in December] (5:30 pm – 9:00 pm)
🌟 About Activate Mental Health
At Activate Mental Health (“AMH”), we improve well-being and raise awareness of mental health issues by running fun social events such as walks, board game nights, and book clubs. Thanks to our very experienced and diversified team, we’ve been in the game for over 9 years. We’re helping our community while having fun—how good is that?
Do you want to be part of it? Come and talk to us!
🪴 Our Goals
• Aspiration: Improving well-being through fun and human connection • Mission: Peer-led fun activities to overcome social isolation
🧡 Our Values
• Connection – A sense of belonging • Fun – Boosting happiness levels • Inclusion – Feeling personally valued
🎉 About the Board Games Night
Just two weeks after launching Activate Mental Health, our founder took the stage at a Vic Park Collective crowdfunding dinner in Victoria Park. His passionate pitch paid off, securing $890 in funding.
Demonstrating his commitment to the broader mental health community, our founder donated 25% of the funds to another local charity. With the remaining amount, he purchased a collection of board games, laying the foundation for Activate’s monthly board game nights.
Since August 2016, these nights have been a staple at the Victoria Park Community Centre, fostering connection and community among attendees.
💬 What People Say
“I enjoy the board game night. It’s cool to get me out of the house, and I’ll meet people, and I really need that. I’ve got no family here, and I don’t have many friends here, so I need to get out. I enjoy the board game and meeting people, and look forward to it every month.”
“Great hosts, always ensuring that everyone is having a good time. Both my daughter and I love going to game nights to enjoy a lovely evening with board games, chatting with people, and being in a safe place, especially for people like me who sometimes struggle with social interactions.”
🧩 Role Overview: Board Games Night Cohost
As a cohost, you’ll help create a welcoming, inclusive, and fun environment for attendees. You’ll support setup, hospitality, gameplay, and pack-down, making sure everyone feels at home and has a great time.
🕒 Duties & Timeline
5:30 pm – 6:00 pm
• Set up tables, chairs, and board games • Organise snacks and drinks in the kitchen
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
• Welcome and check in guests • Help guests form groups and choose games • Serve tea, coffee, popcorn, and snacks • Keep the kitchen tidy
7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
• Join in on games and help facilitate fun
8:00 pm – 8:45 pm
• Clean and reset the kitchen
8:45 pm – 9:00 pm
• Coordinate pack-down: tables, chairs, games • Vacuum and clean the venue • Prepare the space for Sunday’s hirers
🙌 What You’ll Bring
• A friendly, welcoming attitude • Willingness to pitch in and help with setup and pack-down • Interest in games, connection, and community • Respect for diverse backgrounds and experiences
🎁 What You’ll Get
• A chance to make a real difference in people’s lives • Connection with a vibrant, supportive community • Fun, laughter, and meaningful conversations • Experience in event hosting and peer support
💚 Ready to cohost with heart? Let’s chat!
We’d love to welcome you into the Activate Mental Health crew.