Community Tree Connector Volunteer

This role is advertised by Volunteer West, the volunteer resource centre of Australian Multicultural Community Services, on behalf of Selah Innovation Group.

Organisation description:

Selah Innovation Group is a Wyndham-based social innovation organisation focused on strengthening respect, belonging and wellbeing across workplaces, education and community settings.

We develop the RBW Behavioural Framework, a practical, human-centred system that helps people understand behaviour, build positive relationships and create safer, more supportive environments. Our work combines behavioural insights, community learning and early-intervention approaches to empower individuals and groups to connect, reflect and grow.

We collaborate with local councils, community centres, learning networks and innovation partners to deliver workshops, learning experiences and community initiatives that support respect, belonging, wellbeing and more connected communities.

Position description:

Selah Innovation Group is looking for Community Tree Connector Volunteers to support its 2-Year Tree Nurturing Pledge.

The initiative encourages community members to care for a tree over time, share its growth and stay connected with others through local activities, stories and community engagement. The tree provides a practical symbol of ongoing care, participation and community growth.

Volunteers will be part of a wider community helping participants feel welcomed, respected and connected, while encouraging ongoing participation throughout the two-year journey. You may work alongside other volunteers at community activities, help participants get involved, or support simple follow-up and communication.

The initiative will be launched at Dumplings Against Depression 2026: Momo Edition at the Victorian Pride Centre in St Kilda on Tuesday, 27 October 2026. Volunteers may have the opportunity to take part in the launch, but attending the St Kilda event is optional.

Ongoing volunteer activities will focus mainly on Wyndham, Melbourne’s western suburbs and some online tasks.

Volunteers may help with:

• Welcoming participants and explaining the 2-Year Tree Nurturing Pledge
• Distributing seedlings or trees
• Supporting local tree-care and community activities
• Encouraging respectful participation and community connection
• Checking in with participants and sharing updates
• Helping with simple communication, stories and online tasks
• Supporting participants to record or share tree-growth milestones where appropriate

The initiative runs for two years, but volunteers do not need to commit for the full period. You can join individual activities or stay involved longer if you wish.

No counselling or mental health support is involved.

Skills and qualities required:

• Friendly and comfortable talking with people
• Reliable and willing to help
• Interested in community connection or the environment
• Enjoy working with others

No previous experience is required. Guidance and support will be provided.

Location:

• Activities will mainly take place in Wyndham and Melbourne’s western suburbs, with some tasks available online.
• Volunteers may also choose to attend the launch at Dumplings Against Depression 2026: Momo Edition in St Kilda.

Time and commitment requirement:

• Flexible
• Join one-off activities or stay involved longer depending on your availability

Benefits of volunteering for this role:

• Meet other volunteers and community members and be part of a shared community experience
• Develop practical experience in community engagement and social-impact initiatives
• Contribute to a longer-term community project focused on respect, belonging and wellbeing
• See the outcomes of ongoing participation as trees and community connections grow over time