Become a Volunteer

We rely on hundreds of passionate volunteers

We Love Volunteers!

Volunteers are the lifeblood of RDA Victoria. From coaching to manning the sausage sizzle, people support RDA in many different ways – and we always need more. Whatever skills you can bring, giving your time to your local RDA centre will mean that more people with a disability can enjoy the therapy and fun of horses.

There are all sorts of people who pursue their special interests, and so I’m happy that mine is benefitting riders and I am contributing to my town.

Verna French

Swan Hill

What impact could you make?

RDA is a diverse organisation, and we are at our best when we bring together people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities. As a valued volunteer, you’ll find a range of roles and tasks that may suit you and your skills.

Side walkers
Leaders
Horse training & care
Coaching
Administration support
Fundraising
Events
Cake baking
Gardening
General maintenance
Grant writing

Volunteering with RDA should be rewarding and fulfilling – and we want you to benefit from your time with us. We provide all the training and support which means it’s not just our participants who get the opportunity to learn new skills.

You have other people who come in and help to give them (the riders) a sense of achievement, a sense of belonging. It’s that community which I think is a very, very strong thing.

Coach

Benefits to You

Learn new skills
Be part of a team
Make a difference
Enjoy the outdoors (and keep fit)
Make new friends
Boost your CV

RDA has clear and robust evidence to show that our volunteers feel more useful and better about themselves. They are more sociable and physically active. They have learnt new skills and gained more confidence.

Volunteer Requirements

There are a few requirements before joining the team

We welcome volunteers of 12 and over, there is no upper age limit.
All volunteers aged 18 or over must have a Working with Children Checks (checks are free for volunteers)
Volunteers, particularly those that want to work in the program, must commit to regular sessions so that every centre can plan consistent programs and the participant feels comfort and certainty.