Become a Volunteer
ArtsNational is a vibrant, volunteer-led national association offering superbly illustrated, informative, and entertaining arts talks delivered by internationally recognised experts on diverse subjects. By volunteering with your local ArtsNational Society, you immerse yourself in an inclusive, creative community dedicated to the promotion and preservation of aesthetic education, cultural heritage, and the arts.
All ArtsNational Societies across Australia are powered entirely by volunteers. These local groups present expert-led presentations and special interest events, all within friendly, welcoming settings designed for shared learning, relaxed enjoyment and connection.
The Benefits of Volunteering with your ArtsNational Society
1. Develop New Skills & Grow Your Talents
Volunteering offers hands-on opportunities to build and refine the skills you’d like to build such as event coordination, public speaking, project management, and creative collaboration. It’s an enriching way to apply your passions and interests while gaining valuable experience and working with other like-minded art lovers.
2. Build Belonging Through Community & Connection
Our Societies offer safe, trusting environments where volunteers and audiences engage meaningfully. Being part of this welcoming network fosters friendship, confidence, and a strong sense of belonging.
3. Contribute to Culture.
As a volunteer, you’ll help bring world-class arts talks to your local community. Your ArtsNational Society is committed to enhancing local arts education and cultural preservation in your local area.
4. Well-Being & Personal Fulfillment
Studies show arts involvement brings mental and physical health benefits—reducing loneliness, stress, and even cognitive decline. Volunteering amplifies these positive effects through social engagement and purposeful contribution.
5. Expand Your Network & Support Young Artists
Volunteering helps you connect with passionate people and contributors from across creative fields. You’ll also have opportunities to support initiatives like Young Arts and the Patricia Robertson Fund—enabling opportunities for emerging artists and Australia’s important heritage conservation.
6. Enjoy Flexibility & Variety
Choose from many different and exciting roles—from organizing events to fostering local young arts projects. You can choose to contribute in a way that you feel most comfortable. You can make an impact in your local community at a pace that suits you.
Why Your Contribution Matters
Volunteers are the heart of ArtsNational. Without your time, skills, and energy, local Societies could not run effectively. By choosing to give back, you’re helping maintain arts education, support young creatives, and preserve Australia’s cultural heritage, while forging enriching experiences for yourself and others.
Speak with a local Society committee member to learn more.
If you aren’t already a member of an ArtsNational Society, then click here to find a Society near you.
CONTACT US and we’ll get you CONNECTED
ArtsNational is open to everyone and new members are always very welcome
Interested in starting a society in your area?
Contact: newsocieties@artsnational.au
Mailing Address
PO Box 1293
Tamworth NSW 2340
ABN
91 683 036 082