Celebrating National Volunteer Week
Across Serco, our colleagues deliver essential public services on behalf of governments and are committed to creating a positive impact through the work they do. Many also extend that commitment beyond the workplace by volunteering their own time to provide vital support for their local communities.
This National Volunteer Week, we highlight stories of our colleagues who have dedicated their time to make a positive impact in their communities.
Bharti spends her free time volunteering at her local temple, where she helps organise various community events and ceremonies. Driven by the sense of community and spirituality that the temple brings, Bharti finds joy and fulfillment in supporting her fellow worshippers.
For anyone thinking of volunteering, Bharti encourages you to find something you're passionate about. "Volunteering not only benefits others but brings a sense of purpose and satisfaction to oneself. It's a wonderful way to give back and make a positive impact," she says.
“Volunteering plays a crucial role in shaping a better future for generations by addressing various societal issues, fostering empathy and understanding, and promoting positive change,” said Bharti.
- Bharti, Dentist, Australian Defence Services Health Services
For more than 20 years, Maryanne from our Immigration team has spent her free time giving back to her community, enabling communities to grow and enhance their community spirit.
Having volunteered at soup kitchens, music festivals, bushfire recovery efforts, and more, Maryanne’s volunteering highlight was at the Commonwealth Games in Melbourne where she was assigned to the Sri Lankan team in the Games Village.
- Maryanne, Detention Service Officer, Immigration team
Recently, members of our Adelaide Immigration team made a collective blood donation at the local lifeblood collection centre. The team's manager, James coordinated this volunteer effort as many in the team have personal connection to the cause having known someone whose life was saved by emergency blood donations.
"This simple yet impactful act is a powerful way to save lives and contribute to the well-being of others."
- Adelaide Immigration team