There are a number of activities that you can be involved in as an active onshore volunteer at Sea Shepherd Australia from:
• Participating in outreach stalls at public events
• Participating/organising our Marine Debris Campaign beach clean-ups
• Joining our Education Team to deliver exciting school talks to schoolchildren
Our chapters primary goals are:
• Raise donations to fund Sea Shepherd's Global campaigns
• Engage with the public to raise awareness on the plight of our oceans
• Encourage the public to support Sea Shepherd Australia
Your role as an Active Onshore Volunteer
When you join as a volunteer there are certain obligations you need to meet and an expectation that you will make every effort to be an active committed volunteer.
Firstly ensure that you:
• Follow instructions provided by the coordinators. They are here to ensure that we comply with our obligations as volunteers representing Sea Shepherd.
• Are actively involved with the chapter. We expect that allvolunteers who join will make an on going contribution to the team. If you change your mind or can’t commit anymore then contact the Chapter Coordinator to discuss.
• All volunteers must actively monitor the Sea Shepherd Volunteers Facebook Group for new events and register your interest where you can help.
• The page will also have updates on campaigns and other information you need to stay up to date on.
• If selected for an event team then we expect you to commit to the event.
• If you are interested in other roles then take the initiative and contact the relevant Coordinator to discuss getting involved.
When you join us as a volunteer, you need to sign a number of policies including our Code of Conduct.
Code of Conduct
We understand that not everyone in the team will be friends, but this is a workplace and you are expected to treat everyone with respect and understanding.
• Alcohol and drug use: Must not use drugs or drink alcohol while on duty on a stall as a volunteer.
• Discrimination & Bullying: Absolutely unacceptable in our team. We have a diverse range of people in our chapter and we expect everyone to treat each other with respect. Always remember that everyone is here, or should be here, to defend the oceans and is working to the best of their abilities.
New Volunteer Obligations
There is a requirement you need to meet in the first six months of joining as a volunteer:
• Completing the online training, modules and questionnaire.
• Attend at least one beach clean-up as a volunteer
• Volunteer on a merchandise stall
• Help with a quarterly stocktake
Once these are complete then you'll officially become an active onshore volunteer!