Volunteer with Livewire

Volunteer with teens and young people in hospital

Whether teens are at home or in hospital, Livewire supports them when they need it most. In hospitals around Australia, Livewire runs over 2,000 creative workshops each year covering everything from music and photography to film making, creative writing, animation and art. These fun, creative workshops enhance self-esteem, confidence and resilience.

Livewire helps young people connect with others who know what they're going through.

Become a Livewire volunteer, and you'll help provide a range of activities which enhance personal development, encourage engagement and foster a sense of normality in a relaxed environment. You may have a specific creative skill you can share - or you're keen to learn new ones!

Our Volunteers make a huge difference to the lives of teens in hospital and online, with online opportunities available for our Livewire and Starlight Express Room volunteers.

This is a regular commitment with at least two Livewire shifts each month. Regular shifts mean you'll gain confidence faster and make even more of a difference.

We're looking for positive, creative, reliable people who can comfortably connect with teens, have plenty of initiative and love being part of a team. You'll receive training before you start, and ongoing support.

“If you don’t like having fun, it might not be for you, otherwise I can’t recommend it highly enough. Being able to bring some joy to people that need it is immensely gratifying.” – David

How to become a Livewire volunteer

If you’re excited to become a Livewire volunteer, please get in touch. We have a thorough recruitment process, and are here to listen if you need any accommodations.