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Based in Glenorchy in the northern suburbs of Hobart, Tas Textiles is a social enterprise operated by the St Vincent de Paul Society Tasmania that offers a range of services, including clothing manufacturing, embroidery services, and the production of soft toys. The program employs a dedicated team of people living with a disability who are provided with meaningful employment opportunities and valuable skills training. Tas Textiles offers a safe, stress-free working environment to the employees and their support workers.

Here are some of the roles a volunteer at Tas Textiles might undertake:

  • Assisting with production: Volunteers can assist with the production of clothing, soft toys, and other items. This may include sorting and storing goods, assisting with inventory, and packing orders for dispatch to customers.
  • Providing administrative support: Volunteers can help with administrative tasks such as welcoming customers, filing, data entry, customer service, and organising our busy office.
  • Assisting with digitised embroidery services: Skilled volunteers might be able to offer Tas Textiles the gift of their knowledge and experience, such as digitising logos for the embroidery machines.
  • Providing assistance to support workers: Volunteers can aid support workers and outreach during breaks and lunchtime to employees at Tas Textiles, helping to ensure that they have a positive and fulfilling work experience.
  • Pricing and merchandising products: Volunteers help to price items and display them in an attractive and organised manner in the retail store.

Volunteering at Tas Textiles is a great way to support a program that provides uniquely valuable employment opportunities and skills training to people living with a disability. You'll have the opportunity to learn new skills and gain valuable experience, all while making a positive impact in the lives of others. By volunteering your time, you can help Tas Textiles to continue providing important services to the community while also supporting the work of the St Vincent de Paul Society Tasmania.

If you're looking for a meaningful way to give back to your local community, volunteering at Tas Textiles is a great option. By volunteering your time, skills, and experience – as well as your friendship – you can support a program that provides valuable employment opportunities and skills training to our valued workers, while also making a positive impact in their lives. Here are a few reasons why you should consider volunteering at Tas Textiles:

  • Support a good cause: Tas Textiles is a social enterprise and all profits go towards supporting the St Vincent de Paul Society's work in the community. By volunteering your time, you'll be supporting a program that provides important services to the community and helps to make a positive impact in the lives of others.
  • Learn new skills: Whether you're interested in sewing, embroidery, or administrative tasks, volunteering at Tas Textiles is a great way to learn new skills and gain valuable experience. You'll have the opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals and gain hands-on experience in a supportive environment.
  • Make a difference: By volunteering at Tas Textiles, you'll be making a real difference in the lives of people living with a disability. You'll be providing valuable support and assistance; and helping to ensure that these workers have a positive and fulfilling work experience.
  • Meet new people: Volunteering at Tas Textiles is a great way to meet new people and make new friends. You'll be working alongside a team of dedicated volunteers and employees, all of whom share a common goal of making a positive impact in the community.

So, if you're looking for a rewarding and fulfilling volunteer opportunity, consider volunteering at Tas Textiles. You'll be making a real difference in the lives of others, while also gaining valuable skills and experience that will serve you well in the future. To get started, register your interest above and our Volunteer Campaign Coordinator will contact you.