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Welcome to the Returned Australian Volunteer Network

The official alumni network to the Australian Volunteers Program. Read stories, meet State Representatives, browse the resources section and stay connected.

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Returned Australian volunteers can stay connected through RAVN

About the network

Returned volunteers from all Australian Government-funded overseas volunteering programs are invited to join.

Madeleine on assignment in Tonga with her supervisor Mandie Finau and counterpart Petuliki Mila

Latest stories

Read the inspiring, sometimes career and life-altering accounts from returned volunteers.

WA RAVN State Representative Julie Wren

Meet the state representatives

Like returned volunteer Julie Wren from Western Australia. State representatives are former volunteers leading alumni networking activities in their local area.

Networking at the Returned Australian Volunteers Conference

Staying connected

From networking events and professional development opportunities, to online engagement — stay connected through RAVN.

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RAVN Go Back <> Give Back competition winners

Congratulations to all the finalists and the winners of the RAVN Go Back <> Give Back competition - a chance for returned volunteers to go and give back to their partner organisation.

Stay connected with fellow returned volunteers through RAVN events

Resources for returned volunteers

Designed especially for returned volunteers, our resources include job hunting tips, media guidance and more.

Update your contact details

Where are you now? Make sure you don't miss out on RAVN events and opportunities in your area by updating your address and contact details.

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