Volunteer Code of Conduct

Last updated: 4 May 2026

As a volunteer with Making Waves Foundation (MWF), I agree to:

✅ Professional Conduct

• Act respectfully, responsibly, and in line with MWF values.
• Follow all instructions from MWF staff, skippers, and program leaders.
• Work cooperatively as part of the MWF team.

✅ Safety

• Follow all safety rules, briefings, and procedures.
• Use required safety equipment and avoid unsafe behaviour.
• Report hazards, incidents, or concerns immediately.
• Only take part in activities that I am physically and mentally fit to perform.

✅ Child Safety

• Maintain appropriate boundaries and act in the best interests of young people.
• Report any child safety or wellbeing concerns to MWF staff without delay.

✅ Training & Compliance

• Complete required induction, training, and assessments.
• Maintain required clearances (e.g. Working with Children Check).
• Communicate proactively if I cannot attend scheduled activities.

✅ Confidentiality & Privacy

• Keep MWF information, member details, and records confidential.
• Respect the privacy of participants, volunteers, and staff.

✅ Property & Media

• Use MWF equipment responsibly and return all materials when asked.
• Consent to photos or videos taken during activities being used for MWF purposes, unless I notify MWF otherwise.

✅ Representation

• Understand that I am not authorised to speak for, contract on behalf of, or represent MWF without approval.

✅ Participation

• Acknowledge that volunteering is unpaid and that MWF may end my involvement if safety, conduct, or compliance issues arise.

Questions about this Code? Email info@makingwaves.au.