U3A Talks
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Categories: Arts
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Manawatu Peoples Radio
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U3A Manawatū presents a series of free seminars every year in May. In 2025, the theme of the series was "Making a Difference: the Power of Volunteering in Manawatū". MPR attended these talks and recorded them for broadcast and podcast. For more on U3A Manawatū check out www.u3amanawatu.org.nz.
All Episodes
U3A Talks Episode 04 - Kanchana Seneviratne (MMC) - Empowering Experienced Minds: Volunteering Opportunities at the Manawatū Multicultural Council
Published: 30/5/2025 8:00 p.m.
This presentation explores the meaningful impact of volunteering at MMC, highlighting the importance of giving back to the community. It discusses why volunteering matters, the significance it holds for personal growth and community development, and the diverse range of opportunities available. Additionally, it emphasizes how volunteering fosters cultural diversity, enriching both volunteers and the communities they serve. A radio show/podcast produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand on Air.
U3A Talks Episode 03 - Katrine Imrie (Abbeyfield) - The Joys of Volunteering
Published: 23/5/2025 8:00 p.m.
Katrine has had extensive experience as a volunteer with numerous organisations including Abbeyfield, Strive and Rotary. Much of this is in an administrative capacity as well as being house manager for the Abbeyfield House in Roslyn. Volunteering offers many rewards in terms of community involvement, purposeful activity and mental stimulation. She gives a participant’s perspective on the organisations, how volunteers contribute, and what is achieved. A radio show/podcast produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand on Air.
U3A Talks Episode 02 - Rennie Williamson (ENM) - Our Community's Backbone: Building a Sustainable Future
Published: 16/5/2025 8:00 p.m.
ENM is the environment hub for the Manawatū region, providing sector leadership, building capacity and capability, and creating community. Volunteers play a vital role within Environment Network Manawatū (ENM). They are the backbone of everything ENM does, supporting the work of 65 member groups. This talk celebrates the incredible contributions of these volunteers, discusses what draws people to environmental volunteering, and addresses the challenges. A radio show/podcast produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand on Air.
U3A Talks Episode 01 - Kate Aplin (Volunteer Central) - Gardening to Governance, Emergency to Everyday: Volunteering Capacity and Capability
Published: 09/5/2025 8:00 p.m.
Kate Aplin (she/her), Whatunga Tūao / Volunteer Central, Tumu Whakahaere / Manager Whatunga Tūao Volunteer Central is the contact point for "all things volunteering" for Palmerston North, Horowhenua, Manawatu, and Tararua. It focuses on building community capacity and capability through volunteering throughout these districts while providing support, education, advice, volunteers, and volunteering opportunities. Whatunga Tūao Volunteer Central works across the whole community no matter backgrounds, cultures, ages, education level, employment status, financial status, language with the aim of having "A Connected Community." A radio show/podcast produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand on Air.
