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Kokoda YOUTH FOUNDATION
YOUR TIME CAN BE A LIFELINE
HELP MAKE AN IMPACT WITH KOKODA YOUTH FOUNDATION
Our volunteers are at the heart of everything we do. It’s the dedication, time and passion from our incredible supporters that make it possible for us to deliver meaningful youth programs to the young people we support. Â
There are many ways to make an impact and be a catalyst for change in the lives of local youth. Become a program leader, guiding groups of teens through our transformative activities, serve as a mentor, offering support and encouragement, work in administration role behind-the-scenes supporting our youth programs or lend a helping hand on our Kokoda Challenge event days or more. Every role contributes to empowering the young people we support and helps change lives, including your own.
Want to help make a lasting difference in the lives of young people in your community? Complete the form below and get involved today.
If you have a corporate team or group that would like to get involved, please reach out via info@kokodachallenge.com.
Child Safety and Volunteers
At Kokoda Youth Foundation (KYF), the safety and wellbeing of every child is our highest priority. Our organisation has zero tolerance for any form of harm, abuse, neglect, bullying, racism, discrimination or exploitation. This commitment applies across all KYF programs, events and environments — both in person and online.
Every young person connected with KYF has the right to:
- Always feel safe, respected and included
- Be listened to and involved in decisions that affect them
- Have their cultural identity recognised, valued and supported
- Participate and thrive in environments that support their wellbeing
- Be protected from physical, emotional, sexual, cultural and online harm.
Our Expectations of Volunteers
All volunteers play an important role in creating a safe environment for young people. As part of volunteering with KYF, volunteers are required to:
- Hold a current Queensland Blue Card (Working With Children Check) before commencing any role involving young people
- Comply with all KYF child safety policies, procedures and codes of conduct
- Always act in ways that prioritise the safety, dignity and wellbeing of children
- Report any concerns, incidents or breaches of child safety immediately
- Support a culture where children feel safe to speak up and be heard
KYF is committed to maintaining a child-safe organisation, and we expect all volunteers to share responsibility for protecting the young people who participate in our programs. Anyone who does not meet these expectations will not be permitted to volunteer with KYF.
WHY VOLUNTEER?
Be part of something bigger! Join the community, connect with others while making a meaningful impact!
Build new leadership skills, network with like-minded people, gain practical experience in the youth and events space through volunteering.
Opportunity to step into nature, soaking up the outdoors and adventure while making the difference in the lives of young Australians.
Play your part in empowering local youth. Embrace the Kokoda Spirit, learn history and discover how giving your time can transform their lives – and your own.
VOLUNTEER WITH KOKODA CHALLENGE
Every dollar raised through our flagship event, the Kokoda Challenge, goes directly toward delivering transformative youth programs to young people across Australia, free of charge, so there is no cost to families involved. The Kokoda Challenge is not operated by an event company, and as a not-for-profit organisation, we are powered by the passion and commitment of our volunteers and supporters, who make this life-changing work possible.
Volunteering with the Kokoda Challenge is a fun and rewarding way to make a real difference. Each year, we rely on hundreds of dedicated volunteers to deliver events across the Sunshine Coast, Brisbane, Gold Coast and Sydney. With a variety of roles available before, during and after event weekend – whether you can give a few hours or make a larger commitment, your support is truly valued and appreciated.
 We have a number of event roles available for our 2026 events:
- Checkpoint Assistants
- Event Setup/Pack down
- Logistics
- Competitor Registrations
- Control Room Assistant
- Sweep Team
- Track Marking
- Event Merchandise
- Canteen Assistant
- Event Registration or Information
- Finish Line MC
- Farmers Gate Assistant (Sunshine Coast only)
Volunteering is a great way to join a community of like-minded people, make new friends, learn new skills and be part of something meaningful. For more information on volunteering with Kokoda Challenge and the various event roles available, please see here or, submit your expression of interest below to get involved.
About
Our People
The Kokoda Youth Foundation is a locally operated charity that has proudly supported Australian young people and their local communities for 20 years. Our experiential youth programs help young people increase their physical and mental resilience, confidence, and instil the Kokoda values of Courage, Endurance, Mateship and Sacrifice through the story of the Kokoda Campaign in 1942. These programs are offered free of charge, thanks to the generosity of our supporters.
