Volunteering with Bicycle Queensland

Just like any not for profit organisation, Bicycle Queensland gets a lot of support from our volunteers. Some volunteers have been able to assist year in, year out, helping BIcycle Queensland deliver events or programs around the state. Some volunteers are able to help for a specific event or role in their region or area of interest. Every single one is valuable to our organisation, as we strive to make Queensland a safer and more connected place to ride.

Hans Willemsin lives in Brisbane and has volunteered with Bicycle Queensland in a number of roles, and recently helped out at our Orientation Day stalls that we held at a few universities this year.

• Why did you sign up to volunteer with BQ? 
  Hans: Volunteering is a chance to contribute to our community. For BQ, I am rather passionate about cycling (even though I know I should do more).
• What events have you volunteered at – what was it like on the day? 
  Hans: I have volunteered at a couple of uni O-week events. Previously I have helped run e-bike awareness sessions and have helped at a BQ stand next to City Hall for Bike Week.
• Do you volunteer anywhere else? If so – where abouts and why? 
  Hans: I volunteer for Red Cross, Australian Conservation Foundation and with a local revegetation group. Once again to help our community (Red Cross) and another passion, this time for our environment.
• Would you encourage other people to volunteer with BQ, and if so, why is that? 
  Hans: Yes, it is a worthwhile activity.

If you would like to volunteer with Bicycle Queensland, head to our Volunteers page to sign up.