On 10 June 2026 we recognised 14 of our wonderful volunteers in Accessible Information Services (AIS) who received WA Volunteer Service Awards from the Department of Communities last month as part of National Volunteer Week.
A number of award-winners, some of them regional, gathered for a lovely morning tea in the Hub at Perron Place, where our CEO Anna Presser presented certificates (and cake).
“Today’s not just about certificates and years of service, it’s about celebrating the commitment, generosity, kindness and dedication… You really are the lifeblood of the community,” Anna said.
“These certificates we are handing out today recognise important milestones, but they also recognise something much greater, whether it’s helping with braille, checking audio books, assisting with production… Your efforts are truly valued.”
“Every recording, every review, every task completed and every hour given helps ensure that people in our community can access information, stories and resources that might otherwise be out of reach… The impact of your work reaches further than you may realise.”
Department of Communities 2026 WA Volunteer Service Award Winners:
Taylor Brown – Digital Production – 5 years in 2025
Fiona Chin – Audio Book Production/Library Assistant – 7 years
Sylvia Cheung – Audio Book Production/Library Assistant – 9 years
Kerry Fasolo – Studios- Audio Narrator and Audio Book Monitor – 10 years in 2025
Jane Gibbs – Studios- Audio Narrator and Audio Book Monitor – 10 years in 2025
Tracey Parker – Studios- Audio Narrator – 10 years in 2025
Kirsteen Blake – Audio Book Production Assistant – 11-12 years
Joy Mitchell – Studios- Audio Book Quality Checker – 15 years in 2025
Bernice McGuiness – Studios- Audio Book Monitor – 15 years in 2025
Rose Hockley – Audio Book Production/Library Assistant – 16 years
Jay Townsend – Studios- Audio Narrator – 20 years
Carol Grace – Braille Transcriber – 25 years in 2025
Alan Needham – Studios- Audio Narrator – 25 years in 2025
Jan Howell – Braille Transcriber – 39 years, 40 years this year
Our AIS team is supported by more than 70 volunteers, who play a vital role in helping us provide many of our important services. By joining the volunteer team, you can use your spare time to learn new skills, meet new people and know you are making a difference in the lives of people living with disabilities.
If you would like to volunteer with us, please visit our volunteers page to see the roles available and how to apply.
