{"id":2,"date":"2026-03-02T14:17:52","date_gmt":"2026-03-02T14:17:52","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/ironislandmalta.com\/?page_id=2"},"modified":"2026-03-03T06:42:47","modified_gmt":"2026-03-03T06:42:47","slug":"volunteer","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/ironislandmalta.com\/?page_id=2","title":{"rendered":"Volunteer info"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><strong>Be Part of Something Bigger<\/strong>.<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-6c531013 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile is-image-fill-element\" style=\"grid-template-columns:auto 38%\"><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p>Iron Island is an international IPF-rules powerlifting competition hosted in Malta.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is not just a competition \u2014 it is a community event designed to bring together athletes, referees, coaches and volunteers from different nations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We are actively inviting volunteers from all countries to help us build an international platform and strengthen collaboration across federations.<\/p>\n<\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"819\" height=\"1024\" src=\"http:\/\/ironislandmalta.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/621833674_1564987305538664_4635152613331852858_n-1-819x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-123 size-full\" style=\"object-position:50% 50%\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ironislandmalta.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/621833674_1564987305538664_4635152613331852858_n-1-819x1024.jpg 819w, https:\/\/ironislandmalta.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/621833674_1564987305538664_4635152613331852858_n-1-240x300.jpg 240w, https:\/\/ironislandmalta.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/621833674_1564987305538664_4635152613331852858_n-1-768x960.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ironislandmalta.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/621833674_1564987305538664_4635152613331852858_n-1-1229x1536.jpg 1229w, https:\/\/ironislandmalta.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/621833674_1564987305538664_4635152613331852858_n-1.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 819px) 100vw, 819px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Who Can Volunteer?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-6c531013 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile is-image-fill-element\" style=\"grid-template-columns:43% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"819\" height=\"1024\" src=\"http:\/\/ironislandmalta.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/622767665_1564987778871950_5595332889142911060_n-1-819x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-122 size-full\" style=\"object-position:50% 50%\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ironislandmalta.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/622767665_1564987778871950_5595332889142911060_n-1-819x1024.jpg 819w, https:\/\/ironislandmalta.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/622767665_1564987778871950_5595332889142911060_n-1-240x300.jpg 240w, https:\/\/ironislandmalta.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/622767665_1564987778871950_5595332889142911060_n-1-768x960.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ironislandmalta.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/622767665_1564987778871950_5595332889142911060_n-1-1229x1536.jpg 1229w, https:\/\/ironislandmalta.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/622767665_1564987778871950_5595332889142911060_n-1.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 819px) 100vw, 819px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p>Volunteers are welcome from any national federation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We invite individuals who believe they can contribute meaningfully, support the smooth running of an international competition, and share their knowledge within the powerlifting community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Examples of roles include:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2022 Referee (international or national level)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2022 Technical Controller (TC)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2022 Spotter \/ Loader<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2022 Score table &amp; competition support<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2022 Media-related roles (speaker, commentator, streaming support)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2022 Other relevant skills that contribute to the competition environment<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have experience that you believe could add value to the event, we encourage you to apply.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-6c531013 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Availability Requirement<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-6c531013 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Volunteers are expected to be available from Friday to Sunday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Arrival latest Thursday is recommended to allow for preparation and coordination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-6c531013 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What We Provide<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-6c531013 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>All selected volunteers will receive:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2022 Free accommodation from Thursday to Monday (at the official Iron Island accommodation \u2013<a href=\"https:\/\/www.sprachcaffe-malta.com\/\"> Spraach Caf\u00e9, Pembroke<\/a>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2022 3 meals per day<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2022 Volunteer accreditation<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2022 Access to social events<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2022 International event experience<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-6c531013 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Limited Volunteer Spots<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-6c531013 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Volunteer positions are limited.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Interested individuals who believe they can contribute, support the event, and share their expertise are invited to apply.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Selection will be based on experience, availability, and event needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-6c531013 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to Apply<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-6c531013 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Apply via the official volunteer form:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/1SC9QZk8kJ8rKutiLi3JMi_y7v5pLrYCbldiZG42sGUo\/edit\">Application form<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Be Part of Something Bigger. Iron Island is an international IPF-rules powerlifting competition hosted in Malta. This is not just a competition \u2014 it is a community event designed to bring together athletes, referees, coaches and volunteers from different nations. 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