IELTS Speaking Part 3: What are some ways people can help others in the community?

Maher
Jul 24
2 min read

💡 What are some ways people can help others in the community?

This is a common IELTS Speaking Part 3 question. At Master English Australia, we prepare students to answer questions like this with confidence in our IELTS course Sydney, as well as in our IELTS course online — so you’re ready for anything on test day.

Here are some smart, flexible ideas to help you build a strong answer:

💬 1. Volunteering in Local Charities

Helping at food banks, shelters or community kitchens.
Joining clean-up days or fundraising walks.
IELTS Speaking Tip: Use real examples to show vocabulary range and fluency.

👴 2. Helping the Elderly

Doing shopping or housework for neighbours.
Visiting aged care centres to provide companionship.
This kind of support shows care and social responsibility — great vocabulary to use.

📚 3. Tutoring or Mentoring

Offering homework help or English conversation practice to students.
Giving career advice or helping with job applications.
This is something many of our IELTS students in Australia do — especially those who want to study teaching or social work.

🌿 4. Improving the Local Environment

Organising recycling drives or tree-planting events.
Picking up rubbish in public places.
These are excellent examples for both Speaking Part 3 and Writing Task 2.

🤝 5. Supporting Refugees and Migrants

Helping with English conversation practice (just like we do at Master English!).
Assisting with paperwork or showing people around the area.

💻 6. Using Skills to Help Online

Designing flyers, helping people set up websites, or translating documents.
Many people help remotely — especially relevant for candidates taking an IELTS online course.

✅ Final Tip: Use Real, Local Examples

If you’re studying in Sydney, you can refer to local programs like “OzHarvest,” “Meals on Wheels,” or “Neighbourhood Centres.” This adds authenticity to your response.