Volunteering

Volunteering is a positive thing, both for the volunteer and for the people that they help. Volunteering is the basis of active citizenship that creates inclusive and vibrant ‘active communities’. Volunteering:

• Offers a way of developing new skills
• Improves physical and mental health
• Improves your  C.V.
• Offers supported opportunities for people with disadvantages/disabilities
• Provides a route back into work
• Put spare time to good use
• You will meet new people and have fun
• Gives you a sense of achievement

Volunteer centres

• provide easy access to volunteering information and brokerage services
• offer appropriate support for volunteers, particularly those who face significant barriers
• develop imaginative, innovative and flexible opportunities that meet individual and community needs
• create opportunities for volunteers in learning and personal development
• everyone will have access to a progression coach