What is it like being a Young Scot volunteer?

Gemma is part of the #YouthVIP Panel of volunteers we're supporting in partnership w/ YouthLink Scotland ProjectScotland to shape volunteering experiences for young people across Scotland.

More about the benefits of volunteering 👇

We #GiveAnX . Do you?

Volunteers leading positive change! @GBTShotts Healthy Living Centre worked with #community to create bee-friendly garden areas & #makespacefornature with Volunteering Matters #ActionEarth grant. Educational & with health benefits too! #MakeADifference Funded by NatureScot

Are you ready to take your career to the next level with a values-led charity? We're excited to offer a diverse range of incredible job opportunities across the UK catering to a variety of skills and interests. Visit our website to find out more and apply. bit.ly/48mFtfJ

'Volunteering with the Handyperson Project is a practical way to help others.' Read how Mike makes a difference in his community by volunteering as a handyperson. Thanks to the support of the amazing #PostcodeLotteryPeople for making this project possible. bit.ly/43I1Rix

To honour World Autism Day today, #iwill Ambassador Troy has shared his story with us.  Read his story here 👉 iwill.org.uk/having-my-voic…

#WAAD #WorldAutismAwarenessDay

What a week! Our CEO, Amanda, loved meeting with RSVP volunteers in Stirling and Falkirk who are making a massive difference in their local community.💜
RSVP projects across the UK positively impact older people's health and well-being. Find out more 💡bit.ly/4ctpizZ

Volunteering is life-changing! Join our community of over 3,000 unstoppable volunteers who have supported 5,000+ people across England, Scotland, and Wales. There are many ways to get involved and make a difference. volunteeringmatters.org.uk 
#community #volunteeringmatters

Hospital Grounds Habitats! Volunteer Edinburgh #royaledinburghhospital acute psychiatric & forensic mental health patients used Volunteering Matters #ActionEarth to build & site bug, bird & hedgehog shelters & do therapeutic planting #MakeSpaceForNature . Funded by NatureScot #Community

Happy #InternationalWomensDay ! This year's theme is #InspireInclusion so let's celebrate the amazing women and girls who volunteer to make a difference in underrepresented communities. Their dedication and innovation pave the way for a more equitable and inclusive world. #IWD2024

Our Inspire Project team organised a bike-ride trail therapy taster session for a group of asylum seekers in Dundee. It's amazing how exercise and fresh air can improve mental and physical well-being. Huge thanks to Scottish Cycling for making it possible! #NewScots

Cappuccino? One of our S2 Leith Academy pupils has mastered Barista skills by volunteering at The Ripple Hub Grub café #Edinburgh . Thank you to the Ripple team for supporting our young volunteers in gaining new skills, confidence, and experience! ▶️bit.ly/3UPlgeO

Smiles all around from our Scotland colleagues on successfully completing Mental Health First Aid training, thanks to funding from SUSE.
A big thank you to Public Health Scotland for providing informative training packed with useful tools and tips. 💡📜 #MentalHealthAwareness

YouthVIP has launched a new website to get more young people in Scotland volunteering. It's a hub of tools, top-tips & support for young people looking to volunteer, plus organisations helping out.

We're proud to be supporting this important work. Visit youthvip.scot

The Dundee PES mentoring team brought mentors together for a coffee morning to celebrate their successes! It was a fab event, with lots of conversation, networking, sharing ideas and gaining feedback (plus of lots of cake!).

Find out more about mentoring projectscotland.co.uk/mentoring/

We have been supporting young people across secondary schools in Edinburgh. Through the support of a volunteer mentor, we are helping to build confidence & improve mental wellbeing. Interested in being a mentor? Find out more projectscotland.co.uk/mentoring  

#ChildrensMentalHealthWeek

Great online session coming up on 22 Feb on the Vision for Volunteering. Ask questions, find out how you can get involved, and bring the Vision values to life in your role or community #PowerOfVolunteering

Interested in joining the team? Apply to be our new Parental Employment Coach (Livingston, West Lothian) and support people to move forward in life and reach their goals. Find out more at volunteeringmatters.org.uk/work-for-us/