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Make Your Mark Volunteer Organisers Network
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Network of heritage volunteer organisers in Scotland.

Part of @MakeYourMarkVol.bsky.social, a campaign to increase the number and diversity of heritage volunteers in Scotland.

Join Make Your Mark (it's free!): www.makeyourmark.scot/join
Working on a volunteer handbook or thinking about creating one? 🤔

The Volunteer Organisers Network is hosting an online peer support session on 4 December where volunteer organisers from heritage organisations will swap ideas and practical tips.

Book now: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/volunteer-...
November 17, 2025 at 11:53 AM
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💙 Top tips for supporting neurodiversity in your team

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Top tips for supporting neurodiversity in your team - Befriending Networks
Volunteering should be for everyone, so we’ve just launched a new resource to help you create a neuro-inclusive environment for your befriending team. Our new how-to guide, Supporting Neurodiversity…
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November 17, 2025 at 10:30 AM
It’s International Volunteer Managers Day!

Today, we celebrate the people behind the heritage volunteers who make a difference across Scotland’s museums, archives, galleries, green spaces, nature reserves & historic sites.

Thank you for helping people find belonging, purpose and joy!

#IVMDay25
November 5, 2025 at 2:43 PM
New Make Your Mark newsletter just dropped!

Learn the latest in inclusive volunteering, including a save the date for our inclusive volunteering conference, a call out for archive opportunities and new research on the intersection of racial justice and climate action.

➡️ mailchi.mp/a80e6a4e0ce3...
October 31, 2025 at 1:05 PM
The Heritage Volunteering 2025 conference is coming up on 25 & 26 November!

It brings together volunteer leaders, heritage professionals & community changemakers. Expect inspiring talks, practical workshops & new ideas for impactful volunteering.

Book now: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/heritage-v...
October 13, 2025 at 11:23 AM
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Meet Donald and Peggy!

As two of Comunn Eachdraidh Nis's volunteers they share their experience of working with the archive and why they enjoy doing it!

Read the full blog: www.scottisharchives.org.uk/community-ar...
October 10, 2025 at 10:01 AM
Join the University of Strathclyde & Make Your Mark for a free inclusive volunteering workshop!

You’ll gain tools, ideas and connections to help you build volunteer programmes that are equitable, and resilient.

Book now: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/one-size-d...
October 9, 2025 at 11:23 AM
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Thanks to our brilliant volunteers, we’ve collected over 50kg of hazelnuts this year! 🌰

Hazel is a key #rainforest species - one of the first to establish in the west after the last Ice Age, 10,000 years ago.

We're working with @wtscotsocial.bsky.social to boost the availability of native trees
October 8, 2025 at 4:01 PM
How do we support older volunteers as they step back from their roles?

@newcastleuni.bsky.social researchers are gathering insights from UK volunteer managers about their experience of supporting older volunteers through this transition.

Take a survey: app.onlinesurveys.jisc.ac.uk/s/newcastle/...
October 8, 2025 at 2:51 PM
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Today marks the start of Challenge Poverty Week, an annual event which is delivered and co-ordinated by The Poverty Alliance.

Learn more about it here:
www.povertyalliance.org/cpw/
October 6, 2025 at 7:01 AM
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🗣️ Conference Speaker Spotlight: Ash Hamoud

Want to foster equitable collaboration with #volunteers to create richer, more inclusive cultural engagement? Join Ash as she explores how co-delivery & shared authority can help you out

🎫 25-26 Nov, £30, online buff.ly/OV174Hb

#HeritageVolunteering25
October 6, 2025 at 8:01 AM
How do we keep Scotland’s community heritage strong in challenging times?

Attend Scotland’s Community Heritage Conversations 2025 on 19 November to explore how to build sustainable futures for Scotland’s community heritage.

Learn more & book now: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/scotlands-...
October 6, 2025 at 9:00 AM
🗣️ Upcoming event: Talking about heritage

Talking About Heritage is a national conversation inviting people across Scotland to share their perspectives on heritage.

Attend our next event to learn how you can support volunteers to engage in this important work: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/talking-ab...
October 3, 2025 at 2:52 PM
📨 Want to stay on top of inclusive volunteering in Scotland’s heritage sector?

The latest Make Your Mark e-newsletter includes:
✅ Save the date for our 2026 conference
✅ Resources on high-quality volunteering & anti-racism
✅ Call for archive volunteer opportunities

mailchi.mp/fda19659cdf6...
October 1, 2025 at 9:19 AM
Apply now for Action Earth Grants!

These £250 grants from @volunteeringuk.bsky.social support volunteers to run environmental activities that improve biodiversity in Scotland’s green spaces in built-up areas & population centres.

Learn more & apply now: volunteeringmatters.org.uk/project/acti...
September 24, 2025 at 12:27 PM
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Scottish Household Survey 2024: Formal volunteer participation rate increases to 25%

After hitting its lowest ever level in 2023, formal volunteering is showing early signs of recovery. Read more...
➡️News: volunteerscotland.net/news/scottis...
➡️Blog: www.volunteerscotland.net/news/researc...
September 18, 2025 at 3:04 PM
Is your heritage organisation looking for volunteers?

Join our Volunteer Advertising Workshop on 23 September to:
✅ Learn how to use our volunteer portal
✅ Get tips for inclusive role descriptions
✅ Take part in interactive exercises

Book your free spot: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/volunteer-...
September 15, 2025 at 8:08 AM
Volunteering has the power to change lives & strengthen communities.

Join the Heritage Volunteering Group Conference on 25 & 26 November for inspiring keynotes, workshops and ideas to help you lead and support volunteers more effectively.

Book now: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/heritage-v...
September 12, 2025 at 10:33 AM
💬 Are you managing volunteers within Scotland's heritage sector?

Join us online on Wednesday evening for our next Volunteer Network Peer Support Session. It's a great opportunity to share successes, seek advice and learn from others in the sector.

Book now: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/volunteer-...
September 9, 2025 at 10:00 AM
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Do you enjoy being outdoors? Want to meet new people and learn new skills?

Forgan Arts Centre hosts volunteer gardening sessions on the 1st & 3rd Saturday of each month. From planting vegetables to repairing raised beds, there’s plenty to do!

Learn more: volunteer.makeyourmark.scot/volunteers/o...
September 4, 2025 at 12:13 PM
Calling all heritage organisations in Scotland! Do you want to recruit more volunteers?

Join our free online Volunteer Advertising Workshop on 23 September to learn how to use our volunteer advertising service and write inclusive adverts.

Book now: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/volunteer-...
September 3, 2025 at 11:11 AM
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Want to make a difference in Scotland’s museum sector?

The Scottish Museums Federation are looking for volunteer committee members!

Don't miss this chance shape a national network, build new skills & support Scotland’s museum professionals.

Learn more: volunteer.makeyourmark.scot/volunteers/o...
August 27, 2025 at 1:10 PM
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Looking to grow and diversify your volunteer team?

The Make Your Mark portal helps Scottish heritage organisations connect with people passionate about archives, history, and heritage.

👉 Learn more: www.scottisharchives.org.uk/latest/find-...
Find new volunteers through Make Your Mark - Scottish Council on Archives
10 July 2025
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August 26, 2025 at 10:00 AM