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Volunteer Scotland
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Scotland's only national centre for volunteering: Putting Volunteers at the Heart of Scotland 💚
We’re supporting Befriending Week, the campaign to raise awareness about befriending and highlight the power of social connection in reducing loneliness.

Share your befriending story with #BefriendingWeek to join the campaign! Find out more: befriending.co.uk/bw
November 1, 2025 at 9:00 AM
We're delighted to publish our 2026 Scottish Parliament Manifesto: Creating a Nation of Volunteers.

We have developed 10 key asks which we'll promote to all candidates ahead of the next Scottish Parliament election. Read more here: volunteerscotland.net/policy/our-v...
October 8, 2025 at 2:08 PM
The Volunteer Charter sets out the ten principles for assuring legitimacy and preventing the exploitation of workers and volunteers. Becoming a #CharterChampion shows your commitment to positive and legitimate volunteer experiences. Sign up here: https://bit.ly/BecomeACharterChampion
October 2, 2025 at 12:02 PM
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
#VolunteersWeek 2025 is here🎉
A week for us to celebrate the millions that make a difference to our society, shining a light on the power of kindness, generosity, and community spirit. We can't wait to see how you're celebrating! Let's work together to thank more volunteers than ever before! 💚
June 2, 2025 at 10:09 AM
Do you volunteer with a heritage organisation in Scotland?
Make Your Mark in Volunteering has launched a survey to better understand the experiences of heritage volunteers in Scotland.
The deadline to complete the survey is Monday, 16th June.
Take the survey here: bit.ly/MYMvolsurvey
May 27, 2025 at 1:14 PM
The PVG Scheme is now a legal requirement in Scotland and we’re here to help. Our expert-led training is designed to give you clear, practical knowledge of all aspects of PVG, helping you stay informed, compliant, and confident. Find out more here: www.volunteerscotland.net/disclosure-s...
May 27, 2025 at 11:11 AM
1 week to go! #VolunteersWeek🎉 We're excited and we hope you are too!
Make sure you follow the official Volunteers' Week accounts on:
Facebook: www.facebook.com/VolunteersWeek
Instagram: www.instagram.com/volunteers_week
to keep up to date with all the campaign activities! volunteersweek.org
May 26, 2025 at 8:59 AM
Reposted by Volunteer Scotland
Calling all people who volunteer with history, culture & nature organisations in Scotland!

We invite you to share your experiences & insights through a brief survey. Your input will help make volunteering more inclusive and enjoyable for everyone.

Have your say: bit.ly/MYMvolsurvey
May 19, 2025 at 8:21 AM
Reposted by Volunteer Scotland
It's less than a month to go until #VolunteersWeek and we're so excited to celebrate the incredible people who give their time to help their communities flourish! Find out why we're participating: volunteersweek.org/news-stories...

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Volunteers' Week - Why participate -
Befriending Networks, are proud strategic campaign partner of Volunteers' Week. As the membership network for befriending organisations, they have supported Volunteers’ Week for numerous years. We inv...
volunteersweek.org
May 7, 2025 at 9:15 AM
Volunteers’ Week is back Mon 2 June – Sun 8 June 🎉
It’s time to celebrate all things volunteering!
Join us in thanking all the volunteers across the UK. www.volunteersweek.org #VolunteersWeek
Volunteers' Week -
Join us from Monday 2nd - Sunday 8th June as we celebrate Volunteers’ Week and look to inspire more people to make a difference.
www.volunteersweek.org
April 30, 2025 at 8:36 AM