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Are you a qualified accountant, looking to make a real difference to a human rights charity?

The Restraint Reduction Network (RRN) is looking for a dedicated and passionate honorary Treasurer to join our Board of Trustees.  

About the RRN Treasurer role

This is an exciting opportunity to volunteer with the RRN in a vital governance role: the Treasurer maintains an overview of the RRN’s financial affairs, ensuring effective and appropriate financial measures, controls and procedures are in place. As a member of the Board of Trustees, the Treasurer also supports good governance helping set the strategic direction of the charity for the years to come.

The role would suit a qualified accountant with some knowledge of charity accounting and the ability to communicate financial information to the wider board in a clear and accessible way. 

With a passionate Board of Trustees and a committed staff team, you’ll join an organisation focused on positive change.

This is a voluntary role. Any expenses incurred while carrying out the duties of the role will be reimbursed.

About the RRN

RRN is a national charity with an ambitious vision to eliminate the unnecessary use of restrictive practices across health, social care and education. We want to develop a culture of respect for human rights across services.

If you share our vision, we would love to hear from you.

Our Education Team is central to our mission — and we’re looking for passionate volunteers to help us deliver workshops, create educational resources, and raise awareness both online and in person.

About Emerge Worldwide

Emerge Worldwide exists to protect children, young people, and women from sexual exploitation and sex trafficking. Through education, training, and advocacy, we equip communities, schools, and professionals with the knowledge and tools to prevent exploitation and safeguard the most vulnerable.

The Role

As an Education Team Volunteer, you will:

• Deliver training and awareness workshops in schools, youth groups, and community settings.

• Assist in designing engaging resources such as toolkits, handouts, and presentations.

• Support our online education campaigns by creating posts, videos, or articles that raise awareness.

• Help evaluate feedback from workshops and contribute ideas for improving delivery.

Skills & Experience We’re Looking For

You don’t need to be a teacher or safeguarding expert . We’d love to hear from you if you have:

• A passion for protecting children and young people

• Confidence in speaking to groups or willingness to learn

• Creativity in designing educational materials or content

• Good communication and teamwork skills

• Good digital skills (e.g., Word, PowerPoint, Canva)

What You’ll Gain

• Free training on safeguarding, sexual exploitation awareness, and workshop delivery

• Experience in education, advocacy, and youth engagement

• The chance to make a tangible difference in your community

• Opportunities to develop public speaking, content creation, and teamwork skills

• Ongoing support and mentorship from the Emerge Worldwide team

Time Commitment

We are flexible — whether you can give a few hours a month or more, we’ll work with your availability. Most workshops run during school hours, with some evening or online opportunities. Other work can be completed in times convenient for you.

Impact of role:

1. Raising Awareness & Knowledge

• By delivering training sessions and workshops, volunteers will give young people, parents, and professionals the tools to spot the signs of grooming and exploitation early.
• Every workshop increases community understanding.

2. Empowering Communities

• By educating schools, youth groups, and the wider public, volunteers help communities learn how to protect and support vulnerable children and young people.
• They equip people with practical steps for prevention, safeguarding, and reporting.

3. Creating Resources with Lasting Value

• Volunteers help design toolkits, handouts, and digital content that schools, families, and agencies can use long after a session ends.

4. Preventing Exploitation Before It Happens

• Through education and awareness, volunteers help reduce the risk of exploitation in communities by teaching early warning signs, online safety, and where to get help.
• This proactive approach can save lives and protect children from harm.

5. Strengthening the Charity’s Voice & Reach

• By educating online (social media, blogs, campaigns), volunteers help amplify Emerge Worldwide’s message to a much wider audience, influencing policy, practice, and public opinion.

6. Personal & Community Transformation

• Volunteers become role models and advocates, showing children and young people that their lives matter and they have support.

Volunteer Events Coordinator Wanted

Are you a creative planner with a knack for bringing people together?

The Principality of Scotia is building a vibrant community, and The Scotia Foundation is looking for a passionate volunteer to serve as our Events Coordinator. This is a unique opportunity to design and execute memorable experiences that will unite our global community and celebrate our culture.

Your vision will be vital in creating the moments that define our shared story.

The Role

As our volunteer Events Coordinator, you will be responsible for conceptualising, planning, and managing a variety of community gatherings, both virtual and (in the future) physical.

Your key duties will include:

• Brainstorming and developing a calendar of engaging events, such as virtual meetups, webinars, cultural showcases, and community-building workshops.

• Coordinating all logistical details, including scheduling, promoting, and moderating online events.

• Collaborating with other volunteers to ensure each event is a success.

• Gathering feedback from attendees to continuously improve our event offerings.

Who We're Looking For

We're seeking an organised and enthusiastic individual who:

• Has a passion for event planning and a flair for creativity.

• Is reliable and detail-oriented, with excellent time management skills.

• Is a strong communicator, able to work with a team to make ideas a reality.

• Is passionate about The Principality of Scotia's vision and building a strong community.

What You'll Gain

This is more than a volunteer role—it's a chance to make a tangible impact. You will:

• Gain hands-on experience in planning and executing events from start to finish.

• Build a unique and impressive project for your professional portfolio.

• Network with dedicated and passionate individuals from around the world.

• Help shape the cultural and social heart of a new micronation.

Ready to help us create our first events?

How to Apply

To apply, please send a brief message outlining your interest and any relevant experience.

We can't wait to see your ideas!

THE

SCOTIA

FOUNDATION

We're looking for 2-3 detail-oriented and strategic Search Engine Optimisation (SEO) Specialist Volunteers to help optimise our online presence and ensure our campaigns and content reach the communities that need them most and increase the charity’s search engine results rankings. The SEO Specialist Volunteers will play a key role in enhancing the visibility and searchability of Burning Nights CRPS Support’s website and digital content.

The SEO Specialist Volunteers will be volunteering within the Communications & Marketing Team to implement SEO best practices, conduct keyword research, improve site structure, and analyse web performance – all to ensure our content reaches a broader audience and amplifies the voice of our charity’s supporters online.

Key Tasks and Objectives

• Competitor and Keyword Research: Conduct keyword research to inform website content and campaign strategies.
• On-page optimisation: Optimise existing content for improved search engine ranking (meta tags, meta descriptions, headers, alt text, etc.)
• Monitor and analyse SEO performance using tools such as Google Analytics, Google Search Console, and SEMrush.
• Technical SEO Implementation: Identify technical SEO issues and collaborate with content teams to resolve them.
• Backlink and Off-Page SEO: Assist in developing backlink strategies and improving domain authority.
• Support the content team in creating SEO-optimised articles and pages.
• Provide monthly reports on SEO performance and suggest improvements.
• Stay up to date with SEO trends, Google algorithm updates, and emerging best practices.

Key Skills or Qualifications

• Excellent understanding of SEO principles and search engine algorithms.
• Proven experience in conducting SEO audits, strategy development, and implementation.
• Experience using SEO tools such as Google Search Console, Google Analytics, Ahrefs, or SEMrush or similar platforms.
• Previous experience in digital marketing, content strategy, or technical SEO.
• Ability to perform keyword research and competitor analysis.
• Familiarity with HTML, CSS, and content management systems (ideally Django framework).
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written communication and reporting skills.
• Evidence of organisational skills, with good attention to detail.
• The ability to work independently, turning recommendations into action without needing constant oversight.
• A passion for using your skills to support patients and families impacted by a debilitating pain condition and help save lives.
• Passion for creating inclusive and accessible digital spaces.
• Highly organised, self-motivated, and able to work independently.
• Enthusiastic about supporting a small charity.
• Willing to learn, adapt, and collaborate with a supportive team.

Desirable Experience

• Experience of Google Ads for nonprofits.
• Experience of using Django framework websites.
• Familiarity with accessibility best practices and inclusive web design.
• Experience working with or volunteering for nonprofit / charitable organisations.
• Demonstrable IT skills, particularly Google Drive and Microsoft.
• Good research and information management skills.
• An understanding of the charity sector and/or fundraising.

Key Benefits

• Volunteer as part of a forward-thinking, supportive team.
• Unique opportunity to directly contribute to strategic SEO recommendations, and the implementation of those changes to increase the charity’s visibility.
• At Burning Nights CRPS Support you’ll use your SEO skills for a mission with a real, measurable impact. This is more than just a volunteer role, it’s an opportunity to change and save lives.
• Make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and families impacted by a severe pain condition.
• Building your network and forming connections with like-minded people and organisations.
• Enhance your CV and gain skills that are transferable to a variety of career paths.
• Receive training and ongoing support from our team.
• Experience the personal satisfaction and fulfilment that comes from helping others.

Training and Support

• Full induction to our organisation, as well as check-ins, ongoing training, supervision and support from the Communications & Marketing Lead Volunteer, Volunteer Co-ordinators, Trustees and the Volunteer Team.
• This a remote volunteering opportunity with regular online team check-ins and collaborative sessions with a supportive, creative, and inclusive team environment.
• Relevant and ongoing training for your volunteer role.
• Regular updates on charity activities.
• Support, advice and guidance from Charity team.
• After 3 months volunteering, all volunteers are eligible for additional training courses (reasonable cost).
• Out-of-pocket expenses, approved in advance will be reimbursed.

Seeking Visionary Leaders: Volunteer Board of Trustees for The Scotia Foundation

Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for community building and cultural preservation? Do you believe in the power of a collective vision to create something truly exceptional?

The Principality of Scotia is establishing The Scotia Foundation, a new non-profit organisation dedicated to fostering our vibrant community, preserving our unique culture, and laying the groundwork for a thriving micronation. We are seeking committed and experienced individuals to join our inaugural Volunteer Board of Trustees.

This is a unique opportunity to provide strategic leadership and governance, shaping the future of a pioneering initiative from its very inception.

The Opportunity

As a founding Trustee, you will play a pivotal role in guiding The Scotia Foundation's mission and ensuring its long-term success. You will contribute your expertise to establish strong governance, ethical frameworks, and effective strategies that will impact our global community.

Key Responsibilities of the Board of Trustees:

• Strategic Direction: Provide oversight and guidance to ensure the Foundation's activities align with its mission, vision, and the broader goals of The Principality of Scotia.

• Governance & Oversight: Establish and uphold strong governance policies, ensuring legal compliance, ethical conduct, and financial integrity.

• Fundraising & Resources: Contribute to fundraising efforts, identify potential partnerships, and help secure the resources needed to achieve the Foundation's objectives.

• Advocacy & Outreach: Act as ambassadors for The Scotia Foundation, promoting its work and mission to a wider audience.

• Programme Development: Advise on the development and implementation of cultural, community, and educational programs.

Who We're Looking For

We are building a diverse Board and welcome applications from individuals with experience in:

• Non-profit governance and management.

• Financial management and fundraising.

• Legal expertise.

• Community development.

• Cultural preservation and arts.

• Strategic planning.

• Marketing and communications.

Above all, we seek individuals with a genuine commitment to our mission and a collaborative spirit.

What You'll Gain

• A unique opportunity to shape the future of a groundbreaking micronation project.

• The chance to contribute your skills to a cause focused on community and cultural legacy.

• Networking with passionate individuals and leaders from various fields.

• A significant, impactful role for your professional portfolio.

Ready to Lead and Inspire?

If you are a visionary leader eager to make a lasting impact, we invite you to apply.

Please submit your CV/resume along with a brief letter of interest outlining your relevant experience and why you wish to join The Scotia Foundation's Board of Trustees.

We look forward to building the future of Scotia with you.

THE

SCOTIA

FOUNDATION

Respond is seeking a qualified accountant to join the Board of Trustees as honorary Treasurer.

About the Respond Treasurer role

This is an exciting opportunity to volunteer in a vital governance role at Respond: the Treasurer maintains an overview of the charity’s financial affairs, ensuring effective and appropriate financial measures, controls and procedures are in place.

As a member of the Board of Trustees, the Treasurer also supports good governance, helping set the strategic direction of the charity for the years to come.

The role would suit a qualified accountant with some knowledge of charity accounting and the ability to communicate financial information to the wider board in a clear and accessible way. 

With a passionate Board of Trustees and a committed staff team, you’ll join an organisation focused on making a real difference to the lives of people with learning disabilities and autistic people who have experienced abuse, violence or trauma.

Please note this is a voluntary role. Any expenses incurred while carrying out the duties of the role will be reimbursed.

About Respond

Respond is a national charity supporting people with learning disabilities and autistic people who have experienced abuse, violence or trauma. Respond offers psychotherapy and advocacy support and provides specialist trauma informed training for services.

Through specialist advocacy and therapeutic support, we support people to navigate complex systems such as criminal justice, social services and housing, and to cope with the impact of trauma, build healthy relationships and move forward with their lives.

If you are a qualified accountant that shared our passion for supporting survivors, we would love to hear from you.

Volunteer Research Assistant Wanted

Are you a curious and meticulous individual with a knack for digging up information? Do you want to use your research skills to help build a new nation?

The Principality of Scotia is charting its course, and The Scotia Foundation is seeking a dedicated Volunteer Research Assistant to help us explore and document the rich cultural heritage that inspires us. This is a vital role for someone who is passionate about history, culture, and building a foundation of knowledge for our future.

Your careful work will be instrumental in shaping our cultural identity.

The Role

As our volunteer Research Assistant, you will be responsible for conducting research on a variety of topics that support our mission of cultural preservation and community building.

Your key duties will include:

• Conducting research on Scottish and Gaelic history, traditions, and culture.

• Documenting findings in a clear, organised manner for use in our articles, social media, and other content.

• Assisting with the development of our digital cultural archive.

• Verifying information to ensure all our content is accurate and reliable.

Who We're Looking For

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented individual who:

• Has a strong interest in history, culture, or related fields.

• Possesses excellent research skills and knows how to find credible sources.

• Is organised, reliable, and able to work independently.

• Is passionate about The Principality of Scotia's vision and mission.

What You'll Gain

This is an opportunity to play a foundational role in a truly unique project. You will:

• Gain invaluable experience in archival research and historical documentation.

• Build a unique and impressive project for your professional portfolio.

• Work alongside a dedicated and passionate team.

Ready to help us uncover our heritage?

How to Apply

To apply, please send a brief message outlining your interest and any relevant experience, along with your CV.

We look forward to hearing from you.

THE

SCOTIA

FOUNDATION