Youth/Children Volunteer Roles in East Of England

We're seeking a creative and passionate Volunteer Copywriter to join our team. This role involves crafting compelling copy that resonates with our audience, supports our campaigns, and aligns with the "Their Future Today" voice and style.

What will you be doing?

Key Responsibilities

• Develop engaging and impactful copy for a variety of channels including our website, social media, email campaigns, and promotional materials.
• Work closely with our General Manager and CEO to maintain and refine the "Their Future Today" style guide, ensuring consistency across all communications.
• Assist in creating compelling narratives for our fundraising campaigns, events, and awareness initiatives.
• Edit and proofread content to ensure it meets the organisation's quality standards.

What are we looking for?

Requirements

• Proven experience in copywriting, with a portfolio of work that demonstrates your skill in creating compelling written content.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills, with an eye for detail and a heart for storytelling.
• Ability to adapt style and tone to align with "Their Future Today" brand voice.
• Creative thinker with the ability to generate innovative ideas and translate them into effective copy.
• Self-motivated, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

What difference will you make?

The volunteer copywriter at Their Future Today will play a pivotal role in shaping our voice and narrative, enabling us to connect more deeply with our audience and stakeholders. Through the power of words, they will help illuminate the challenges and triumphs we face, compelling action and fostering a community united in support of our mission. Their creative and impactful storytelling will not only elevate our brand but also drive vital support and awareness, making a significant difference in the lives of those we aim to help. This role is essential in amplifying our efforts to create lasting change, ensuring every message we share resonates and inspires.

Our mission is to end the institutionalisation and suffering of vulnerable children disadvantaged through poverty in Sri Lanka.

We are looking for social workers to join our social worker and safeguarding team to give background help and advice to members who are in need of this.

Someone who can work as part of a team but also on their own when needed, we will take on trainees as we have a supervisor in this team

We're a small team passionate about working with politicians and decision-makers from all sides of politics. Our goal is to spread the word about Scouts and support policies that help our movement, including our young members and volunteers.

We believe it's crucial to involve young people in what we do. That's why we empower them to speak up about the things that matter to them, ensuring our work truly reflects what our members need and want. Right now, we have a team of 10 youth advocates who joined us last year, and we're excited to add 5 more roles.

We're also recruiting a volunteer team to make our team more diverse and bring in fresh ideas. This mix of voices and experiences makes our work even better, reaching more people and making a bigger impact. And as our team grows, we're dedicated to giving everyone the support, guidance, and chances to learn and grow.

As part of this team, you'll get to talk directly to senior leaders in government and run campaigns that change things for the better. You'll go to events like Party Conferences and meet other people who care about Scouts. Plus, you'll learn loads of skills like public speaking, campaign development, and working with others to make big things happen.

The new role of Community Engagement Volunteer (CEV) will be at the centre of Jigsaw South East’s plans for the future.

We want to ensure that we increase our reach across our recently defined catchment and are able to support the children, young people and families who need our vital support.

The role of CEV will therefore assist with the following key areas:

• Presenting to schools, businesses and organisations across our local communities about our work and how we raise funds;
• Building recognition and awareness of our name and what we do;
• Assisting our Support Team to engage with Community Palliative Teams, Clinical Nurse Specialist Teams (particularly Cancer and Neurological Teams) and GP Surgeries to help us increase referrals to our service;
• Engaging with disadvantaged communities across our catchment who may be currently unaware of our support - we would like to focus on two areas (Crawley and Woking) and look to role out and recruit for other areas our service covers in the future (dependent on funding). 

Training

We will provide you with all of the information and training you need and you will join a vibrant and committed group of volunteers ensuring that children and young people across our communities will not be alone during their bereavement journey.

Jigsaw South East is committed to the wellbeing of our volunteers and we will provide you with the information and support you need to fulfil your volunteering role. You will have a named member of staff as a central point of contact, access to supervision where relevant and the opportunity to meet other Jigsaw South East volunteers on, at least, a quarterly basis.

Who we need:

Jigsaw South East believes in the value of voluntary activity as an important component of the organisation in supporting children, young people and their families when facing or following the death of a loved one.  

Jigsaw South East takes responsibility for ensuring that volunteers within its own organisation are appropriately involved, respected and valued for their contribution. 

We are looking for enthusiastic and passionate volunteers over the age of 18 (we will be looking to recruit under 18 Young Ambassadors shortly).

We are looking for volunteers with the following essential/desirable credentials and who can commit to at least one morning/afternoon a month. The volunteer agreement and commitment to Jigsaw SE will be reviewed after 18 months as we know that people’s circumstances change.

Essential:

Ability to adhere to JSE’s policies and protocols for safeguarding and confidentiality

Excellent communication skills

Excellent listening skills

Ability to work in a team participating
in activities

Experience of bereavement (personal and/or professional).

Desirable, but not essential:

Links to the local community

Experience with children

Knowledge of different religious and cultural beliefs around death and dying

Presentation skills

Use of a car or ability to travel to the two focused areas for piloting this role-  Crawley and Woking

As an engager of volunteers Jigsaw South East is committed to a policy of equal opportunities. This principle will apply to service delivery, recruitment, promotion, training, facilities, procedures and all terms and conditions. 

 Volunteers will be expected to adhere to Jigsaw South East’s Equal Opportunities Policy, a copy of which can be found within the Jigsaw South East’s Volunteer Pack.  

We will require a clear DBS check and two references.

ONLINE VOLUNTEER/GLD 

Unleash Your Passion, Volunteer Online with IHF!

Make a difference from anywhere in the world: Join the International Humanity Foundation (IHF) and help us empower marginalized children and communities. We offer flexible online volunteering opportunities in four exciting divisions:

A. Human Resources (HR): Master essential HR skills while supporting our global team. Assist with applications, interviews, calendars, and more.

B. Finance: Gain valuable financial experience while managing funds responsibly. Help us track donations, process grants, and ensure financial stability.

C. Education & Administration: Make a lasting impact on children's lives. Develop curricula, mentor youth, and contribute to various educational projects.

D. Media & PR: Share our stories and amplify our impact. Use your talents in media, graphics, translation, or writing to connect with the world.

Benefits:

Make a real difference: Contribute to a meaningful cause and change lives.

Gain valuable skills: Enhance your knowledge and develop new abilities.

Connect with a global community: Collaborate with passionate volunteers from diverse backgrounds.

Flexible and rewarding: Volunteer from the comfort of your home on your own schedule.

No matter your experience, you can make a contribution! We welcome individuals with various skills and levels of expertise.

At Home HR Volunteer

Caring Volunteers Needed: Are you concerned about our world’s future? You can have a

positive impact and meet people Internationally, from your home, as you have a spare hour here

and there each month. Do you enjoy Human Relations and thrive working in the human

relations division of any Institution, University or Association? Then we need you.

As an online “ At Home” Volunteer, you will be working with people from a wide variety of

countries and cultures, all believing in passing on the right to basic education, the importance of

cultural exchange, and giving voice to the voiceless.

The Position: We ask Volunteers to contribute a minimum of one hour a month. Within our

Human Resource Division you will be learning to process applicants from around the world,

assigning them to appropriate Teams and coordinating the Team Leads training sessions and

monthly meetings. While English is required, you will learn to be comfortable with various global

accents as well as proficient in your Interviewing skills and background research. You will

practice team organizing & management skills. Depending on which teams you join, you will

learn non profit contracts, global time zone coordination and other very basic, practical skills

when working with people Internationally and online.

IHF Overview

The International Humanity Foundation (IHF) is a 501 c3 International Non- profit, founded in

2001. Our two-fold mission is (1) to Educate marginalized children—activating their highest

potential and nurturing healthy, loving communities around them. The happiness of our worlds

children rises above all political and religious differences; And equates to the quality of our

worlds happiness tomorrow. — (2) to Educate global citizens through communication and real

life experiences, (online and in person), about the realities of marginalized communities; while

teaching practical skills in aiding needed efforts, thus giving voice to the voiceless.

For over twenty years, IHF has offered children and adults (from young through retirement)

venues for learning and safely practicing leadership skills.

IHF is a unique organization. It believes in absolute transparency and functions almost

entirely through the efforts of its hundreds of unpaid volunteers from all over the world. Our

volunteers give their time, skills, energy, and love, working toward a better world for all, one

child, one human, at a time. We believe caring, quiet growth produces deep healthy roots.

At-Home Online Outreach Volunteer ad

Target: graduate forums, retiree forums/magazines, gap year forums, universities (social

science departments)

Advert to be used:

Those of us who have received a free education pass it on by helping others less fortunate by

teaching, interacting and learning. With just a few hours a week, our volunteers, children and

sponsors are changing the world we live in.

IHF is a non-religious, non-political, non-profit organization that strongly believes in an equal

opportunity for all and in preserving the cultures, traditions and beliefs of the marginalized

communities iHalf of International Humanity Foundation’s (IHF) mission is to educate the poor

and the otherIHF is currently seeking At-Home Volunteers for our International Online Outreach

Team. The position includes reaching out to a global network of volunteers and help to inspire

and grow a worldwide movement.

This position provides global training and global connections from your home, at your

convenience. Our At-Home Volunteers come from around the world and form online teams

essential to our Children’s Homes and Community Centers.

Volunteering in this division provides a great opportunity to further your understanding of the

fascinating world of international non-profit online outreach, boost your CV, and to enhance

social media and public relations skills as you reach out to volunteers through a multitude of

mediums.

Please note this is a volunteering position.

Job Description

Nyaka UK is seeking committed and dynamic individuals to join our Board of Trustees. Trustees play a vital role in providing strategic direction, governance oversight, and leadership to the charity. We are looking for individuals with diverse backgrounds, skills, and experiences who are passionate about making a positive impact on global development issues.

Position: General Board Member & Trustee (Non-Portfilio)

Location: United Kingdom (Remote)

Reporting Line: Chairperson & Officers

Role Overview:

Contract type: Voluntary (Unpaid) except for reasonable expenses.

Time Commitment: Adhoc - 5-10 hours per month, including board meetings, committee meetings, and other related activities.

What we are looking for?

Applicants from diverse backgrounds, and skill sets. Area of interest: Individuals with experience gained from private, third or public sectors in leadership positions with expertise in fundraising, event management, legacy donations, grant applications and writing, marketing, web development, and domain management, alongside experience with African communities. We are looking for a variety of skill sets that can enhance our mission, emphasizing innovation, dedication, and the ability to contribute to meaningful change.

Essential Criteria:

• Applicants must be 18 years of age or over.
• Be fluent in English written and spoken.
• Not be barred from working with children or vulnerable people.
• No criminal record of dishonesty such as fraud or theft.
• Strong commitment to Nyaka UK’s mission.
• Willingness and ability to undertake an active hands-on role.
• Commitment to continuous learning and training.
• Willingness to leverage professional and person networks to support fundraising and awareness efforts.

We're looking for Virtual Volunteers (based in the UK and aged 16 and over) to join us at our online after-school sessions, where you will be supporting young people aged 9 to 13 with their reading and writing and championing their work as they become published poets, authors and podcast creators!

We're looking for people that are positive about social change and that love literacy. No experience working with young people is necessary as full training is given.

There's never been a better time to volunteer with school closures likely to have reversed efforts to close the educational gap.

Come and Mentor for Us!

What is Mentor Mums?

Mentor Mums exists in recognition of the fact that there is very little support for parents stepping back into the workplace after time away and it’s not always easy.

Whether parents step back reluctantly, or with huge ambition and drive, there’s no doubt that the first few months are full of bumps in the road, as they navigate everything from organizational or management changes to emergency calls from nursery requesting the collection of a sick baby! 

People often feel that although their job stays largely the same, everything else about them, such as their priorities, sense of identity or capacity to work, has changed. 

We help support parents through this, by providing them with a mentor who works in the same profession, but is a few steps ahead in their parenting journey and can give them advice and support as they return. 

Who are you for? 

We welcome parents of all kinds, inclusive of gender, sexuality, adoptive parents and those from all models of family, who have taken a period time out of work to care for their children and would like support in returning to work. 

Some of our mentees are seeking emotional and pastoral support, while others are focused on career progression and getting back up to date with their professional skills or knowledge.

What do you do?

Our mentoring programme is totally free to access, and matches newly returning parents with mentors who work in a similar professional role and can help them navigate their journey as a working parent. 

Mentorships usually take place virtually, or occasionally in person, and mentors offer 6 hours of their time over 6 months to help someone initially survive, but eventually to thrive.

What is the onboarding process? 

All mentors and mentees book in for an initial chat with one of our team, so we can check your fit for our programme, understand your professional role, and get a sense of your own experience of becoming a parent. 

In mentors, we’re looking for people who remember the challenges, are ready to support someone in a non-judgmental or prescriptive way, and who are willing to be open about the struggles they encountered in their own journey. 

What is the time commitment for volunteers?

The initial onboarding call with our team takes around 20 minutes, and further to this we ask mentors to watch a short (15 minute) video and read our handbook. 

We then ask for a commitment to a mentee of 6 hours across 6 months (roughly 1 hour per month), plus admin time pre-post sessions. The 6-session model is tried and tested. It helps people move from ‘survival mode’ to thinking about the longer-term future, whether that includes growing their family further and/or progressing in their career, leaving them in a position of strength when the mentoring comes to an end. 

Why would you recommend volunteering as a mentor? 

People generally mentor for us because they understand the challenges others are facing as they return, and often wish this service had existed when they returned themselves! This is a chance to be the lifeline that another parent needs, helping them to return to their job successfully whilst also embracing family life. 

Previous participants have told us the programme has made a huge difference to their return. 

Mentees have said: 

“There was an opportunity for a promotion shortly after I returned. My mentor helped me remember what I was capable of doing, and taught me that I can do so much more than I thought. Friends will support you, but sometimes you need to hear from someone who can offer an impartial ear.”

“My experience with Mentor Mums has been amazing - it was exactly the support that I didn’t even realise I needed at the right time. My mentor provided me with planning strategies, and so many work-day framing exercises. She instilled confidence into me; empowering me to make the right decisions, question stakeholders and even helped me pluck up the courage to ask for a promotion and pay rise. Mentoring has benefited my life in so many ways.”

Mentors have said:

“Mentoring someone else has been a growth experience for me – through the conversations I notice more about my own approaches to certain situations, and the things I still need to work on. Mentoring also gives me the chance to consider the way I support those in my own company grappling with similar challenges.” 

“Mentoring has been a really rewarding experience. My mentee and I still keep in touch and it’s become a more mutually beneficial relationship over time.”

What types of professionals/experience are you looking for?

We would welcome mentors from all areas of the business at all levels of seniority and we currently have a long waiting list for mentors! We try to match people with their professional peers, except when we feel that particular lived experience (e.g. bereavement during parenthood, life as an adoptive parent, etc) might provide better synergy between a mentee and their mentor.

Who is eligible to be a mentor?

Anyone with lived experience as a working parent or carer of a young child is eligible to mentor for us. We expect all our mentors to adopt an inclusive attitude, mentoring people regardless of any protected characteristic, offering support without judgement.  

How can we can get involved?

You can apply to mentor via our website. You’ll be asked to create a login and sign up for a call. Then we’ll match you with a mentee as soon as we find one and you can get started straight away!

Where can we find out more?

You can find FAQs on our website here. If you have further questions, please email us.

This role is advertised as part of TPP's Free Giving Back Services. This volunteer advertisement copy has been supplied to TPP and applicants apply direct to the organisation. Please contact the organisation directly if you have any questions about this volunteer role.

 International Humanity Foundation (IHF) is seeking experts and adult students in FUNDRAISING & MARKETING & GRANT WRITING. 

( English or Swahili, Thai, or Bahasa Indonesia is required) 

Please share your knowledge or Interest in any of these three fields and practice your skills on a global level through IHF. (For University Students we offer INTERNSHIPS.)

Volunteer Globally from your home. Whether an hour a month or an hour a day, whether experienced or new; your help is needed. Meet many people from diverse cultures and socio- economic backgrounds globally, while helping children seeking a brighter future.

The International Humanity Foundation (IHF) is an award winning International Non- profit, founded and active since 2001. Our two-fold mission is to 

(1) Educate impoverished children, while activating their highest potential and promoting healthy, loving communities around them. 

 (2) Educating global citizens through real life experiences, online and in person, about the realities of impoverished communities, practical skills in aiding needed efforts, and the value of other cultures.

International Humanity Foundation (IHF) is seeking experts and learners in Fundraising & Grant Writing.

Volunteer Globally from your home. Whether an hour a month or an hour a day, whether experienced or new; your help is needed. Meet many people from diverse cultures and socio- economic backgrounds globally, while helping children seeking a brighter future.

The International Humanity Foundation (IHF) is an award winning International Non- profit, founded and active since 2001. Our two-fold mission is to 

(1) Educate impoverished children, while activating their highest potential and nurturing healthy, loving communities around them. 

 (2) Educating global citizens through real life experiences, online and in person, about the realities of impoverished communities, practical skills in aiding needed efforts, and the value of other cultures.

IHF is currently seeking pro-bono Graphic Design Firms and Individual At-Home Volunteers for our Graphic Design Team. 

Overview

The International Humanity Foundation (IHF) is an International non-profit, founded in 2001. For over twenty years we have been globally successful in our two fold mission:  (1) To educate marginalized children—activating their highest potential and nurturing healthy, loving communities around them. Ihf believe the happiness of our world's children rises above all political and religious differences; And equates to the quality of our world's happiness tomorrow. —(2) To educate global citizens through communication and real life experiences, (online and in person), about the realities of marginalized communities; while teaching practical skills in aiding needed efforts, thus giving voice to the voiceless. 

IHF strives to offer children and adults (from young through retirement) venues for learning and safely practicing these leadership skills. 

IHF is a unique organization. It believes in absolute transparency and functions almost entirely through the efforts of its hundreds of unpaid volunteers from all over the world. Our amazing volunteers give their time, skills, energy, and love. 

GRAPHIC DESIGN FIRMS and INDIVIDUALS will collaborate directly with the Director of Fundraising and Marketing. IHF materials are marketed towards multiple geographies, both locally in the communities we work with and on a global platform. 

An At-Home volunteer in this position will:

- Assist our Media Team in visual editing of content for social media platforms or website design. 

- Develop materials for our Fundraising Team such as posters, flyers, infographics etc.

- Create original volunteer recruitment campaign materials

IHF will provide all the necessary background and support for you to be successful in this position.

in Google Suite applications helpful

- Deep empathy for impoverished children and their communities

- A commitment to our Core Values

Video editing experience (specifically Adobe Premiere Pro) is a plus though not required.

In addition to making a notable difference in the lives of the children we serve, you will also be joining a global network of IHF volunteers and enhancing your graphics CV with practical experience working with an international organization encompassing many cultures and norms. 

Eligibility 

IHF is looking for individuals who can commit to a minimum 2-4 hours per month with a passion for visual communication and ‘out of the box’ creativity.

At-Home Volunteers accepted to this position will also have: 

-Experience with Canvas, Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator is helpful.

-Confidence using the English language (both spoken and written)

Have you ever wanted to direct an international or local nonprofit (charity) organization or start one of your own? For over twenty years, INTERNATIONAL HUMANITY FOUNDATION (IHF) has been teaching its volunteers these skills:

 • Project Development: Assessing community and individual needs for challenged populations.

• Human Resources: Global Volunteer and Team management, motivation & recruitment.

•ORGANIZATIONAL MANAGEMENT: Creating the teams and action units needed to address problems and follow up commitments, while tracking the needed qualitative and quantitative data.

 IHF gives you an opportunity to learn some or all of these skills, working online (or in person) with volunteers from around the world and the children and populations we serve.   

 IHF is a unique organization providing a safe place to practice global leadership skills while helping others. As with learning the violin: practicing leadership is essential, not just reading about it.

 We offer ONLINE GLD & AT-CENTER GLD certificates.

 The International Humanity Foundation (IHF) is an International Non- profit, founded and active in California and Globally since 2001.  

 Our two-fold mission is:

 (1) Educating impoverished children, while activating their highest potential and nurturing healthy, loving communities around them.

(2) Educating global citizens online and in person, about the realities of impoverished communities, while learning the value of local cultures and practicing these skills in aiding needed efforts through experience.

 IHF has centers in Jakarta Java, Medan Sumatra, Bali Indonesia, Nakuru Kenya. (COVID has mandated a Waiting list for Nice, France, Chiang Rai Thailand and La Quinta California).