Luv2MeetU are looking for volunteers pen pals to provide companionship for adults with learning disabilities during the Corona virus lockdown.

Luv2meetU is a friendship and dating agency for adults over 18 with a learning disability. We run social and dating events for our members in Cheshire & Merseyside. In this time of isolation and social distancing we are adapting our service to cater for our members by providing remote opportunities. One of these opportunities is a pen pal scheme and that is where you come in.

As a volunteer pen pal you will be matched with a Luv2MeetU who will then write you letters. Your role would be to read these letters and write back providing much needed companionship at a difficult time. 

People with learning disabilities are more likely to feel isolated, lonely and not have the opportunity to access their community. In addition many people with learning disabilities do not have the opportunity to interact with people outside of paid staff. As a volunteer with Luv2MeetU you will be supporting people to feel more connected.

Volunteering with Luv2MeetU is a great fun, a way to gain more skills in working with people with a learning disability and add more experience to your CV. 

Name of role

International DPO Engagement Volunteer

Location

Home Based

Volunteer’s line manager

DPO Engagement Manager

Purpose of role

Develop a practical resource for Leonard Cheshire international teams on engaging and ensuring the participation of DPOs (and disabled people) in the delivery of team objectives.

DPO engagement being a new area of work for the team will require support to ensure messaging, approach, participation and authenticity in how LC includes and engages DPOs in it activities and delivers against stated objectives.

A DPO Engagement Tool Kit will be a ‘go-to’ resource, developed in consultation with teams, that they could draw from to help inform their planning and approach. This eventually would lessen the need to continually ask the DPO Engagement Manager to participate in project design and delivery,

Key activities

At the initial stage, the toolkit will be developed only internal use only. Later, it will be developed for external use with other mainstream stakeholders looking to engage with DPOs more concretely.

June-August: Desk Review - research and collection of tools and dos and don’ts

July/August: Quick wins team training

Sept/Oct: Drafting

Nov: Finalisation and launch of the internal toolkit

Time commitment required

Flexible. E.g. 2-3 days per week for 6-month period

Requirements of role (checks and training)

• 2 references required
• Completion of induction training

Key skills/qualities a volunteer needs for this role

• Friendly
• Enthusiastic
• Reliable
• Good communication skills, both oral and written
• Organised and able to coordinate and prioritise varied activities
• Experience of working with Excel, Word and Outlook
• Good IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Commitment to Leonard Cheshire’s values

Desirable:

• Previous experience working with other cultures

Any other comments

Reasonable out of pocket expenses associated with carrying out this role will be reimbursed.

About the Opportunity

Whizz-Kidz aim to transform the lives of young wheelchair users aged between 2 and 25. We do this by providing life changing mobility equipment, exciting youth groups and wheelchair skills training. There are also sometimes extra opportunities, such as volunteering at a residential camp.

Volunteers can help us to reach this aim by:

• Supporting young people to get involved in activities
• Leading or co-leading activities or ice breakers if you would like to
• Acting as a positive role model for young wheelchair users
• Ensuring the event runs smoothly along with other volunteers and staff

About Whizz-Kidz

Our mission is to transform the lives of disabled children by providing the equipment, support and life skills they need, when they need them – giving them the chance to develop their full potential.

Did you know that there are thousands of disabled children waiting for their childhoods to start, as they struggle to get a wheelchair that meets all their needs? We believe that every young disabled person has the right to a fun and active childhood, and the chance to develop their full potential in life. We provide disabled children and young people with vital mobility equipment, and life journey services, giving them opportunities to build friendships and have fun, and training to help them gain skills and look forward to a bright future.

Our vision for the future is that all disabled children’s lives are full of fun, friendship and hope for an independent future. Just like any other kid’s.

What are we looking for?

We are looking for people with the following skills:

• Enthusiastic and confident
• Supportive, friendly and sensitive to others
• Ability to communicate with young people of different ages with different abilities: for example, some of our young people may use a communication device instead of communicating verbally.
• Positive attitude towards disability
• Flexible and creative
• Proactive and not afraid to get involved
• Experience of working with young people is an advantage but not essential

Practical Considerations

• All volunteers will receive safeguarding training and a DBS or PVG check as you will be working with vulnerable children and young people.
• Whizz-Kidz will reimburse reasonable travel expenses, usually up to £30 per event.
• Our clubs run on a weekend whilst wheelchair skills training sessions happen during the week. We hope to offer all volunteers at least one volunteering opportunity a month.

We would love to welcome you to our team of volunteers!

About the Opportunity

Whizz-Kidz aim to transform the lives of young wheelchair users aged between 2 and 25. We do this by providing life changing mobility equipment, exciting youth groups and wheelchair skills training. There are also sometimes extra opportunities, such as volunteering at a residential camp.

Volunteers can help us reach this aim by:

• Supporting young people to get involved in activities
• Leading or co-leading activities or ice breakers if you would like to
• Acting as a positive role model for young wheelchair users
• Ensuring the event runs smoothly along with other volunteers and staff

About Whizz-Kidz

Our mission is to transform the lives of disabled children by providing the equipment, support and life skills they need, when they need them – giving them the chance to develop their full potential.

Did you know that there are thousands of disabled children waiting for their childhoods to start, as they struggle to get a wheelchair that meets all their needs? We believe that every young disabled person has the right to a fun and active childhood, and the chance to develop their full potential in life. We provide disabled children and young people with vital mobility equipment, and life journey services, giving them opportunities to build friendships and have fun, and training to help them gain skills and look forward to a bright future.

Our vision for the future is that all disabled children’s lives are full of fun, friendship and hope for an independent future. Just like any other kid’s.

What are we looking for?

We are looking for people with the following skills:

• Enthusiastic and confident
• Supportive, friendly and sensitive to others
• Ability to communicate with young people of different ages with different abilities: for example, some of our young people may use a communication device instead of communicating verbally.
• Positive attitude towards disability
• Flexible and creative
• Proactive and not afraid to get involved
• Experience of working with young people is an advantage but not essential

Practical Considerations

• All volunteers will receive safeguarding training and a DBS or PVG check as you will be working with vulnerable children and young people.
• Whizz-Kidz will reimburse reasonable travel expenses, usually up to £30 per event.
• Our clubs run on a weekend whilst wheelchair skills training sessions happen during the week. We hope to offer all volunteers at least one volunteering opportunity a month.

We would really love to welcome you to our team of volunteers!

About the Opportunity

Whizz-Kidz aim to transform the lives of young wheelchair users aged between 2 and 25. We do this by providing life changing mobility equipment, exciting youth groups and wheelchair skills training. There are also sometimes extra opportunities, such as volunteering at a residential camp.

Volunteers can help us to reach this aim by:

• Supporting young people to get involved in activities
• Leading or co-leading activities or ice breakers if you would like to
• Acting as a positive role model for young wheelchair users
• Ensuring the event runs smoothly along with other volunteers and staff

About Whizz-Kidz

Our mission is to transform the lives of disabled children by providing the equipment, support and life skills they need, when they need them – giving them the chance to develop their full potential.

Did you know that there are thousands of disabled children waiting for their childhoods to start, as they struggle to get a wheelchair that meets all their needs? We believe that every young disabled person has the right to a fun and active childhood, and the chance to develop their full potential in life. We provide disabled children and young people with vital mobility equipment, and life journey services, giving them opportunities to build friendships and have fun, and training to help them gain skills and look forward to a bright future.

Our vision for the future is that all disabled children’s lives are full of fun, friendship and hope for an independent future. Just like any other kid’s.

What are we looking for?

We are looking for people with the following skills:

• Enthusiastic and confident
• Supportive, friendly and sensitive to others
• Ability to communicate with young people of different ages with different abilities: for example, some of our young people may use a communication device instead of communicating verbally.
• Positive attitude towards disability
• Flexible and creative
• Proactive and not afraid to get involved
• Experience of working with young people is an advantage but not essential

Practical Considerations

• All volunteers will receive safeguarding training and a DBS or PVG check as you will be working with vulnerable children and young people.
• Whizz-Kidz will reimburse reasonable travel expenses, usually up to £30 per event.
• Our clubs run on a weekend whilst wheelchair skills training sessions happen during the week. We hope to offer all volunteers at least one volunteering opportunity a month.

We would love to welcome you to our team of volunteers!

About the Opportunity

Whizz-Kidz aim to transform the lives of young wheelchair users aged between 2 and 25. We do this by providing life changing mobility equipment, exciting youth groups and wheelchair skills training. There are also sometimes extra opportunities, such as volunteering at a residential camp.

Volunteers can help us to reach this aim by:

• Supporting young people to get involved in activities
• Leading or co-leading activities or ice breakers if you would like to
• Acting as a positive role model for young wheelchair users
• Ensuring the event runs smoothly along with other volunteers and staff

About Whizz-Kidz

Our mission is to transform the lives of disabled children by providing the equipment, support and life skills they need, when they need them – giving them the chance to develop their full potential.

Did you know that there are thousands of disabled children waiting for their childhoods to start, as they struggle to get a wheelchair that meets all their needs? We believe that every young disabled person has the right to a fun and active childhood, and the chance to develop their full potential in life. We provide disabled children and young people with vital mobility equipment, and life journey services, giving them opportunities to build friendships and have fun, and training to help them gain skills and look forward to a bright future.

Our vision for the future is that all disabled children’s lives are full of fun, friendship and hope for an independent future. Just like any other kid’s.

What are they looking for?

We are looking for people with the following skills:

• Enthusiastic and confident
• Supportive, friendly and sensitive to others
• Ability to communicate with young people of different ages with different abilities: for example, some of our young people may use a communication device instead of communicating verbally.
• Positive attitude towards disability
• Flexible and creative
• Proactive and not afraid to get involved
• Experience of working with young people is an advantage but not essential

Practical Considerations

• All volunteers will receive safeguarding training and a DBS or PVG check as you will be working with vulnerable children and young people.
• Whizz-Kidz will reimburse reasonable travel expenses, usually up to £30 per event.
• Our clubs run on a weekend whilst wheelchair skills training sessions happen during the week. We hope to offer all volunteers at least one volunteering opportunity a month.

We would love to welcome you to our team of volunteers!

CAPS are currently recruiting volunteers to train as Independent Visitors. There are 720 hours in an average month. Can you spare 4 to support a child or young person in care?

Wakefield CAPS run the Children's Advocacy Service and the Independent Visitor Service in Wakefield. We are currently recruiting volunteers to train as Independent Visitors.  This is an amazing opportunity to make a real difference to a young person's life.

Independent Visitors meet regularly with a child or young person who is in care and Wakefield Metropolitan District Council is the responsible local authority. The role of the Independent Visitor is to befriend, support and advise a child or young person who has little or no adult family contact. Together they can complete leisure & recreation sessions and activities of mutual interest. Expenses are covered for these sessions including mileage.

This is a fulfilling role that really makes a difference to the young people who are matched with a volunteer. 

Independent Visitors should be over the age of 18 and have the time and commitment to give to the volunteering role (fortnightly visits for a minimum commitment of 12 months).

You should have the ability to communicate well with children and young people, be a positive role model and be able to build a supportive relationship with a young person while being mindful of professional boundaries.

You must be committed to the safety and wellbeing of young people. Skills such as patience, a sense of humour and sensitivity are essential. Experience of working with children and young people is not a requirement of this post as training will be provided. 

We ask that you meet up once a fortnight, the time will be to suit the young person and the Independent Visitor - usually this is on an evening or weekend. 

We will support volunteers through 1 to 1 sessions, ongoing training and group events. You can call the team any time if you have questions or concerns.  We usually recruit and train 2 or 3 times a year depending on need. You will be assessed for suitability for the role, including references and DBS checks.  Full training is provided including group training, 1 to 1 session and session feedback. 

PLEASE NOTE TRAINING IS INFORMAL AND THERE IS NO TEST! 

Do you enjoy listening to and helping people? Are you looking for a volunteering role where you can do just that, and fits in around your family, studies or other commitments? By becoming an Association Visitor and donating your time, energy and skills, you can make a real difference to the lives of people affected by MND

As an Association Visitor, you will:

• offer emotional support to people living with and affected by MND
• provide information to people living with MND, their carers and families
• help people living with MND make informed choices
• help people to access appropriate services / support
• explain how the MND Association can support people living with MND, their carers and families
• record information, following the MND Association guidelines and local protocols
• develop and maintain relationships with our local Branch or Group
• attend support and supervision meetings, as well as development events.

The time required is flexible, but we expect Association Visitors to commit to a minimum of 2 - 4 hours per week. For this role you need to be able to work as part of a team, liaise with health and social care professionals and have the ability to develop and maintain supportive relationships.

You’ll be inducted into the role and informed about the Association. As part of this, you will receive e-learning, face-to-face training and mentoring. The training programme will also include experiential and reflective learning.

About us

MND is a fatal, rapidly progressive disease that affects the brain and spinal cord. It attacks the nerves that control movement so muscles refuse to work. It can leave people locked in a failing body, unable to move, talk and eventually breath. It kills a third of people within a year and more than half within two years of diagnosis, and it has no cure.

The MND Association was founded in 1979. Our mission is to improve care and support for people with MND, their families and carers. We also fund and promote research that leads to new understanding and treatments and brings us closer to a cure for MND.

We are looking to recruit Volunteers within the west Surrey area, Guildford, Woking, Camberley, Cranleigh and surrounding areas

In England, only 1 in 3 young people from the lowest income homes are able to get 5 A*-C grades at GCSE.

Many pupils from low-income households want to achieve better grades at school, get into top universities and gain access to competitive careers but too many of them lack the support they need to achieve these ambitions.

The GT Scholars programme is a not-for-profit social enterprise that tackles educational inequality by giving ambitious young people from disadvantaged backgrounds, the support, skills and strategies they need to achieve their academic and career ambitions.

We’re looking for volunteer tutors that can join us in improving the life chances of young people from low income homes.

If you are are an undergraduate or graduate, you could make a difference by joining us a volunteer tutor. As a volunteer tutor, you’ll need to:

• Have a passion for helping children and young people

• Provide online one-to-one tutoring support for 1 hour week

• Build pupil confidence in Maths, English or Science

• Have strong subject knowledge (confident enough to tutor up to GCSE)

• Work collaboratively with other tutors and mentors

• Have a minimum of an undergraduate degree or be working towards this

• Be able to commit to a minimum  of 6 months (two terms)

• Must be willing to travel to London for document verification

Volunteer tutoring can be extremely rewarding and volunteers with GT Scholars benefit from:

• A flexible schedule - you can choose online tutoring hours to suit your schedule

• The chance to grow your contacts and meet like-minded volunteers

• The chance to make a real difference in the life of a young person.

Half of The International Humanity Foundation’s (IHF) mission is to educate the poor and the other half is to educate the world about the poor. We strive for a world of leaders and citizens who have interacted with, and are truly knowledgeable about the world's poor. We believe in a "pass it on" philosophy where education is free and available for all who seek it. 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 it works in.

IHF is currently seeking a professional security guard with excellent customer service and security skills to join our IHF family at International Humanity Foundation Carol’s Children Center.

The International Humanity Foundation (IHF) has been active in Indonesia since 1984. Though each center has unique needs and challenges the primary goal of each is the same; to provide free supplementary education for children from economically underprivileged backgrounds. Volunteers who sign up to donate their time at one of our IHF Education Centers for the Global Leader Development (GLD) Program make a very real impact during their stay participating in the various tasks. Our centers in Indonesia operate free and open classes for students aged 5 to 18, taught by local teachers in congruence with international volunteers. 

As a GLD, you will in addition to the four hours of local tasks, complete another four hours per day as a member of multiple International Online Teams. 

Your local tasks may include, but are not limited to:

• Provide hands on help with the center's day-to-day operations

• Participate in a cultural exchange, organizing special games and activities with our children

• Preparing and teaching English classes to children 

• Running community events and local maintenance projects. 

• Be responsible for the management, design and implementation of community led projects linked to your academic and or professional skills and experience.

    Your international online tasks may include, but are not limited to:

• Budgeting and finance

• Donor relations and sponsorships

• Social media campaigns and fundraising

• Website development

• Recruitment 

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

• A passion for international development with a particular emphasis on universal education

• Proficiency in Google Suite applications 

• The means to live in country at one of our centers for the duration of your program 

• An open-mind, with an interest in learning not just about the community, but from the elax and explore the beautiful and culturally rich region.

         Benefits

In addition to making a notable difference in the lives of the children we serve, you will also have access to the following benefits: 

• Certificate of program completion

• Letter of recommendation upon request  

• Acquire leadership and management capacities that will enable you to lead in the ever-changing global environment

• Gain practical experience in an NGO environment 

• Interact with locals, experience a different culture, and build cultural awareness

• Join a global network of IHF volunteers and alumni

• Build a global network with people from diverse professional and backgrounds

Half of The International Humanity Foundation’s (IHF) mission is to educate the poor and the other half is to educate the world about the poor. We strive for a world of leaders and citizens who have interacted with, and are truly knowledgeable about the world's poor. We believe in a "pass it on" philosophy where education is free and available for all who seek it. 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 it works in.

IHF is currently seeking forward-thinking, dynamic individuals of all ages and backgrounds to contribute as part of our Volun-tourist Program in Jakarta, Indonesia. Volun-tourists come to the center as our guests. They participate in the community activities and are shown the culture by local villagers and children of our centers. The income from having these guests go to the community projects as designated by each center. 

Volunteering in this division provides an opportunity for a valuable hands-on experience through an international non-profit organization. Also, to contribute with your time and talents to help provide possibilities for our children, and still have time to explore a new place and culture.  

Half of The International Humanity Foundation’s (IHF) mission is to educate the poor and the other half is to educate the world about the poor. We strive for a world of leaders and citizens who have interacted with, and are truly knowledgeable about the world's poor. We believe in a "pass it on" philosophy where education is free and available for all who seek it. 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 it works in.

IHF is currently seeking forward-thinking, dynamic individuals of all ages and backgrounds to contribute as part of our Volun-tourist Program in Medan, on the Indonesian island of Sumatra. Volun-tourists come to the center as our guests. They participate in the community activities and are shown the culture by local villagers and children of our centers. The income from having these guests go to the community projects as designated by each center. 

Volunteering in this division provides an opportunity for a valuable hands-on experience through an international non-profit organization. Also, to contribute with your time and talents to help provide possibilities for our children, and still have time to explore a new place and culture.  

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. Half of International Humanity Foundation’s (IHF) mission is to educate the poor and the other half is to educate the world about the poor. 

IHF 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.