Virtual Volunteering Fair

Thursday May 5th, 1pm - 2.30pm
Green Projects

Voluntary Norfolk will be holding an online volunteer fair in May, focusing on nature, wildlife and gardening opportunities in Norfolk.

You will be able to hear from several organisations who are looking for volunteers to help with nature conservation in Norfolk and will be given the opportunity to ask them questions about their roles.

Benefits of Green Project volunteering:

• Being outside is amazing for your wellbeing
• Provides a relaxed way to meet new people
• Suitable if you are unable to commit to a regular volunteer time and are looking for one-off opportunities.

If you are interested in attending or would like more information please contact volunteercentre@voluntarynorfolk.org.uk

Some of the reasons people have signed up to be part of the Norfolk Volunteer Passport:

• Looking to gain more confidence before volunteering.
• Already volunteering but would like some additional free training.
• Would like to try volunteering in several different roles before committing to anything.

The scheme includes 6 core training sessions, help gaining references, and an ID badge to show you are part of the scheme.

You can find out more about the Volunteer Passport and the content of the training here.

The next programme will start on Wednesday April 22nd and will run every week for 6 weeks from 10am – 12.30pm on Zoom.

If you are interested in taking part in the Volunteer Passport Programme, please contact us at volunteercentre@voluntarynorfolk.org.uk and we will be in touch to discuss it with you further.

BBC Radio Norfolk Volunteer Award

Radio Norfolk are looking for an individuals who makes a real difference to the community by giving up their time voluntarily to help out a charity or good cause.

The awards are inviting nominations from across the country. They are a great chance to say “Thank You” and show recognition and appreciation for people who love to make life better for others.

If you know someone that goes above and beyond, please nominate them before 11:00pm on Friday 29 April 2022. All nominations will be reviewed and winners will be invited to an awards ceremony later in the year.

SOS Bus Celebrates 21 Years

The SOS Bus celebrate their 21st Birthday this month! Since the bus began volunteers have contributed over 65,520 hours!

The SOS Bus aims to provides a safe space in Norwich on Friday and Saturday nights by offering support, advice and practical assistance.

None of this would be possible without their amazing team of dedicated Volunteers. The team are currently very much in need of volunteers to ensure they can continue to run 2 nights a week.

The time you give to the SOS Bus will not just help individuals. You will also help the Norfolk and Norwich Hospital’s Emergency Department, East of England Ambulance Service and the police by reducing unnecessary hospital visits and ambulance call outs, and freeing up police officer’s time.

Volunteer at First Light Festival

Applications to volunteer with First Light Festival 2022 are now open! We have a really exciting and ambitious programme planned for the festival, and we need enthusiastic, committed and friendly people to help us bring it to life.

As a volunteer you will be an integral part of the team, helping with stewarding events, artist liaison, box office, evaluation and wayfinding. Each shift is 4 hours and you can do as many shifts as you like over the festival.

In return we hope to provide an opportunity to meet new people, try new things, gain work and life experience and be part of something special!

Chit Chat Volunteer

St. Stephens Gate Medical Practice in Norwich have set up a Chit Chat group taking place on the morning of the first Thursday of the month and are looking for some wonderful volunteers.

If you are interested in finding out more, get in touch at volunteercentre@voluntarynorfolk.org.uk

Roles on the Voluntary Norfolk Volunteering Portal

Below are a selection of the new roles on the Volunteering Portal this month. If you would like to search all of the current roles on the Portal, please click here.

If you would like any help with searching for the right role for you, please contact us at volunteercentre@voluntarynorfolk.org.uk

Fundraising Bucket Shaker Volunteer

Are you looking for a way to support the people of Ukraine? British Red Cross are looking for volunteers to bucket shake in local stores up and down the country, to help raise money for the DEC Ukraine Humanitarian Appeal. You can make a real difference.

Adventure Supporter

Assist people living with dementia and their carer(s) to enjoy a Holiday this summer.

You will be working together with the Adventure Leader to support all the activities planned in the itinerary such as trips, walks and tours, and ensuring they are tailored to the specific needs of the guests.

The role will involve providing an extra pair of hands, supporting both partners with as little or as much assistance as they require with tasks such as unpacking/packing, support at meal times, and support during activities so they can enjoy their Holiday.

Wellness Telephone Check In Volunteer

Volunteers are required for a Healthy Communities Together project in Heacham. The aim of the project is to provide a Wellness Telephone Check In Service to those suffering from frailty. You do not need to live in Heacham but will need knowledge of the area.

The hope is to offer support and signpost to other services early on to prevent patients reaching crisis stage. The role would be very flexible and volunteers can offer as little or as much of their time as they please. The service itself will hopefully begin mid February and run until mid August.

Digital Inclusion Volunteers
 

As a result of Covid 19 many organisations and individuals use more online services than ever before. Many older people are being left behind, making them more isolated. In order to help older people Age UK Norfolk has set up let's get digital. The let's get digital team provide one to one remote teaching for people over 50 on how to use a tablet / iPad, either their own or one that we loan to them for a 12 week period. 

By helping an older person to access the internet, email, video calls and online services the digital inclusion volunteer will have the opportunity to make a significant difference to the life of an older person 

The hospice's Occupational Therapist runs a fishing group at Lynnsport and sessions are starting again at the end of March. They're looking for some more help with running the sessions.

You'd be helping patients who enjoyed this pastime, but due to their illness, have been unable to carry on.

Lynnsport has a well equipped area set up for fishing - all equipment is provided.

The group meets on Tuesday afternoons at Lynnsport, King's Lynn.

The Broads Authority is seeking volunteers for a number of roles at the ‘Broads Life Festival’ at Beccles Quay on 11th June 2022. Volunteers are required to assist with general stewardship, parking and activity bookings.

East Coast College Volunteers

East Coast College are looking for enrichment activities volunteers to run sessions over lunchtimes.

Do you have a skill you would like to share with students? From conservation to social action.

Contact: plusmore@eastcoast.ac.uk to find out more.

Do you have a volunteer story?

If you would like to share your experiences of volunteering in Volunteering News, please do get in touch with us: volunteercentre@voluntarynorfolk.org.uk