This #VolunteersWeek we want to say a BIG thank you to our bee-rilliant volunteers 🫶 To every one of our volunteers, your efforts have had a real and lasting impact. Thank you 💙

The Charity Commission for Northern Ireland has issued a call for individuals willing to volunteer their time to support charities facing operational and governance challenges. Find out more here: www.charitycommissionni.org.uk/news/call-fo... #volunteers #volunteersweek #volunteersweek2026

🎉 #VolunteersWeek 2026 🎧️ Listen back to our chat with Flik Williams from #WCVA | CGGC & Alice O'Boyle from #VolunteerNow 🎙️ podfollow.com/the-charity-... #ThirdSector #Volunteering #charities #TheGoodStudio #TheCharityShow @thegoodstudio.bsky.social @volunteernow.bsky.social

It's Volunteers' Week! 🎉 Befriending is possible thanks to the incredible contribution of volunteers befrienders who give their time to help reduce loneliness. Thank you! Discover 5 ways to celebrate and support your volunteers in 2026 on our blog: befriending.co.uk/vw26-resourc... #VolunteersWeek

Today marks the beginning of Volunteers' Week 2026! Today we're celebrating the amazing ReStore volunteers who, across 8 ReStores, invest 6,000 hours every month. Would you like to volunteer at your local ReStore?: www.habitatireland.org/restore #VolunteersWeek2026 #volunteersweek

Volunteers’ Week 2026 is here🎉 A chance to celebrate millions of people who give their time to make a difference, showing the true power of kindness, generosity & community spirit. Tag your stories with #VolunteersWeek and let’s say thank you to more volunteers than ever before.

🚨We're hiring!🚨 Do you have experience working with communities, voluntary organisations or rural development initiatives? Or could you provide a support service for volunteers and volunteer involving organisations? 👉https://www.volunteernow.co.uk/about-us/who-we-are/current-vacancies/ #Vacancies

Join us on 15 June for a refresher for Designated Officers who’ve completed full-day training. 📌 Covers: Role & responsibilities Health & Social Care Trust processes Referral & info-sharing challenges Latest safeguarding updates 📅 Book your spot now 👉 https://ow.ly/YjsI50Z48gV

This Saturday 30 May, we are inviting families in #Fermanagh to give volunteering a go in partnership with Fermanagh National Trust. This event is FREE - just come along on the day! More info at https://www.volunteernow.co.uk/event/family-volunteering-activity-at-national-trust-florence-court/

Check out the courses we have coming up in June! 👉 https://ow.ly/hSfI50Z48Gv We also have Any Time Training you can complete anytime, anywhere! 👉 https://ow.ly/b9Bu50Z48Gx Don't see what you need? Get in touch to see if we can offer it as tailored training.

🚨1 WEEK TO GO!🚨 Volunteers' Week 2026 is just around the corner & we are hosting a special free conference at Ulster University in Belfast. Celebrate the power of recognition & reward in volunteering & pick up some free Volunteers’ Week merchandise while you’re there! https://ow.ly/1nol50Z0Ykm

Are you responsible for dealing with adult safeguarding issues which arise through the work of your organisation & need refresher training? Then join us for this short session! 📅04/06/2026 ⌚10am - 1pm 🔗https://ow.ly/3K0Q50Z488w

🎉Our offices are closed today, see you all tomorrow! 😎

Can you identify potential risks in your volunteering roles and projects? Do you know how assess these risks and manage them? In this session, we will explore these issues and more. 📅3 June 2026 ⏲️10am - 12pm 📍Online 🔗https://ow.ly/wXpQ50Z0ZFV

Volunteers' Week 2026 is just around the corner & we are hosting a special free conference at Ulster University in Belfast. Celebrate the power of recognition & reward in volunteering & pick up some free Volunteers’ Week merchandise while you’re there! https://ow.ly/1nol50Z0Ykm

#VolunteersWeek 2026 is just around the corner, and to mark the occasion Volunteer Now is hosting a special conference at the Atrium, Ulster University in Belfast. (Keynote speaker Paul Reddish OBE). More info at https://www.volunteernow.co.uk/course/designing-for-inclusion-conference/

🚨Closing TODAY at 12noon🚨 We are seeking a Safeguarding Manager to provide leadership for Volunteer Now's safeguarding function, developing & shaping good practice & training support, policy development & driving business growth. 👉 https://ow.ly/5Hhi50YXnJK #Vacancies #Jobs #WeAreHiring

📣Groups in the Mid Ulster area.... come along to our #VolunteersWeek session on Tues 19 May. You can pick up some FREE goodies to help your group celebrate #VolunteersWeek too! Light lunch provided. 👉For more info and to register: https://www.volunteernow.co.uk/youre-invited/

🚨We're hiring!🚨 We are seeking a Safeguarding Manager to provide leadership for Volunteer Now's safeguarding function, developing & shaping good practice & training support, policy development & driving business growth. 👉 https://ow.ly/5Hhi50YXnJK #Vacancies #Jobs #WeAreHiring #CharityJobs

Attracting volunteers is just the start - keeping them engaged is key. Join our 3-hour workshop to master onboarding, support, recognition and conflict management best practices. 📅 14 May 2026 ⏲️ 10am-1pm 📍 Online 🔗 https://www.volunteernow.co.uk/course/managing-and-motivating-volunteers-4/cid_0/

🚨We're hiring!🚨 We are seeking a Safeguarding Manager to provide leadership for Volunteer Now's safeguarding function, developing & shaping good practice & training support, policy development & driving business growth. 👉 https://ow.ly/5Hhi50YXnJK #Vacancies #Jobs #WeAreHiring #CharityJobs

📣Groups in the Antrim & Newtownabbey area.... come along to our #VolunteersWeek session on Thurs 28 May. You can pick up some FREE goodies to help your group celebrate #VolunteersWeek too! Light lunch provided. 👉For more info and to register: https://www.volunteernow.co.uk/youre-invited/

The latest edition of VTraining is out now! Check your inbox or download your copy here 👉 https://mailchi.mp/volunteernow/vtraining-may-2026 If you would like to sign up to receive VTraining, please complete the form at the bottom of our homepage. #VolunteerNow #Safeguarding #VolunteerManagement

📣Enniskillen families - join a magical volunteering event at Enniskillen Library! Enjoy a reading of The Happy Prince by Oscar Wilde, then make up care packages for the community. Plus meet The Kindness Postbox! 👉https://www.volunteernow.co.uk/event/family-volunteering-event-at-enniskillen-library/

Are you responsible for dealing with safeguarding children & young people issues which arise through the work of your organisation? This certified course on 14 May in Belfast is for you! Find out more & book your spot now 👉 https://ow.ly/8AFL50YSoF8

📣Groups in the Fermanagh area.... come along to our #VolunteersWeek session next Thurs (7 May). You can pick up some FREE goodies to help your group celebrate #VolunteersWeek too! Light lunch provided. 👉For more info and to register: https://www.volunteernow.co.uk/youre-invited/

📣Groups in the Ards & North Down area.... come along to our #VolunteersWeek session next Wed (6 May). You can pick up some FREE goodies to help your group celebrate #VolunteersWeek too! Light lunch provided. 👉For more info and to register: https://www.volunteernow.co.uk/youre-invited/

📣Groups in the Armagh, Banbridge & Craigavon area.... come along to our #VolunteersWeek session next Tues (5 May). You can pick up some FREE goodies to help your group celebrate #VolunteersWeek too! Light lunch provided. 👉For more info and to register: https://www.volunteernow.co.uk/youre-invited/

Join us in Belfast on 5 May, 10am-4pm for an integrated training course, aimed at those planning & managing services/activities for children & adults. It covers legal & policy context, dealing with a disclosure & more. ➡️ https://ow.ly/Nu0v50YQu3b

🚨We're hiring!🚨 We have 5 posts available: Community Support Officer, Digital Inclusion Assistant Youth Worker 2 x Volunteering Support Officers 🆕 Safeguarding Manager 👉Find out more https://www.volunteernow.co.uk/about-us/who-we-are/current-vacancies/ #Vacancies #Jobs #WeAreHiring #CharityJobs

Looking for a role where you can make a real difference? We’re recruiting an Assistant Youth Worker for our Heroes+ team! Hands-on, meaningful work supporting young people to build confidence & find their path. 🕒 Part-time, flexible ⏰ Apply by 5 May, 12pm 👉 https://ow.ly/sCPb50YQAAo

Check out the courses we have coming up in May! 👉 https://ow.ly/J4sK50YOTL1 We also have Any Time Training you can complete anytime, anywhere! 👉 https://ow.ly/YkQJ50YOTL0 Don't see what you need? Get in touch to see if we can offer it as tailored training.

🚨We're hiring!🚨 We have 4 posts available: 🆕Community Support Officer, Digital Inclusion 🆕Assistant Youth Worker, Heroes+ 🆕2 x Volunteering Support Officers 👉Find out more https://www.volunteernow.co.uk/about-us/who-we-are/current-vacancies/ #Vacancies #Jobs #WeAreHiring #CharityJobs

Do you have an idea that would have a positive impact in the Armagh City, Banbridge & Craigavon Borough Council area? If so, look no further than the Tak£500+ PB fund, of which Volunteer Now are part of the planning group: https://www.armaghbanbridgecraigavon.gov.uk/take500plus/

During this FREE session, you will learn about the Council for Certification in Volunteer Administration CCVA, why the CVA certification may be right for you, how the exam is created, what the application, preparation and certification process is and more 👉 https://ow.ly/Ypgi50YuC0O

🚨We're hiring!🚨 We have 4 posts available: 🆕Community Support Officer, Digital Inclusion 🆕Assistant Youth Worker, Heroes+ 🆕2 x Volunteering Support Officers 👉Find out more https://www.volunteernow.co.uk/about-us/who-we-are/current-vacancies/ #Vacancies #Jobs #WeAreHiring #CharityJobs

Calling all organisations/services in Armagh, Banbridge & Craigavon. Join the ABC Connect Well, Live Well Annual Meeting - 16 April, Armagh City Hotel. Connect, learn & strengthen support. Register: https://forms.office.com/e/frWkmtS7eq (This is not a public event)

The April edition of VConnect is out now! Check your inbox or click here https://mailchi.mp/volunteernow/vconnect-april-2026 If you would like to sign up to receive VConnect, please complete the form on our website.

🚨We're hiring!🚨 We have 4 posts available: 🆕Community Support Officer, Digital Inclusion 🆕Assistant Youth Worker, Heroes+ 🆕2 x Volunteering Support Officers 👉Find out more https://www.volunteernow.co.uk/about-us/who-we-are/current-vacancies/ #Vacancies #Jobs #WeAreHiring #CharityJobs

NICVA's Celebration of Learning brought together learners from across the voluntary & community sector to recognise achievements in accredited programmes over the past year, highlighting the impact of investing in learning, building confidence & skills, & supporting communities.

The latest edition of VTraining is out now! Check your inbox or download your copy here 👉 https://ow.ly/H8l350YGwvl We have safeguarding sessions, Attracting & Selecting Volunteers, Risk Assessing, ILM Level 3 Award in Volunteer Management with NICVA & more! #Safeguarding #VolunteerManagement

Our Volunteering Support Officer, Wenda, was delighted to attend and exhibit at ROC Larne’s Community Safety Fair, hosted by First Larne Presbyterian Church, with around 150 people of all ages dropping by. Stay tuned for more great events over the coming months!

Happy Easter! Our offices are now closed over the Easter break - we'll back on Wednesday 8 April 😁 Don't forget that if you're planning to volunteer at the Fleadh in August to apply NOW! 👉 Sign up at https://ow.ly/LkET50YCcCL

Can you identify potential risks in your volunteering roles and projects? Do you know how assess these risks and manage them? Join us to explore these issues & more. 📅 28 April 🕰️ 10am-12pm 📍 Online 👉 https://www.volunteernow.co.uk/course/risk-assessing-volunteers-roles-and-projects-2/cid_0/

We're getting ready to celebrate #VolunteersWeek ... are you? Come along to one of our sessions to share ideas, have some lunch AND pick up FREE merch for your group! Sign up at https://www.volunteernow.co.uk/youre-invited/

If you would like to improve how you involve volunteers & want advice on developing a volunteer policy, as well as how to support & motivate volunteers, this is the course for you! Designed specifically for our sector by Volunteer Now & NICVA. 21 April | 10.30am | Online https://ow.ly/jnyv50Yr8OK

In a busy modern world with so many demands on people's time, it can prove difficult to attract as many new volunteers as we need. Our online workshop on 15 Apr can help you rise to this challenge! Find out more ➡️ https://www.volunteernow.co.uk/course/attracting-and-selecting-volunteers-3/cid_0/

🚨CLOSING TODAY AT 4PM🚨 We're seeking a Training & Development Officer to provide training, information, resources and support on adult safeguarding practice. 👉Find out more https://www.volunteernow.co.uk/about-us/who-we-are/current-vacancies/ #Vacancies #Jobs #WeAreHiring #CharityJobs

Join us for a FREE #safeguarding session covering legal & policy context; values & principles; key definitions; procedures for reporting concerns and more. 📅 1 April ⏲️ 10am-1pm 📍 Online ➡️ https://www.volunteernow.co.uk/course/keeping-adults-safe-recognising-responding-and-reporting/cid_0/

Can you identify potential risks in your volunteering roles and projects? Do you know how assess these risks and manage them? Join us to explore these issues & more. 📅 28 April 🕰️ 10am-12pm 📍 Online 👉 https://www.volunteernow.co.uk/course/risk-assessing-volunteers-roles-and-projects-2/cid_0/