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On behalf of everyone at Volunteer Now, we'd like to wish you a very Happy Christmas and peaceful New Year! ⛄🎄❄️

We are now closed for the holidays! We hope you have a happy & peaceful Christmas & New Year. We reopen on Monday 5 January 2026. See you all next year!

Join Kate, our Digital Media Assistant. for a FREE session on how we can share our positive volunteering stories, our impact and enhance our social media presence. 📅 21 Jan 26 ⏲️ 10-11.30am 📍 Online ➡️ https://ow.ly/30au50XJtOq

Ask, Learn, Act - Curiosity sparks change. Join us & JoinHer Network for an open DEI conversation sharing lived experiences, turn learning into meaningful action & more. Let’s move from awareness to impact, together. 👉 20 Jan, 10am-12pm, Online https://ow.ly/uMrw50X9B4y

If you work/volunteer with adults at risk & your organisation is in the Northern HSC Trust area, join us for a FREE online course on 15 Jan 2026, 10am-3.30pm. It will raise awareness of risk of harm in adulthood, assist in achieving best practice & more. ➡️ https://ow.ly/xcLV50XJu2t

The United Nations has proclaimed 2026 as the International Year of Volunteers for Sustainable Development, emphasising the vital role of volunteers in achieving sustainability goals. Find out how you or your organisation can get involved or support #IVY2026 on our website https://ow.ly/GRBL50XFzkx

This new FREE EANI funded OCNNI qualification will support Churches & Faith-based organisations to attract, recruit & manage the volunteers who work with & lead children & young people. 📅 14 & 15 Jan 2026 ⏲️ 9.30am-4.30pm 📍 Online ➡️ https://ow.ly/eZrh50XFBvi

If you work/volunteer with adults at risk & your org is in the Southern HSC Trust area, join us for a FREE course on 7 Jan 2026, 10am-4pm in #Portadown. It will raise awareness of risk of harm in adulthood, assist in achieving best practice & more. ➡️ https://ow.ly/5XoI50XFBN3

If you work/volunteer with adults at risk & your org is in the Southern HSC Trust area, join us for a FREE course on 7 Jan 2026, 10am-4pm in #Portadown. It will raise awareness of risk of harm in adulthood, assist in achieving best practice & more. ➡️ https://ow.ly/5XoI50XFBN3

This new FREE EANI funded OCNNI qualification will support Churches & Faith-based organisations to attract, recruit & manage the volunteers who work with & lead children & young people. 📅 14 & 15 Jan 2026 ⏲️ 9.30am-4.30pm 📍 Online ➡️ https://ow.ly/eZrh50XFBvi

The December edition of VConnect is out now! Check your inbox or click the link here to download your copy ▶️ bit.ly/VConnectDec25

🫶 Strong communities are built on connection & shared purpose. This session dives into what it means to belong, lead with purpose & cultivate cultures that empower people to thrive. When we connect, we create lasting change. 18 Dec | 10am-12pm | Online https://ow.ly/Gza650Xpb7T

We all believe our volunteers are happy, but what if we're missing something? What if the small frustrations we don't see are leading to burnout and poor retention? 📅 16 December 2025 ⏲️ 1.15-2.30pm 📍 Online Find out more ➡️ https://ow.ly/hawJ50Xpbi8

🫶 Strong communities are built on connection & shared purpose. This session dives into what it means to belong, lead with purpose & cultivate cultures that empower people to thrive. When we connect, we create lasting change. 18 Dec | 10am-12pm | Online https://ow.ly/Gza650Xpb7T

We all believe our volunteers are happy, but what if we're missing something? What if the small frustrations we don't see are leading to burnout and poor retention? 📅 16 December 2025 ⏲️ 1.15-2.30pm 📍 Online Find out more ➡️ https://ow.ly/hawJ50Xpbi8

🚨WEBSITE UNAVAILABLE🚨 We are launching our new website very soon so unfortunately our current site is unavailable. Thank you for your patience - we can't wait to show you our new site!

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 3hr online workshop on 10 Dec can help you rise to this challenge! Find out more ➡️ https://ow.ly/bRBm50Xpb3W

⏰Applications close today at 4pm‼️ We are seeking a dynamic & skilled Communications Manager with excellent writing, editing, & project management skills. We are also recruiting a Youth Engagement Co-ordinator to promote and develop youth volunteering. ➡️ https://ow.ly/vHJP50X6UKH

Check out the courses we have coming up in December! 👉 https://ow.ly/e6Hi50XxopN We also have On Demand courses you can complete anytime, anywhere! 👉 https://ow.ly/qqQl50XxopO Don't see what you need? Get in touch to see if we can offer it as tailored training.

Join our team! We are seeking a dynamic & skilled Communications Manager with excellent writing, editing, & project management skills. We are also recruiting a Youth Engagement Co-ordinator to promote & develop youth volunteering. All the details and application packs at ➡️ https://ow.ly/vHJP50X6UKH

🫶 Strong communities are built on connection & shared purpose. This session dives into what it means to belong, lead with purpose & cultivate cultures that empower people to thrive. When we connect, we create lasting change. 18 Dec | 10am-12pm | Online https://ow.ly/Gza650Xpb7T

We all believe our volunteers are happy, but what if we're missing something? What if the small frustrations we don't see are leading to burnout and poor retention? 📅 16 December 2025 ⏲️ 1.15-2.30pm 📍 Online Find out more ➡️ https://ow.ly/hawJ50Xpbi8

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 3hr online workshop on 10 Dec can help you rise to this challenge! Find out more ➡️ https://ow.ly/bRBm50Xpb3W

Volunteers matter - are your inductions welcoming, flexible & inclusive? ✅ Online & in-person options ✅ Support & supervision ✅ Recognition Join us on 27 Nov to explore best practice & proactive approaches to volunteer engagement 👉https://ow.ly/Pn9h50XlBXN

Join our half-day FREE session on 28 Nov to explore the 8 adult safeguarding standards from Keeping Adults Safe: A Shared Responsibility. We will consider the procedures & guidelines that need developed in order to implement the standards. ➡️ https://ow.ly/LutI50XlEqg #Omagh

Join our team! We are seeking a dynamic & skilled Communications Manager with excellent writing, editing, & project management skills. We are also recruiting a Youth Engagement Co-ordinator to promote & develop youth volunteering. All the details and application packs at ➡️ https://ow.ly/vHJP50X6UKH

Volunteers matter - are your inductions welcoming, flexible & inclusive? ✅ Online & in-person options ✅ Support & supervision ✅ Recognition Join us on 27 Nov to explore best practice & proactive approaches to volunteer engagement 👉https://ow.ly/Pn9h50XlBXN

✅Leadership begins with listening. Join us on 25 Nov to explore how to create brave spaces where every voice is heard, respected and valued and learn how intentional communication can shape inclusive leadership and inspire others to follow. https://ow.ly/ptSG50XlCVf

How do you ensure a balance between the needs of the volunteer & the organisation? Come away from this session with useful ideas for best practice recruitment, support & supervision activities & more! 📅 25 Nov 2025 🕰️ 10am-12pm 📍 Online 👉 https://ow.ly/hEZE50X3rTQ

Do you know the difference between a volunteer agreement & a contract of employment? Or between an employee & a volunteer? Join us to explore these difference & much more inc legal boundaries & best practice. 📅 20 Nov 🕰️ 10am-12pm 📍 Online ▶️ https://ow.ly/t09O50XgKEv

Join our team! We are seeking a dynamic & skilled Communications Manager with excellent writing, editing, & project management skills. We are also recruiting a Youth Engagement Co-ordinator to promote & develop youth volunteering. All the details and application packs at ➡️ https://ow.ly/vHJP50X6UKH

We all believe our volunteers are happy, but what if we're missing something? What if the small frustrations we don't see are leading to burnout and poor retention? 📅 16 December 2025 ⏲️ 1.15-2.30pm 📍 Online Find out more ➡️ https://ow.ly/hawJ50Xpbi8

It's the little acts of kindness & understanding that truly build peace. 🤝 That’s why the Good Relations Awards 2026 theme is 'The Power of Everyday Peace.' We need your help to find the unsung heroes. Nominate today! http://goodrelationsawards.com #GRAWARDS26 #CommunityRelations #EverydayPeace

🫶 Strong communities are built on connection & shared purpose. This session dives into what it means to belong, lead with purpose & cultivate cultures that empower people to thrive. When we connect, we create lasting change. 18 Dec | 10am-12pm | Online https://ow.ly/Gza650Xpb7T

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 3hr online workshop on 10 Dec can help you rise to this challenge! Find out more ➡️ https://ow.ly/bRBm50Xpb3W

Join us for a short session on 2 Dec aiming to increase awareness of people's lives online in a digital world. Learn how to build digital resilience in young people & adults; increase knowledge about the risks of the online space and more. Book your place here ➡️ https://ow.ly/rWUS50XpaRM

Join us on 1 Dec 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/GtF850XlEA6

Join our half-day FREE session on 28 Nov to explore the 8 adult safeguarding standards from Keeping Adults Safe: A Shared Responsibility. We will consider the procedures & guidelines that need developed in order to implement the standards. ➡️ https://ow.ly/LutI50XlEqg #Omagh

The latest edition of VTraining is out now! Check your inbox or download your copy here 👉 mailchi.mp/volunteernow... We have a FREE VOLT session on 16 Dec - Why your volunteer experience needs a benchmark, a special discount from Time for Impact, Succession Planning, Safeguarding courses...1/2

Volunteers matter - are your inductions welcoming, flexible & inclusive? ✅ Online & in-person options ✅ Support & supervision ✅ Recognition Join us on 27 Nov to explore best practice & proactive approaches to volunteer engagement 👉https://ow.ly/Pn9h50XlBXN

How do you ensure a balance between the needs of the volunteer & the organisation? Come away from this session with useful ideas for best practice recruitment, support & supervision activities & more! 📅 25 Nov 2025 🕰️ 10am-12pm 📍 Online 👉 https://ow.ly/hEZE50X3rTQ

Join us for our AGM! This year we are joined by Stephen Gray, MindWise, who will introduce AI for Volunteer-Involving Organisations. Don't miss this exciting opportunity to explore the future of volunteering! Find out more here ▶️https://ow.ly/xTmU50X93bV

✅Leadership begins with listening. Join us on 25 Nov to explore how to create brave spaces where every voice is heard, respected and valued and learn how intentional communication can shape inclusive leadership and inspire others to follow. https://ow.ly/ptSG50XlCVf

Check out the courses we have coming up in November! 👉 https://ow.ly/abcT50UNKFC We also have On Demand courses you can complete anytime, anywhere! 👉 https://www.volunteernow.co.uk/training/on-demand-courses/ Don't see what you need? Get in touch to see if we can offer it as tailored training.

Do you know the difference between a volunteer agreement & a contract of employment? Or between an employee & a volunteer? Join us to explore these difference & much more inc legal boundaries & best practice. 📅 20 Nov 🕰️ 10am-12pm 📍 Online ▶️ https://ow.ly/t09O50XgKEv

Join us online on 12 Nov, 10am-1pm for a refresher training course, aimed at those planning & managing services/activities for children & adults. It covers legal & policy context, dealing with disclosure, safe recruitment & selection & more. ➡️ https://ow.ly/pRIL50XgKAg

If you work/volunteer with adults at risk & your org is in the South Eastern Health and Social Care Trust area, join us for a FREE course on 12 Nov, 10am-4pm in Lisburn. It will raise awareness of risk of harm in adulthood, assist in achieving best practice & more. ➡️ https://ow.ly/eLwm50XgK0K

Leading & managing volunteers can be very fulfilling but also comes with challenges. This is where succession planning comes to the rescue! Find out more at this FREE short session: 📅 11 Nov 🕰️ 10am-12pm 📍 Online 👉 https://ow.ly/nalJ50Xe3ow For groups in the Belfast City Council area

Demonstrating the contribution volunteers can make to your cause is vital, especially if you want to secure funding. Find out more at this free online session on 6 Nov from 10am-1pm 👉 https://ow.ly/UYSG50Xe4MM This session is for groups or orgs in the @belfastcc.bsky.social area only.