The Poverty and Inequality Commission wants to understand the experiences of local community organisations that are currently providing emergency food aid in Scotland. Please complete the survey, “Local Action in Scotland to Tackle Food Insecurity During the Coronavirus Crisis”. We are keen to ensure that experiences in the Western Isles are shared in this national […]
Police Scotland have some important advice regarding any volunteering done during this time-check out the link below for info! https://www.volunteerscotland.net/…/police-scotland-advic…/…
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The current lockdown has given many of us the opportunity to pause, reflect and evaluate our relationships – both with ourselves and others. Post-COVID-19, what do you want your relationships to look like? In your team, your organisation and with others in the third sector? Taking some time with an experienced coach and social enterprise leader to
If you are involved in a community group or organisation as part of the COVID-19 volunteer response, we can support you to support your volunteers. Part of our service to groups over the last couple of week has been to provide some ‘off the shelf’ sample policies that they can adapt to their needs. Please
Please click below for the latest Volunteer Centre Western Isles Newsletter with COVID-19 updates and info for volunteer involving organisations https://mailchi.mp/710ff832c98f/covid-19-volunteer-information-update
It is crucial that all staff and volunteers working in the sector follow the current government advice to stay at home wherever possible and strictly limit face-to-face contact. Only services which are essential should be provided in communities.
We have put together the following FAQ page to help people who want to help out during the current Covid-19 pandemic.
COVID-19 – what volunteers and organisations should know Volunteer Centre Western Isles is working closely with its Third Sector Interface partners and the wider 3rd sectors to support the response to COVID-19. We have 4offices across the Western Isles in Lewis, Harris, Uist and Barra where staff can assist you if you contact our area
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Walk the Hebridean Way and Volunteer at the same time! Simply record the wildlife that you see as you walk on this unique long distance path in the Outer Hebrides. Whether you walk the path regularly or as a one-off, we are interested in hearing about what you see. Contact the Volunteer Centre for more details.
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YAP Challenge Fund 2020 | Spirit of 2012 The Spirit of 2012 Youth Advisory Panel (YAP) today launches a new Challenge Fund, calling for applications from organisations working in coastal communities to improve wellbeing, reduce loneliness and create intergenerational connections through arts activities. www.spiritof2012.org.uk https://www.spiritof2012.org.uk/yap-challenge-fund-2020
