Volunteers have a key role in the delivery of many services to Scotland’s population at all life-stages, as well as supporting community connection and conserving Scotland’s natural, historical, and cultural assets. Many voluntary and public sector organisations are reliant on the contribution of volunteers to support their work, whilst the vibrancy of local communities is […]
About this Framework This Framework was developed over 2018 by the Scottish Government jointly with partners from the volunteer and community sector, local government and NHS, with academics and social researchers, and with volunteers. The objective of the Framework is to: For more information and to read the full policy, please click here
The Funds purpose is to build & develop capacity within the community to support the mental health and wellbeing of individuals. It aims to help tackle the impact of social isolation & inequalities made worse by the pandemic & more recently by the cost-of-living crisis. The Third Sector Interface Western Isles are administrating this year’s
Book now to join our last Interactive Learning Bites of 2022 and continue your learning journey. These 2 hour online sessions, covering a range of topics, will refresh your volunteer practice knowledge, update you on best practice in volunteer engagement, give you the opportunity to learn and discuss with experienced trainers, as well as other volunteer
Invitation to a meeting with Members of the NZET Committee – Tuesday 29th November The Scottish Parliament’s ‘Net Zero, Energy and Transport’ Committee is currently undertaking an inquiry into ‘A Modern and Sustainable Ferry Service for Scotland’, having regard in particular to the long-term sustainability of island communities. As part of this ongoing inquiry work, the
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Learn North Events Monday 31st October – Friday 4th November Free Training Opportunities Standards Council I-develop link to full programme: Click Here There are a range of training workshops open to staff and volunteers across the Western Isles next week. Please see the attached document or click on the links for more information. Learn North
Our September 2022 Newsletter is now available to read. Click on the link below to see the newsletter in full as a PDF. We hope that you find this new, bright format informative and helpful. Please do let us know if there is anything you would like to see included.
Want to try Volunteering? Not sure what might be right for you? Have a look at our latest Volunteering Opportunities or get in contact to find out how you could make a difference.
The 2022 Annual Report for the Volunteer Centre Western Isles is now available.
Book now and continue your learning journey with our Interactive Learning Bites. These two hour online sessions cover a range of topics and are a great refresher of best practice in volunteer engagement. FIND OUT MORE AND BOOK HERE START BOOKING NOW Contact Us via email here.
