VSB North Down & ARDS
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The volunteer Centre in North Down & Ards is an integral part of the local infrastructure encouraging community participation and active citizenship.
- North Down and Ards Volunteering Study - click to download
- Volunteering for Women - click to download
North Down & Ards Volunteer Centre
The North Down & Ards opened a full time office in Bangor town centre in April 2005. We act as a bridge to those who wish to become actively involved in the community and supports partner agencies who wish to avail of the support of volunteers.
Our work includes:
- Recruit, support and train volunteers
- Initiate, develop and support volunteering opportunities
- Provides support and best practice advice to local voluntary and community groups
We assist individuals to find voluntary placements with local charities, voluntary organisations and community groups. Anyone can volunteer, whether you have can spare one hour a week or a few days a week - any time you give can make a huge difference!
Volunteering is a useful way to keep occupied, meet new friends and have fun! You can volunteer to make use of your work skills, take up something you have as a hobby, or learn new skills. Volunteering looks good on your CV and job application forms to potential employers and does not effect your existing benefits.
There are over 500 volunteers registered with us Placements range from environmental work, sorting donations in charity shops, and assisting individuals with brain injury regain conversation skills and volunteer driving.
A quarterly Newssheet is sent to volunteers and partner agencies and includes articles on good practice, training and funding opportunities, local events and volunteer vacancies. If you would like to register with VSB, please sign up.
