Inclusive Volunteering

This is an ‘in-house’ training option, designed for those within an organisation who are responsible for the volunteer management function, with a remit to develop the diversity of volunteers that support the work of their organisation.

They will be looking to engage their community more fully in their activities, with a particular focus on ‘hard-to-reach groups.

This programme was patrt of the European of the Year 2011 (EYV11)

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Course information

The programme aims to develop the ability and confidence of participants to engage with hard-to-reach volunteers, and to develop participant’s knowledge of the specific needs of the various groups

Inclusive Volunteering consists of a series of workshops that allow candidates to consider a range of key issues related to engaging with ‘hard-to-reach’ groups.

What people have said about this programme

I found both courses I attended very inspiring and would love to attend more.

Really enjoyed the day and the opportunity to discuss issues

Very good presenters, paces and relevance to range of audience needs

Very good workshop, lots of ideas to take away and to work on

One of the best workshops I have been to in a while. Excellently delivered, paced, structured and had a nice combination of interaction

Another great workshop. Again, I have come away with ideas of how to improve our volunteering opportunities and make them better for people with mental health needs

For whom it is suitable

All those looking to engage hard-to-reach groups within their community more fully in their activities, and who wish to develop good practice, that is quality assured and recognised by the Institute of Leadership and Management.

List of topics

Engaging and supporting disabled volunteers
Supporting volunteers with mental health needs
Engaging ex-offenders as volunteers
Engaging homeless people as volunteers
Engaging unemployed people as volunteers
Engaging young people as volunteers
Employer supported volunteering
Using social media to reach volunteers
Managing risks that inclusive volunteering bring
Managing changes that inclusive volunteering bring
Equalities and volunteering

Delivery and duration

Discussions and workshops led by approved Attend Academy tutors supported by ‘expert’ guest speakers, incorporating case studies, group and individual exercises.

All courses are 1-day workshops that involve discussion-based activities, tailored to the delegates own situation.

What is included: