07/06/2026
Thank you to our Employment & Training manager, Tracey, for sharing her journey from volunteer to manager, with the DRC!
"At 28, I was told I might never work again because of my disability. After always being in work, this had a huge impact on my confidence and mental health.
When my work coach suggested DRC, I thought, βWhat have I got to lose?β That decision changed my life.
I started volunteering in Job Club one day a week, supporting people into training, volunteering and employment. Seeing the difference I could make rebuilt my confidence and reminded me of the skills I still had.
Over time, volunteering led to a paid role, then senior advisor, and today Iβm proud to be DRCβs Employment & Training Manager β 17 years later.
Someone believed in me when I needed it most, and it gave me a new lease of life."
Volunteering can open so many avenues for you as well π
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