Volunteer Scotland

Volunteer Scotland Thousands of volunteering opportunities are available at www.volunteerscotland.org.uk This page is for Scotland's volunteers.

Here we will recognise and celebrate the difference you make. We will provide information and support to make your volunteering a positive experience.

🎉 Knowledge Gateway on Tour! Rosie is out at the Disability Equality Scotland Access Panel Network Conference: Community...
17/06/2026

🎉 Knowledge Gateway on Tour! Rosie is out at the Disability Equality Scotland Access Panel Network Conference: Community, Connection and Collaboration talking all things Knowledge Gateway.

It’s a great opportunity to connect, share ideas, and explore the Knowledge Gateway. If you’re at the conference, come and say hello - we’d love to chat about all things Knowledge Gateway! 👋

You can explore the Knowledge Gateway here: https://www.volunteerscotland.net/knowledge-gateway

If you work with volunteers, you’ll love The Knowledge Gateway. It brings together expert guidance, sector tools, traini...
17/06/2026

If you work with volunteers, you’ll love The Knowledge Gateway. It brings together expert guidance, sector tools, training opportunities, and best practice resources to help you deliver high quality volunteering experiences. Find everything you need in one easy to navigate space.
➡️Explore the Knowledge Gateway: https://ow.ly/WlF750Z9SOf

Do you support volunteer development? Become a Trusted Partner. Volunteer Scotland is actively growing the Trusted Partn...
16/06/2026

Do you support volunteer development? Become a Trusted Partner. Volunteer Scotland is actively growing the Trusted Partners scheme within the Knowledge Gateway. We’re seeking partners across areas such as:
▪️Design and marketing
▪️Event management
▪️Governance, legal and HR
▪️Health and wellbeing
▪️Equipment and operational services
Being a Trusted Partner helps showcase your services to organisations across Scotland’s volunteering sector. Book a Trusted Partner discovery call to find out more: https://ow.ly/5HJF50Z9SXV

Great ESV doesn’t happen by accident – it’s built on quality and commitment.The National ESV Framework supports organisa...
15/06/2026

Great ESV doesn’t happen by accident – it’s built on quality and commitment.
The National ESV Framework supports organisations to:
âś… Embed principles and quality standards for safe, inclusive volunteering
âś… Strengthen impact for communities and staff
âś… Publicly commit through the Employer Supported Volunteering Pledge
If you want your ESV programme to be meaningful, well managed and credible, this guidance is essential. Take a look and see how your organisation can lead by example. https://ow.ly/9f2z50Z9SiA

Still time to book! đź“Ł 'Is Flexibility the Answer? Rethinking Volunteering in a Changing Context'đź“…Tues, 23rd June 2026đź•’10...
15/06/2026

Still time to book! đź“Ł 'Is Flexibility the Answer? Rethinking Volunteering in a Changing Context'
đź“…Tues, 23rd June 2026
đź•’10am - 4pm
đź“ŤVolunteer Scotland, Jubilee House, Stirling
🗣️Speaker: VS Trusted Partner Rob Jackson Consulting Ltd
ℹ️ This interactive, in‑person event brings together volunteer engagement professionals to explore current trends in volunteering, share learning on flexible approaches, and rethink how volunteer roles are designed. Through expert input, discussion, and peer‑to‑peer exchange, participants will gain practical insights and leave with ideas they can apply in their own organisations. Ideal for anyone involved in supporting, managing or developing volunteer opportunities.

đź”—Book your space here: https://www.volunteerscotland.net/event/is-flexibility-the-answer-rethinking-volunteering-in-a-changing-context

No two volunteer programmes are the same – your support shouldn’t be either.Available through our Knowledge Gateway, the...
12/06/2026

No two volunteer programmes are the same – your support shouldn’t be either.
Available through our Knowledge Gateway, the Bespoke Support and Development Service covers the full volunteer journey, including:
🔹 Recruitment and onboarding
🔹 Volunteer management and support
🔹 Inclusion and accessibility
🔹 Impact measurement and evaluation
🔹 Strategy development
Whether you’re reviewing current practice or planning for growth, support is shaped around what matters most to you. Explore tailored volunteer support in the Knowledge Gateway: https://ow.ly/Kw5B50Z9Sc8

Volunteers’ Week is powered by you, and we want to hear from you! Help us grow and improve the campaign by sharing your ...
12/06/2026

Volunteers’ Week is powered by you, and we want to hear from you! Help us grow and improve the campaign by sharing your ideas and experiences.
It only takes a few minutes, but your input can make a big impact.
👉 https://bit.ly/VWSurvey26
🗓️ Survey closes 30th June

Looking for practical guidance on Employer Supported Volunteering? We’ve built it for you.The National ESV Framework inc...
11/06/2026

Looking for practical guidance on Employer Supported Volunteering? We’ve built it for you.
The National ESV Framework includes dedicated toolboxes for:
🧰Employers: develop and manage effective ESV programmes
🧰Employees – understand your options and make the most of your volunteering hours
🧰Volunteer Involving Organisations – host employee volunteers and build strong partnerships

Each toolbox brings together research, real examples and practical templates to support high quality ESV at every stage. Access the ESV Toolboxes via the Knowledge Gateway: https://ow.ly/mmcP50Z9StW

Still time to book your place for our 'Is Flexibility the Answer? Rethinking Volunteering in a Changing Context' event. ...
11/06/2026

Still time to book your place for our 'Is Flexibility the Answer? Rethinking Volunteering in a Changing Context' event. Book here: https://ow.ly/H1eA50Z9MWp

đź“…Tues, 23rd June 2026
đź•’10am - 4pm
đź“ŤVolunteer Scotland, Jubilee House, Stirling
🗣️Speaker: VS Trusted Partner Rob Jackson Consulting Ltd
ℹ️ This interactive, in‑person event brings together volunteer engagement professionals to explore current trends in volunteering, share learning on flexible approaches, and rethink how volunteer roles are designed. Through expert input, discussion, and peer‑to‑peer exchange, participants will gain practical insights and leave with ideas they can apply in their own organisations. Ideal for anyone involved in supporting, managing or developing volunteer opportunities.

đź”—Book your space here: https://ow.ly/H1eA50Z9MWp

Note: Tickets are available to purchase, and we’re also offering free places for volunteer practitioners who support and coordinate volunteers in an unpaid role. Use code FREE when booking.

Practical guidance you can use every day.From best practice templates to inclusion, safeguarding and impact tools, the P...
10/06/2026

Practical guidance you can use every day.
From best practice templates to inclusion, safeguarding and impact tools, the Practice Guidance & Information section brings together the support organisations need to deliver positive, inclusive and effective volunteering.
Explore Practice Guidance & Information in Volunteer Scotland’s Knowledge Gateway. https://www.volunteerscotland.net/knowledge-gateway/practice-guidance-information

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Jubilee House, Forthside Way
Stirling
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