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Community Awareness Volunteer

  • VO83329

Description

In June 2019 Heart Research UK launched the Heart of Scotland Appeal, 48 people a day in Scotland die of heart disease. The heart of Scotland Appeal is to raise money to be spent in Scotland funding cutting edge research projects. The Heart of Scotland Appeal is calling you to help us spread the word in your communities. We are looking for people who will help us flyer at hospitals, GP's, community groups etc. We are also looking for research volunteer to help us reach out to online communities.

Organisation aims and objectives

Heart Research UK is a visionary chrity, which leads the way funding groud breaking and innovative medical research projects at the cutting edge of science into the prevention and cure of heart disease. There is a strong emphasis on supporting clinical and surgical projects and young researchers on their first steps into research. The charity also encourages and supports original healthy lifestyles initiatives that explore novel ways of preventing heart disease in all sectors of the community.

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Restrictions

Experience required: Time management Communication Personable Flexible
Travel details: This volunteering opportunity is flexible to your geographical location, availability and capabilities. It can be done from a computer at home or in a library or around you local neighbourhood.
Minimum age: 18

Support

Expenses paid: Yes
Expenses details: Expenses provided.
Training details: Induction will be an informal chat about the organisation and the Appeal. We will look at the outcome you are hoping to get from volunteering and create a work plan that suits both the organisation and the needs of the volunteer. Training will be given as and when it is required.
Support: Wheelchair Access/Disabled Access Toilet

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