Trading Standards advise retailers how to avoid selling tobacco and NVP (nicotine vaping products) to under-18s through the use of proof age schemes. We put shops to the test on this with the help of young volunteers. Volunteers should be non-smokers, between 16-16 1/2 and have written parental/guardian consent. Volunteers are trained in what to do and say while test purchasing, and are accompanied by a Trading Standards staff-member throughout. They are trained never to lie to shopkeepers but to avoid giving information that may identify them. Volunteers are not asked to test-purchase near to school or home and are free to pull out at any point. All transport, meals and refreshments are provided. We also give volunteers certificates confirming their volunteered hours (including travel and training), and references for college and/or jobs. If they wish, two or more volunteers can travel and train together. Previous volunteers have found the experience enjoyable and worthwhile.

The role is diverse but demanding. You could be doing anything from policing a football match to assisting at a road accident. Special Constables also police major sporting and public events and provide an excellent bridge between the Police Service and the public, representing both the community within the police service and the police service within local communities. Specials come from all walks of life and the role can suit those who are able to commit the time to volunteer alongside their own paid employment. It can also be a way for people to experience the role who are considering it as a future career. You must meet our essential criteria to join and go through the application process. You’ll receive training that is closely aligned to the content of the initial training provided to Probationer Officers, ensuring you are ready to police your streets.

Shetland Women's Aid are looking for women to join us in promoting the safety and wellbeing of women and children in Shetland who are affected by domestic abuse and gender-based violence. SWA is a registered charity funded by local and national grant aid to provide safety planning, counselling, refuge, advice and guidance about housing, finance and legal issues to women. There is also a children and young person's service focused on offering therapy and support to children and young people. The aim for Shetland Women's Aid is 'An equitable society in which women, children and young people are valued participants, able to determine their own future and are free from all forms of abuse.' As a trustee you will be instrumental in helping us realise our vision and mission. Part of your role will be to ensure that our day to day operation fulfils our strategic vision. If you decide to join Shetland Women's Aid, you can make a real difference to the women and children who experience domestic and sexual abuse.

Victim Support Scotland provide practical and emotional support to members of the public who are affected by crime, as well as supporting witnesses who attend court. Victim Support Scotland are currently looking for dedicated volunteers to support Victim’s and Witnesses of crime within the community and within the court settings in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire. Full training will be given, local staff will support throughout and there are opportunities for further training. Our volunteers are asked to give an average of one day a week/fortnight to support individuals affected by crime. This can be within the community supporting through telephone calls, face-to-face office-based appointments or when required home visits. We also support witnesses at court within both Aberdeen Sheriff & High Court buildings and at Peterhead and Banff courts. Our court-based volunteers inform witnesses of the court processes and will also support vulnerable witnesses whilst they give their evidence sometimes with the use of Special Measures. Volunteering with Victim Support Scotland is rewarding and worthwhile, where you can make a real difference, if you feel you are empathetic, non-judgemental and have the time to commit please get in touch. For further information please contact Alison Stewart, Service Delivery Officer on E Mail: witnessservice.Aberdeen-sc@victimsupportsco.org.uk or tel.: 01224 652361.

With a long and impressive history the Special Constabulary is a part-time, volunteer body consisting of officers with similar powers to that of police officers. As a special constable, you'll forge strong partnerships in the community, patrolling our streets, preventing crime and interacting with all kinds of people to help keep your local community safe. Special Constables can act as a positive force for change - bringing with them an extensive pool of skills, talents, experience, local knowledge and diverse backgrounds - as well as enhancing the overall level of service provided by the police. So whatever your walk of life, step forward now and find out how being a Special Constable could be the perfect fit to suit your lifestyle.  

We are a none profit community interest company that is just starting up. We deliver workshops on getting the awareness of FASD (Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder) out to as many people as possible. Professionals, Foster Carers, Adopters, Teachers and family members. This is brain damage and doesn't go away, its a lifelong condition that stays with the baby, child or Adult. We are looking for volunteers to help with a variety of things we need money to help us grow. We need someone to help market our services. We also need volunteers to help with the kid's group. If you think you would be interested in anything of something I haven't messaged I would be interested in your thoughts. We need to build a strong team around us.

Crew is a multi award-winning national charity, based in Edinburgh, at the forefront of tackling new and emerging trends in substance use. Crew seeks to reduce harm from drug use and improve public health working in collaboration with service users and a wide range of local, national and international partners. You will have experience of strategic decision making, management, excellent interpersonal and communication skills. You will have the ability to work collectively and will have a working knowledge and understanding of financial measurements. You will also have the ability to facilitate teamwork, encourage initiative and think creatively. You will be motivated to make things happen. You will have integrity and respect for others and are able to work within Crew’s ethos and values. We ask our Board members to commit to 3 hours each month including 2 hours of meeting time at our offices in Edinburgh and up to one hour’s preparation time. Board members are asked to attend a Board meeting and a sub-committee meeting every 2 months. For more information on this post or to apply, please email: emma@crew2000.org.uk

Children's Panel members are ordinary people like you who have chosen to do something extraordinary. Children's Panel members make decisions about the welfare of vulnerable children and young people and what needs to be done to support and protect children and young people. Being a member of the Children's Panel could change your life, and make a difference to someone else's. Many people join because they want to make a valuable contribution to their community. Others enjoy the skills development that membership of the Children's Panel can bring. Many of the skills that make a good panel member are also highly valued in the workplace such as negotiation, leadership, communication and teamwork. You don't need any formal qualifications. You just need to care. We are now recruiting 550 new panel members to serve across Scotland. Have you got what it takes? BEING A PANEL MEMBER IN ABERDEEN: If you have any queries, or would just like to chat to someone about volunteering in the Children’s Hearings System, please contact the Clerk to the Area Support Team: NAME: Mark Masson EMAIL: mmasson@aberdeencity.gov.uk TEL: 01224 522989 NAME: Cheryl Nevill EMAIL: cnevill@aberdeencity.gov.uk TEL: 01224 522113 For more details and to apply to join the panel in your local area please visit www.childrenspanelscotland.org

Officers at Dundee City Council’s Trading Standards need the help of carefully selected 15-17 year old volunteers to test purchase tobacco products from a variety of retail premises in Dundee. The operation will take part over the course of a day where you will enter retail premises and attempt to purchase a tobacco or vaping product. The volunteer will be trained to carry out the purchase and you will never be expected to lie to get a sale. The aim of the project is to identify traders who are selling tobacco or vapour products to underage people so we can take action to prevent crime and protect the health and wellbeing of young people.

The Youth Radio Network is an online digital platform for young people aged 13 - 25 years old. Our vision is to Teach, Empower and Entertain Young People through the power of music and digital technology. This is an exciting opportunity to join us as we build our digital radio station which is directed and run by young people. We have an ambitious programme that aims to make a difference to communities across the UK by helping young people to develop their skills, interests and employability. We are looking to appoint a volunteer Head of Resources to help build our organisation to the next level including the development and delivery of our volunteer recruitment and operations strategies for The Youth Radio Network.