Online group sessions are a great way to support and involve people during isolation. If you have your computer or even your smartphone you already have all of the tools you need to make a video, or to engage in a live video conversation with others. The Whiteinch Centre is a community organisation that works with a diverse range of individuals in the West of Glasgow. We offer a range of educational and recreational groups for people of all ages and create an inclusive environment that strengthens positive relationships with the local community, bringing new perspectives and encouraging people from all walks of life to use our services. A key aim of our group is to empower and support online group work through offering a sociable, friendly environment where women can gain confidence through learning new skills, meeting new people and discussing issues relevant to their lives and experience. In this role, you will - • Facilitate weekly group sessions for women using video and conference software • Improve social inclusion & confidence building for women in the home • Offer a structured activity where possible providing health tips, relaxation, creative sessions and so on. Volunteering is a fantastic way to gain skills and experience and it couldn't be easier to get involved! This role is home-based and can take place at any time so it's really flexible to suit you. We are open to ideas and would be happy to chat with you over the phone or skype/zoom to discuss this further. If you are interested in this role, please click the ‘apply’ button below (available when logged in and registered). You can also contact the coordinator directly via the email provided below. Please be patient, due to increased service demand coordinators may take slightly longer to get back to you.

We are looking for people to provide a 'kindness call' to help people have social contact to reduce social isolation and lonliness; this can be done through our new telephone check in service, text message or facetime call to our Peer Group membership or Rehabilitation Support Service Users. This role could also entail doing some shopping, dog walking or collecting medication where it is safe to do so, in compliance with current offical guidance. Please note that you would only be able to take on these extra duties if you are not classed in the vulnerable category (anyone recommended to receive a flu jag).

Provide a listening-ear to helpline users; Participate in quality monitoring by logging calls received; Record service-user feedback; Undergo initial training in Pain Concern’s listening skills and pain management; Participate in on-going training and development; Adhere to helpline policies and procedures. Initial training must be completed before starting. Initial training (8-12 weeks) will be by distance learning using video and telephone conferencing, as well as home-based study.

With the support of Volunteer Centre Borders, you could plan projects, support young people in having a voice in the Third Sector, help local charities, help those isolated by planning activities they could take part in, share a skill online, encourage your peers to informally volunteer, promote the Saltire awards scheme...all with benefits to get training and various awards along the way! This is open to anyone from 8 - 25 years of age. This role is designed to encourage young people in the Scottish Borders to get involved in volunteering and to help their communities and their peers despite the social restrictions we are currently facing. We will be encouraging each ambassador to take the lead in the way they want to capture volunteering – do they want to encourage young people to do a virtual fundraiser (bake together and raise money), do they want to make a moving video to put on Volunteer Centre Borders YouTube channel to show the positive stories of their community etc. There is so much an Online Volunteering Ambassador could do. We are looking for 2/3 Ambassador for each area of the Borders and we need you now!

We are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to inspire the people of Aberdeen about Greyhope Bay and our plans for a new marine experience centre that will connect the city to our marine world! As part of this we are seeking a tactical Social Media Marketing Officer(s) to come and join our close-knit team and help get the word out about Greyhope Bay and our exciting plans for Aberdeen. This role will involve: *implementing online and offline marketing campaigns that drive engagement with Greyhope Bay across our social media channels. *Manage social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, MailChimp and Instagram) for marketing Greyhope Bay activity, fundraiser and events. * Ad-hoc administration An ideal opportunity to gain fantastic work experience and meet new people whilst contributing towards an exciting and innovative project for Aberdeen. For further information please contact Fiona McIntyre at email: fiona.mcintyre@greyhopebay.org.uk or Tel: 07531826302 or visit https://spark.adobe.com/page/ZT0ryLNHocglw/

Four Pillars is a Grampian only based LGBT+ Charity that looks after the community in relation to their mental, emotional, physical and sexual health. As a volunteer you will be at the heart of this unique service that looks to work with individuals on reducing risky sexual behaviour and STI/HIV transmissions whilst protecting the whole person. There are many different roles within Four Pillars and what kind of role you play is entirely up to you and your skills. For more information please contact Deejay Bullock at E Mail: deejay@fourpillarsuk.org or tel.: 01224 211963.

Digital Helpline Volunteers are a national team of volunteers who assist our Helpline by offering support to sufferers and parents/carers/partners/friends of sufferers of eating disorders such as Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa, Binge Eating Disorder, ARFID and OSFED. Helping people of all ages and backgrounds, you will be responding to emails from service users, web chats, and facilitating our nightly online support groups. The role is remote, so you can work from the comfort of your own home

*Who We Are: UKFCP Third Party Support Centre is established in March 2020 for the fight against Coronavirus COVID-19. We aim to ensure a safer community for Chinese people with great passion and dedication. We are now at the very CRUCIAL stage and we are looking for talents who could provide help for our community in your area and willing to address issues for the people in need. Be part of us! https://www.ukfcp.com/ukfcp-support-centre *How to Apply Your Talents: - Get more exposure for Support Centre and promote 30 Community Projects. - Generate digital content to raise general public awareness of our support centre work and engage our stakeholders we work with – from clients to volunteers and local organisations - Liaise with local media (UK and Europe) and communities to promote Support Centre services and cover more stories - Develop and manage social media to reach more audiences, help them become more accessible to our services and attract more potential professionals and volunteers *Benefits: - Volunteerfrom home, with an energetic and creative team - Networking with Chinese professionals in the UK A fantastic opportunity to help with all volunteer assistance greatly appreciated. For further details please contact Josephine Hua, Admin Assistant at email supportcentre@ukfcp.com or tel.: 07497348182.

Interacting with online members leaving feedback on the arts they create in a positive constructive way. Having a creative, musical, positive and constructive approach will be required. Mentoring will be provided. Spread your wings and come fly with us.

The 70/30 Campaign is aiming to reduce child abuse and neglect by 70% by 2030. As a 70/30 Ambassador you will be empowering your local community to protect our children by spreading awareness and gaining support to prevent child abuse and neglect from happening in the first place. You will gain new skills, and be part of a large network of volunteers and professionals, while making a real difference in your local community and across the UK. The role is very flexible and depends on your skills and on the needs in your local area, but you can take part in a range of activities, such as: spreading awareness with people you know and on social media; fundraising; organising events; engaging with MPs, MSPs, AMs and councillors; engaging with local press; expanding your local 70/30 group. Ambassadors will take part in a training session with a member of the team and are invited to join the monthly national conference call with other ambassadors across the country. Ambassadors usually give 2 or more hours of their time a week, but get in touch if you are interested and don't have much time available as there is always some way you can help! Please visit our website and complete the form to become an ambassador today at www.70-30.org.uk or contact Isobel Dawson, 70/30 Ambassador Aberdeen at E Mail: idawson@wavetrust.org