Tullibody Community Garden was part of Tullibody Health Living; in February 2021 we became a charity in our own right. What are they about? Gardening for health and wellbeing about sums it up! Their charitable aims are: To advance physical and mental health by supporting people to cook and eat healthy, grown produce; through physical and purposeful activity; and by bringing people together in these activities. To advance community development by provision of a community garden space and encouraging voluntary and social activity, based on an inclusive and mutually supportive approach. To advance education by providing training events and courses in gardening, healthy eating, and environmental activities; and supporting local schools to be active in these areas. To advance environmental improvement by adopting and promoting sustainable practices and encouraging wildlife. For the garden , seed planting , weeding, digging, taking care of vegtable beds, fruit cage, orchard and wildflower beds and pond. Using some garden equipment. You will work alongside other volunteers, there is always a lead volunteer who will support and teach you whatever you need to know to undertake the tasks that are needing done at each session. At the moment the garden is open on a Tuesday and Wednesday between 10am and 2pm, plans are taking place to expands the openings to weekends/and or evenings. It will depend on how many volunteers are in place. We have a buddy system so you will always have someone to check with and help you along the way. CONTACT Phone: 07450 230771 Email: communitygardentullibody@gmail.com

Forth Environment Link and Sustrans are calling for anyone with an interest in promoting active travel in communities across Scotland to form the organising committee of a new Active Travel Network for Scotland. This is an opportunity to help shape the network as it develops, supporting community action to change how we travel, address health and social inequalities and combat climate change through changing transport behaviours. This role will entail: Helping to shape the constitution and legal framework for the Active Travel Network Taking over management and maintenance of a new website, including member discussion spaces. (https://activetravelnetwork.scot/ the site is currently under development) Administering the network Liaising with Forth Environment Link to deliver member webinars throughout 2023-24 Making decisions on how the network develops in future, with input from members. This could mean, just running the website, or could include things like applying for funding for ongoing/additional member events and other activities such as cross organisational site visits or other activities members express interest in. Board members also have a responsibility to: Act in the best interest of the organisation and it's members Manage any finances responsibly Develop vision, strategies and planning, Establishing any necessary policies and procedures Managing Risks Establishing systems for monitoring and reporting. More information on what is involved in becoming a board member can be found on the SCVO website here: https://scvo.scot/support/running-your-organisation/governance/roles-responsibilities The next Active Travel Network meeting of existing members is due to take place online on the 6th July 2pm-4pm. This will include a section on the development of the network as an independent organisation. If you are not a current member, and would like to join the network and/or attend the meeting to find out more about this opportunity, please contact us to be added to the invite list. Background: Forth Environment Link and Sustrans have been building an active travel* network over the last few years. This originally began as an active travel hubs network. It provided a way for community active travel hubs to share information and learning. Since then the network has grown to include people working and volunteering in communities, student unions and higher education institutions, local authorities and community health services. We are now in a position where neither Sustrans nor Forth Environment Link has capacity to provide the services network members are asking for, and so have decided to open this out to members to take forward as an independent organisation. *Active Travel is a term used to describe travelling by human powered means, such as walking, wheeling or cycling with or without mobility aids such as wheelchairs. This generally includes power chairs and things like scooters and skateboards, as well as people walking with buggies or prams.

LOCATION Forthbank Recycling Centre, Alloa (Donation Station) WHAT'S INVOLVED? Recycling Sorters play a pivotal role in saving valuable items from landfill. Alloa Community Enterprise (ACE) is currently looking for volunteers to identify and sort salvageable items at our Donation Station based at the local recycling centre in Forthbank, Alloa. The role involves identifying and sorting, recyclable materials which can be sold or recycled as is at our local retail outlet at the Hub, the Whins, Alloa. RESPONSIBILITIES · Identify and remove non-recyclable materials. · Sort recyclable materials into the storage area. · Ensure compliance with safety procedures and regulations. · Keep work area clean and organised. · Communicate with team members to optimise efficiency. · Report any issues to supervisor. REQUIREMENTS · Physical stamina and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. · Attention to detail and the ability to identify different types of recyclable materials. · Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team and follow instructions from supervisors. · Willingness to work in various weather conditions. · Basic math skills for calculating weights and measurements. · Good communication skills to enable interaction with members of the public. · Familiarity with safety procedures and equipment for handling hazardous materials. · Willingness to work flexible hours as needed. THIS ROLE WILL SUIT SOMEONE WHO · Is friendly, reliable and hardworking and can communicate effectively with staff, volunteers and members of the public and engage with people of all ages, races, cultures and abilities. · Is reliable, confident, and a responsible individual, with enthusiasm. · Can cope with duties and responsibilities of the role. · Has a patient and approachable manner. · Can follow instructions and guidelines. · Is interested in reuse and saving valuable items from landfill. All volunteers will be expected to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) which will be provided. An Induction and training for this role will be carried out by Clackmannanshire Council.

As part of Greener Kirkcaldy’s Communities Connected Project, they are looking for volunteer walk leaders. Their walks inspire people to reduce their carbon emissions by driving less and walking more, and are easy and sociable. Walk leaders lead and support short walks in the Kirkcaldy area to encourage people to come together and keep active. A small amount of preparation is sometimes required for the walk, alongside the Sessional Walk Leader. If you can give around two hours per month, enjoy walking, and would like to help people to explore the Kirkcaldy area, this could be the role for you.

We are running our usual 1st Saturday Beach Clean at Monifieth. Litter picker, bin bag holders and bags are available. All are welcome but children aged 16 and under need to be accompaied by a responsible adult.

At Key we support disabled people of all ages throughout Scotland. We believe that good support is essential for a good life and we work alongside each person we support, and their family, to help them live life to the full. People we support are actively involved in everything we do through our strong partnership with TAG (The Advisory Group) - a Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation run by disabled people. TAG supports people to play a central role, alongside our Board of Directors, in shaping the strategic direction of the organisation and ensuring the quality of our services. We are looking to develop our range of group and workshop activities within in our central Ayr hub and our supported accommodation project. We are looking to recruit volunteers who are willing to share their skills, knowledge and talents with the people who use our services. Main duties: Together we will identify the skills and interests of volunteer group facilitators; to develop a programme of activities for people we support; so they can benefit from volunteer led group sessions to try/ find out more about/develop new skills and activities, build confidence and reduce social isolation. Group sessions will be co facilitated by volunteer(s) and a member of staff.

We have opportunities for you to help staff and long term volunteers on Handa by meeting the ferry, helping visitors onto the island, giving a short introductory talk including health & safety matters then ensuring all visitors are off the island at the end of the day. There may be the opportunity to undertake other practical or survey tasks if time allows, plus you will be required to help out with usual domestic duties that are required from living in a communal environment. We are looking for 2 volunteers each month between April – August (10 in total)

This is an exciting and varied opportunity to live and work on this wonderful remote island. Work with our Handa Ranger staff undertaking a wide range of different tasks including seabird monitoring (kittiwakes, fulmars, guillemots, razorbills), practical work, landing and meeting visitors. What we are looking for: Experience of communal living ideally in a remote setting Someone who ‘wears well’ with others. The role requires a good level of health and fitness and a sense of humour Some fieldwork experience useful Self motivated & willingness to be flexible What you will get in return: A great work environment with fantastic views A great staff and volunteer team An unforgettable experience that is great for your CV Free onsite accommodation and subsistence allowance

Colourful Carnoustie is a group of volunteers who develop and maintain the floral ‘look’ of the town by providing and maintaining hanging baskets, cascades, planters, train station tubs, and other projects that help to brighten up Carnoustie, especially during the summer months. We work with local schools and organisations and are dedicated to improving the environment that we live in and in involving all sections of the community. In 2015, 2016 and 2018 Carnoustie won gold awards in the Beautiful Scotland competition. After the 2018 Open Golf ended the R&A invited bids for participation in The Open Legacy Fund. We were successful and have been awarded money, principally to upgrade the so-called Rest Garden, opposite the Leisure Centre, plus other projects Carnoustie to Barry is a long town, as I am sure you know. Slowly but surely we have managed to move both east and west from the town centre, with summer hanging baskets and other projects. If you haven’t seen the work done at the start of the cycle path as you leave Carnoustie to East Haven, or at the Dibble Tree, to name just two examples, do have a look. As always we need Help! Help of any kind is much appreciated, whether in providing ideas, helping with projects, an hour or two of planting up or weeding, taking responsibility for watering one or some planters or fund-raising.

Fancy making a difference? We are run entirely by volunteers who give up their own time to help us. There are two main types of volunteers: the uniformed Leaders and the Executive Committee. We help volunteers get the most out of their experiences by providing opportunities for adventure, training, fun and friendship. The Scout Association award-winning training scheme for volunteers means that adults get as much from Scouts as young people. The approach focuses on what you want to get out of volunteering with Scouts, while respecting how much time you can offer. Over 90% of Scout volunteers say that their skills and experiences have been useful in their work or personal life. In Scouting, our adults have a responsibility to make sure that the Programme is fun and exciting. We must also make sure that it is safe. The Scout Association’s policies, rules, code of behaviour, advice on Child Protection and safety policy are there to ensure our young people stay safe while they enjoy themselves and learn. Volunteering for Scouting is one of the most fun, rewarding and positive things you can ever do. You can give as much or a little time you like and we will match opportunities that fit your skills and time available. If you would like to have fun and make friends, earn professional qualifications and make a real difference to the lives of young people please volunteer with us.