Provide emotional support to anyone who has been affected by crime and asb through use of counselling skills, needs assessments and Individual support plans to help people normalise their situation. To provide information on the criminal justice system to those who have become involved with the police through no fault of their own and have no idea of what happens next. To assist people to claim for Criminal Injuries Compensation for serious injury, completion of Victim Impact Statements and sign posting to other agencies.

Grampian Women’s Aid Board of Trustees is responsible for setting the strategic direction, ensuring that the charity complies with all its legal and regulatory requirements and that the charity’s governance is of the highest possible standard. The diversity of the Board is currently reflected with representation from all sectors including voluntary management, legal, HR and equality and diversity professionals. An exciting opportunity has arisen within Grampian Women’s Aid for a woman who has flair and passion for the movement and finance. We require a woman who has a background in finance to be Treasurer on our Board of Trustees. An interest in the Women’s Aid movement and a commitment to our ethos is essential. Women only need apply (as this post is covered by a Genuine Occupational Requirement (Schedule 9; Equality Act 2010)). See website: www.grampianwomensaid.com Excellent training and support is provided -induction will include visits to refuge locations, meet with staff members, induction training with Scottish Womens Aid, Dynamics of Domestic abuse training, and meet with the auditors. Constant training and support will also be offered. A fantastic opportunity to join our Board of Trustees and help make a real difference in our vital work. For more information please contact Alison Hay, Manager, E Mail: alison.hay@grampianwomensaid.com or tel.: 01224 593381.

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.

Wellbeing Scotland (formerly Open Secret) provide confidential counselling and support to individuals and families whose wellbeing have been impacted by adverse childhood experiences. We were set up in 1994 and we support children and adults and our Open Secret service offers specialist support for survivors of childhood abuse and trauma. To ensure we continue to reach as many survivors as possible and offer them the support that is right for them, we need to increase our independently generated income, and a large part of this will come through our community fundraising. There are several opportunities available within our fundraising activities, including: • co-ordinating a fundraising group in your local community; • helping with local community events such as gala days/fetes, supermarket collections/bag packs • helping organise larger fundraising events • collection can co-ordinator – approaching local businesses to site cans in their premises and keeping in regular contact with businesses who support us to arrange uplift and replacement of cans • Admin Support – help us with marketing and administration of all our organised events To carry out this role, we are looking for people with a genuine interest in raising awareness of the impact childhood abuse has on individuals. You must also: - Be comfortable speaking to members of the public - Have an ability to encourage and inspire others to support the cause - Have good communication skills - Knowledge of your local area Any volunteers under the age of 16 would have to be accompanied by an adult We welcome volunteers from all backgrounds. Due to cash handling responsibilities volunteers would need to undergo a Disclosure Scotland Enhanced Disclosure check. Volunteers are given induction training which covers organisational beliefs, values, policies and procedures, fundraising activities and relative policies and procedures and hopes and expectations for volunteer and organisation. Ongoing training is provided as identified by volunteers and regular management support is provided by the Deputy CEO who has responsibility for community fundraising.

Grampian Women’s Aid Board of Trustees is responsible for setting the strategic direction, ensuring that the charity complies with all its legal and regulatory requirements and that the charity’s governance is of the highest possible standard. The diversity of the Board is currently reflected with representation from all sectors including voluntary management, legal, HR and equality and diversity professionals. We would like to increase our board membership to women from all sectors and professions. An interest in the Women’s Aid movement and a commitment to our ethos is essential. Women only need apply. This post is covered by a Genuine Occupational Requirement (Schedule 9; Equality Act 2010). See website: www.grampianwomensaid.com and for more information please contact Alison Hay, Manager at E Mail: alison.hay@grampianwomensaid.com / Tel No: 01224 593381.

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

The Witness Service, based at Ayr Sheriff Court, helps people through the judicial process by providing practical and emotional support. Witness Service volunteers will be required to undertake to: • Receive briefing from staff member prior to court starting • Offer information about and explain court procedures to victims and witnesses attending court that day • Carry out a court familiarisation visit before a trial starts • Support victims and witnesses in court on the day of the trial • Support the family and friends of victims and witnesses • Liaise with court officials on behalf of victims and witnesses • Feedback to staff member at the end of the day and throughout the day if required In order to take on this role volunteers are required to: • Undertake a Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme check • Provide 2 satisfactory references • Successfully complete 3 day volunteer foundation training • Sign and abide by Victim Support Scotland’s Confidentiality Agreement • Sign and abide by Victim Support Scotland’s Declaration of Commitment to Data Protection • Sign and abide by Victim Support Scotland’s Volunteer Agreement This is a very interesting and fulfilling role with out of pocket expenses covered and substantial training and support provided. The lower age restriction - because life skills are required to cope in the court environment, and the upper age is set by insurance limitations. This opportunity requires good communication skills; ability to work as part of a team, be a good listener and understand the need for confidentiality.

The Youth Radio Network’s vision is to empower, teach and entertain young people, aged 13 to 25 years, through the power of music and digital technology, opening doors to the broadcast industries, and to become more employable helping them to get the best start in life. The Youth Radio Network is a digital place where young people can easily access and develop their skills and interests. It acts as a sounding board for youth news and issues and promotes all youth organizations. The Youth Radio Network's vision is to teach, empower and entertain young people aged 13 - 25 years old through the power of music and digital technology. We are looking to appoint a volunteer Head of Marketing, Fundraising and Development to help build our organisation to the next level including understanding the vision and mission of The Youth Radio Network, the Head of Marketing, Fundraising & Development (volunteer role) will be responsible for the development and delivery of our marketing and fundraising strategies for The Youth Radio Network.

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.

The Youth Radio Network is an online digital platform for young people ages 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 Broadcasting to help build our organisation to the next level including the development and delivery of our broadcasting strategies for The Youth Radio Network.