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Volunteering in Health and Social Care: Standards and Learning Resources
The standards can be useful; As starting point for planning volunteer induction and training To improve consistency and standardisation in volunteer induction To ensure that…
Supporting Volunteers who have Additional Learning Needs
Volunteering can be rewarding and valuable experience for individuals with ALN, it can be beneficial to the health and wellbeing of an individual, can provide…
Model Recruitment of Ex-Offenders Policy
This is a template document, please amend and use as appropriate, we suggest that you set up with your own logo and branding.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in Volunteering
Equality legislation requires organisations to act in ways that are transparent, consistent and fair regardless of individuals’ identity or background.
Equality and Diversity monitoring for Volunteers
Equality and diversity monitoring involves collecting sensitive data about volunteers’ backgrounds. It must be recorded, stored, used and updated in accordance with requirements set out in the Data Protection Act.
The Language of Volunteering Terms Explained
The language that we use about volunteering can be confusing. Sometimes different terms are used interchangeably. Some terms have a very specific meaning, for example in the context of legislation. This is an attempt to explain some terms which are relevant to volunteering. They are listed in alphabetical order.
What do Volunteer Centres do in Wales
This information sheet outlines the role of the Volunteer Centres in Wales and how you can get in touch with them.
Posting Volunteering Opportunities Bilingually
Guidance for organisations on posting volunteering opportunities in Welsh and in English.
Model Complaints Policy
This example is intended for guidance purposes and should be adapted to suit your particular organisation.
Model Supervision Guidelines
This example is intended for guidance purposes and should be adapted to suit your particular organisation.
Guidelines on Safety for Home Visits
All organisations who work with individuals within their own homes or who undertake initial home assessments should put in place guidance on safety for home visits.
Involving Volunteers With Additional Support Needs
The voluntary sector is committed to combating discrimination and offering innovative ways for people to develop skills and experiences which supports and empowers them to be active citizens.