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.

This information sheet outlines the role of the Volunteer Centres in Wales and how you can get in touch with them.

Guidance for organisations on posting volunteering opportunities in Welsh and in English.

This example is intended for guidance purposes and should be adapted to suit your particular organisation.

This example is intended for guidance purposes and should be adapted to suit your particular organisation.

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.

This page will help you understand the value of successfully involving volunteers with diverse experiences and guide you towards further specialist support.

This guidance aims to give an overview of what you may need to know and provides answers to some of the questions that organisations and volunteers may have.

Volunteers make a significant contribution, in unpaid hours, to the economy of Wales.

Most of the information in this document relates to ‘volunteer drivers’, i.e. volunteers whose volunteering activity is in the role of a driver.

These sample volunteer agreements are a starting point to help you draft one that suits your organisation. Feel free to adapt them to suit your needs.

Before involving volunteers, it is worth spending some time considering how they can be best included within your organisation.