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@ Volunteer stories

@ Volunteer stories

We are lucky to have amazing volunteers like Benedict

Volunteering is not only a wonderful way to change lives for the better, but the work of volunteers is fundamental to the success of organisations across the VCFSE sector. This video features Benedict Gavin, who volunteers here at Community CVS in our Boulevard Centre. It’s fair to say that Benedict’s Read more…

By Graham Aspin, 8 months ago
@ Case study: Communities

The value of volunteering: LE’s story

Mental ill health does not define your life. With the right support, you can reach the light at the end of the tunnel. Community CVS have had the privilege of working with some great people who have lived experience of periods of poor mental health. Here’s LE’s story. LE is Read more…

By Graham Aspin, 8 monthsSeptember 19, 2024 ago
@ Volunteer stories

Sajida’s volunteer story

Sajida Shah has been volunteering for a number of great causes across BwD for almost a quarter of a century. At present, she volunteers with the Kiran Women’s Group and is a Trustee of Community CVS. Here is her brilliant volunteer story. Please read on to learn more about this Read more…

By Graham Aspin, 2 yearsApril 5, 2023 ago
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