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Volunteer Now
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Volunteer Now is the lead organisation for volunteering in Northern Ireland working to promote, enhance and support volunteering.
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Check out the courses we have coming up in November! 👉 https://ow.ly/abcT50UNKFC

We also have On Demand courses you can complete anytime, anywhere! 👉 https://www.volunteernow.co.uk/training/on-demand-courses/

Don't see what you need? Get in touch to see if we can offer it as tailored training.
We all believe our volunteers are happy, but what if we're missing something? What if the small frustrations we don't see are leading to burnout and poor retention?

📅 16 December 2025
⏲️ 1.15-2.30pm
📍 Online

Find out more ➡️ https://ow.ly/hawJ50Xpbi8
December 8, 2025 at 4:01 PM
🫶 Strong communities are built on connection & shared purpose. This session dives into what it means to belong, lead with purpose & cultivate cultures that empower people to thrive. When we connect, we create lasting change.

18 Dec | 10am-12pm | Online

https://ow.ly/Gza650Xpb7T
December 5, 2025 at 4:00 PM
We all believe our volunteers are happy, but what if we're missing something? What if the small frustrations we don't see are leading to burnout and poor retention?

📅 16 December 2025
⏲️ 1.15-2.30pm
📍 Online

Find out more ➡️ https://ow.ly/hawJ50Xpbi8
December 4, 2025 at 4:00 PM
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We are launching our new website very soon so unfortunately our current site is unavailable.

Thank you for your patience - we can't wait to show you our new site!
December 3, 2025 at 9:00 AM
In a busy modern world with so many demands on people's time, it can prove difficult to attract as many new volunteers as we need. Our 3hr online workshop on 10 Dec can help you rise to this challenge!

Find out more ➡️ https://ow.ly/bRBm50Xpb3W
December 2, 2025 at 4:01 PM
⏰Applications close today at 4pm‼️
We are seeking a dynamic & skilled Communications Manager with excellent writing, editing, & project management skills. We are also recruiting a Youth Engagement Co-ordinator to promote and develop youth volunteering.
➡️ https://ow.ly/vHJP50X6UKH
December 1, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Check out the courses we have coming up in December! 👉 https://ow.ly/e6Hi50XxopN

We also have On Demand courses you can complete anytime, anywhere! 👉 https://ow.ly/qqQl50XxopO

Don't see what you need? Get in touch to see if we can offer it as tailored training.
November 29, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Join our team!
We are seeking a dynamic & skilled Communications Manager with excellent writing, editing, & project management skills. We are also recruiting a Youth Engagement Co-ordinator to promote & develop youth volunteering.

All the details and application packs at ➡️ https://ow.ly/vHJP50X6UKH
November 28, 2025 at 10:00 AM
🫶 Strong communities are built on connection & shared purpose. This session dives into what it means to belong, lead with purpose & cultivate cultures that empower people to thrive. When we connect, we create lasting change.

18 Dec | 10am-12pm | Online

https://ow.ly/Gza650Xpb7T
November 27, 2025 at 4:01 PM
We all believe our volunteers are happy, but what if we're missing something? What if the small frustrations we don't see are leading to burnout and poor retention?

📅 16 December 2025
⏲️ 1.15-2.30pm
📍 Online

Find out more ➡️ https://ow.ly/hawJ50Xpbi8
November 26, 2025 at 4:01 PM
In a busy modern world with so many demands on people's time, it can prove difficult to attract as many new volunteers as we need. Our 3hr online workshop on 10 Dec can help you rise to this challenge!

Find out more ➡️ https://ow.ly/bRBm50Xpb3W
November 25, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Volunteers matter - are your inductions welcoming, flexible & inclusive?

✅ Online & in-person options
✅ Support & supervision
✅ Recognition

Join us on 27 Nov to explore best practice & proactive approaches to volunteer engagement 👉https://ow.ly/Pn9h50XlBXN
November 24, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Join our half-day FREE session on 28 Nov to explore the 8 adult safeguarding standards from Keeping Adults Safe: A Shared Responsibility.

We will consider the procedures & guidelines that need developed in order to implement the standards.

➡️ https://ow.ly/LutI50XlEqg

#Omagh
November 21, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Join our team!
We are seeking a dynamic & skilled Communications Manager with excellent writing, editing, & project management skills. We are also recruiting a Youth Engagement Co-ordinator to promote & develop youth volunteering.

All the details and application packs at ➡️ https://ow.ly/vHJP50X6UKH
November 21, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Volunteers matter - are your inductions welcoming, flexible & inclusive?

✅ Online & in-person options
✅ Support & supervision
✅ Recognition

Join us on 27 Nov to explore best practice & proactive approaches to volunteer engagement 👉https://ow.ly/Pn9h50XlBXN
November 20, 2025 at 4:00 PM
✅Leadership begins with listening.

Join us on 25 Nov to explore how to create brave spaces where every voice is heard, respected and valued and learn how intentional communication can shape inclusive leadership and inspire others to follow.

https://ow.ly/ptSG50XlCVf
November 19, 2025 at 4:01 PM
How do you ensure a balance between the needs of the volunteer & the organisation? Come away from this session with useful ideas for best practice recruitment, support & supervision activities & more!

📅 25 Nov 2025
🕰️ 10am-12pm
📍 Online
👉 https://ow.ly/hEZE50X3rTQ
November 18, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Do you know the difference between a volunteer agreement & a contract of employment? Or between an employee & a volunteer?

Join us to explore these difference & much more inc legal boundaries & best practice.

📅 20 Nov
🕰️ 10am-12pm
📍 Online

▶️ https://ow.ly/t09O50XgKEv
November 17, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Join our team!
We are seeking a dynamic & skilled Communications Manager with excellent writing, editing, & project management skills. We are also recruiting a Youth Engagement Co-ordinator to promote & develop youth volunteering.

All the details and application packs at ➡️ https://ow.ly/vHJP50X6UKH
November 14, 2025 at 10:00 AM
We all believe our volunteers are happy, but what if we're missing something? What if the small frustrations we don't see are leading to burnout and poor retention?

📅 16 December 2025
⏲️ 1.15-2.30pm
📍 Online

Find out more ➡️ https://ow.ly/hawJ50Xpbi8
November 13, 2025 at 4:01 PM
It's the little acts of kindness & understanding that truly build peace. 🤝

That’s why the Good Relations Awards 2026 theme is 'The Power of Everyday Peace.'

We need your help to find the unsung heroes. Nominate today! http://goodrelationsawards.com

#GRAWARDS26 #CommunityRelations #EverydayPeace
November 12, 2025 at 7:01 PM
🫶 Strong communities are built on connection & shared purpose. This session dives into what it means to belong, lead with purpose & cultivate cultures that empower people to thrive. When we connect, we create lasting change.

18 Dec | 10am-12pm | Online

https://ow.ly/Gza650Xpb7T
November 12, 2025 at 4:01 PM
In a busy modern world with so many demands on people's time, it can prove difficult to attract as many new volunteers as we need. Our 3hr online workshop on 10 Dec can help you rise to this challenge!

Find out more ➡️ https://ow.ly/bRBm50Xpb3W
November 11, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Join us for a short session on 2 Dec aiming to increase awareness of people's lives online in a digital world.

Learn how to build digital resilience in young people & adults; increase knowledge about the risks of the online space and more.

Book your place here ➡️ https://ow.ly/rWUS50XpaRM
November 10, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Join us on 1 Dec for a refresher for Designated Officers who’ve completed full-day training.

📌 Covers:

Role & responsibilities
Health & Social Care Trust processes
Referral & info-sharing challenges
Latest safeguarding updates

📅 Book your spot now 👉 https://ow.ly/GtF850XlEA6
November 7, 2025 at 4:00 PM