BeMe - Befriending and mentoring

Find out how you can help someone in need, and bump up your CV at the same time, by taking part in befriending or mentoring projects. Ask at the SYIS about the local Shetland Befriending Scheme and how to get involved.

 

CSV - Community Service Volunteers

This site can tell you how to get involved in volunteering and training. Click on the Scotland link at the top to get information on local opportunities or ask at the Desk for information and leaflets for volunteering and training options in Shetland

 

Directgov - Voluntary work

Voluntary work is a very good way of gaining valuable employable skills, and is very good to have on your CV as it can enhance your chances of being considered for employment.  Find out more about volunteering here.

 

Giving Nation

Want to get involved in charity work? Visit this site to see how you could be doing more.

 

Red Cross

Focused on the charity's medical aid and relief work around the globe, this site has information on what to do in an emergency. It also has details of a First Aid courses and what you can do to get involved with the charity.

 

TimeBank

This site is aimed at people who know their time and skills are in demand - but just don't know where to start. Volunteer your skills via this website 

 

VSO

Want to help combat poverty by volunteering your services? Get more information from this site

 

Worldwide Volunteering

Spare holidays? Want to boost your CV? Then why not get involved in volunteering? You could even spend time abroad. Get more information.

 Year of the Volunteer

This site hopes to get everybody involved in volunteering all over the world. Can you help give a billion minutes by Christmas?