If you work with or support volunteers in Hackney, why not come along to our next Volunteer Managers Forum on Thursday 27 June? This June, we’ll be exploring how to deal with tricky situations with volunteers. We’ll be looking at some of the common causes of difficulties and what we can do to prevent them. […]
Is there something in your community you want to improve but don’t feel you have the tools or the confidence to do so? Come and explore what can be achieved through social action in this engaging and interactive workshop. Social action is about people coming together to help improve their lives and solve the problems […]
Mental health problems can affect anyone, at any time. Every year, the Mental Health Foundation campaigns around a specific theme for Mental Health Awareness Week, and hundreds of community groups, schools and businesses come together to start conversations and run events around mental health that can change – and even save – lives. This year’s theme […]
Have you volunteered in Hackney in the last 6-12 months? If so, we want to hear from you! If you’re volunteering in an ongoing role every week, have taken part in a one-off activity or event, or are still searching for your ideal role – Volunteer Centre Hackney would love to find out more about […]
Considering getting a job, going back into work or maybe a career change? Would you like some support to get you ready? Come along to VCH’s employment workshops and get the support you want to reach your goals. ‘ I didn’t realise I had so many transferable skills!‘ Previous participant Join us for our free employment workshops […]
Volunteer Centre Hackney supports around 400 local charities and organisations to recruit local residents as volunteers. Based on Kingsland Road, Hackney Pirates one of these charities. An educational charity, the team support young people aged 9-13 to develop the literacy, confidence and perseverance that will help them achieve both in school and the world beyond. The Pirates welcome […]
Discuss all things volunteer management, and meet volunteer managers and co-ordinators from across the borough at our next Volunteer Managers’ Forum on 6 February 2019. Taking place on Wednesday 6 February, 11.30am – 1.30pm at Peter Bedford Housing Association, the first session of the year is in partnership with Hackney Learning Trust, and will focus […]
Come to Volunteer Centre Hackney’s Volunteer Fair and be inspired by local charities seeking people like YOU to help them do amazing things. VCH’s first Volunteer Fair of 2019 is taking place on Wednesday 30 January at Dalston CLR James Library from 12-2pm. A new year is always a great time to think about making positive changes – and volunteering is […]
Volunteer Centre Hackney is seeing in the new year with an explosion of new workshops and events! Whether you want to help a local charity, are thinking about changing careers or want to look after your wellbeing in 2019, VCH has got something on offer for you. Looking to volunteer? Come along to Dalston CLR James Library on Wed 30 Jan 2019, 12 […]
Now’s your chance to book in for the final two employment workshops of 2018. Ian, VCH’s Employment Advisor, will be running two more free employment workshops in December giving you positive and practical advice around employment, from CVs to interview questions. Everyone attending will get the opportunity to register on one of our ongoing employment support projects for […]