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DEBRA is a national charity and patient support organisation for people living with the rare, extremely painful, genetic skin blistering condition, Epidermolysis Bullosa (EB) also known as ‘Butterfly Skin’. EB causes the skin to become very fragile and tear or blister at the slightest touch. With your help we can find treatments and cure(s) for EB. Volunteering in a DEBRA shop can teach you new skills as well as meeting new people and gaining experience in retail. The role involves: - Operating a till to take cash and card payments - Engaging with customers on the shop floor - Replenishing stock on the shop floor - Recording donor details for gift aid - Creating eye catching displays

PAPYRUS is working towards building suicide-safer communities across the UK. You can get involved as a volunteer to help us achieve this goal You can: Write blogs posts and get involved on social media about your lived experiences of suicide and mental health. Deliver presentations to people in your community, such as schools, workplaces, and faith groups. These are 30-minute sessions called SP-ARK: Suicide Prevention – Awareness, Resource, Knowledge Attend events and run stalls such as Pride, county fairs, wellbeing days, University freshers’ fairs, and fundraising events. Help us to reach your communities by connecting us with groups and organisations you care about. Share new ideas: we’re always open to new opportunities to make our communities suicide-safer.

The Whiteinch Centre - a community project in west Glasgow - seeks a Volunteer Digital Engagement Lead to play a key role in reducing digital exclusion and ensuring everyone has access to the benefits of technology. Are you passionate about helping others succeed? As a Volunteer Digital Engagement Lead, you'll empower learners to develop essential digital skills, build confidence with technology, and unlock new opportunities in work, learning, and everyday life. This is a rewarding role where you can make a lasting impact while developing your own professional skills and digital expertise. Role Overview As a Volunteer Digital Engagement Lead, you will be responsible for: Developing comprehensive digital training programs tailored to various skill levels. Creating engaging and interactive learning materials that cater to diverse learning styles. Delivering training sessions  in-person, ensuring a supportive and inclusive environment. Evaluating participants’ progress and adapting training methods to meet their needs. Collaborating with a passionate team to continuously improve our training offerings changing lives through digital inclusion and confidence-building. If you are interested, please click the ‘Apply’ button below (available when logged in and registered). The coordinator will then contact you by email or phone call. If you have not heard back after 5 working days, the first step is to contact the organisation with the contact details provided. You could also check your junk/spam folder for your emails, just in case the response is there. If that doesn’t work out, then please feel free to contact Volunteer Glasgow at info@volunteerglasgow.org

The Walk Leader is responsible for planning, leading, and supporting safe, inclusive, and enjoyable group walks. The role helps encourage physical activity, wellbeing, and social connection within the local community.  Plan and lead regular group walks suitable for participants’ abilities   Welcome participants and create a friendly, inclusive environment   Ensure all walks are carried out safely and in full compliance with risk assessments.  Promote safe walking practices and awareness of the local environment   Monitor participants during walks and respond appropriately to any issues   Report any incidents, concerns, or accidents according to procedures   Encourage participation, wellbeing, and social interaction   Follow organisational policies, including health and safety and safeguarding  What wil you get out of it?  Community Impact: Make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals and families to support integration. Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the community by enhancing fostering a supportive environment. Skill Development: Gain valuable experience in community service, teamwork, and interpersonal communication. Gain valuable experience of facilitation and group work, and community engagement. Networking: Connect with other volunteers and staff members, building relationships within the community. Personal Fulfilment: Experience the satisfaction of contributing to a supportive and caring environment for those in need. There are no formal qualifications required for this role but we do like volunteers to have the ability to understand and empathize with the diverse needs of community members, demonstrating patience and kindness in all interactions; strong verbal communication skills to effectively explain and provide clear instructions; be reliable and punctual, with a commitment to consistently fulfill scheduled volunteer shifts; ability to work collaboratively with other volunteers and staff to ensure smooth operation of the project; flexibility to handle a variety of tasks and respond to the needs of the Walkers as they arise.  If you are interested, please click the ‘Apply’ button below (available when registered and logged in). You will then be contacted by the coordinator by email or phone call. If you have not heard back after 5 working days, the first step is to contact the organisation with the contact details provided. You could also check your junk/spam folder on your emails just in case the response is there. If that doesn’t work out, then please feel free to contact Volunteer Glasgow on info@volunteerglasgow.org.