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This project involves local people in the development of an accessible organic growing centre at Jupiter Urban Wildlife Centre, owned by Scottish Wildlife Trust. The aim of this programme is to involve local people, for whom access to nature is severely limited, in a regular programme of outdoor growing and conservation-based activity. We know that connection with nature enhances peoples’ lives through improving health, well-being and building community cohesion. We provide supported volunteering opportunities for people of all ages and abilities in two-hour outdoor practical sessions every Wednesday and Thursday. During summer months sessions are focused on our fruit and vegetable garden which provides a range of hands-on practical tasks from organically growing herbs, salad, vegetables and fruit. Learning how to compost, plant wildflowers and garden with wildlife in mind whilst helping with general garden maintenance. Outdoor cooking sessions are run at the end of each month. The recycle woodshed compliments our garden and offers the opportunity through winter when growing season has ended to learn how to make a range of items out of recycled pallet wood currently donated by Whyte & Mackay. We have an accessible wood-working space where our service users can learn to build planters, raised beds, bug hotels, bird/bat boxes, stools and signs from reclaimed timber. What are the benefits of getting involved? Our aim is to promote and look after the natural resource at Jupiter and to actively facilitate interaction, enjoyment, learning and conservation of the amazing wildlife-rich habitat that Jupiter presents. We know that regular facilitated visits to Jupiter reduce stress levels and isolation, restore health and provide calmness and structure for people with disabilities. Being actively involved in environmental activity, learning new skills and meeting new people changes lives. How much does it cost to come along? All session places are free of charge and can be booked ahead in blocks. What experience is required? No experience is necessary as all training and guidance is provided and matched to the needs of participants. We provide gloves but request that participants wear appropriate seasonal clothing. What do I need to bring? Please feel free to bring snacks, we provide hot refreshments and will be sampling our own produce later in the year. Is it safe? All activities are risk assessed and a qualified first aider is present at every session.

Kirrie Connections is a dementia support charity which meets regularly, as part of this they are looking for volunteers to help with a new Dementia-friendly health walk they are planning. If interested in becoming part of the team and you would like to receive some free training to become a walk leader then message them on facebook or email graham@kirrieconnections.com to find out more.

ROLE DESCRIPTION: Job title: Volunteer Walk Leader Reporting to: Walking Development Officer Overall purpose: To research and lead suitable free short health walks (1/2 mile to 3 miles) MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: - To undertake initial and ongoing training (Braveheart induction, walk leader training course, first aid course and cardiopulmonary resuscitation training course – CPR) - To provide a safe and welcoming environment to all walkers - To lead safe and enjoyable local walks for people of all ages and abilities, bearing in mind the information provided at the training course ie use of the cue card messages - To encourage walkers to aim to walk independently as well as taking part in the Walk with Braveheart programme - To promote the health benefits of walking and motivate people to take up walking as a form of physical recreation - To help walkers tailor health walking to meet their individual needs - To carry out appropriate administration procedures maintaining client confidentiality ie completion of the walk register and the health questionnaire - To encourage all walkers to take part in other health related activities organised by Braveheart - From time to time, assist the Walking Development Officer when giving talks in the local community - As far as possible, to attend the six-weekly walk leader meetings - To keep up-to-date with walk leading by reading the information provided by Paths for All on a regular basis ROLE PROFILE: - Skills: Must have successfully completed the Walk Leader training course, CPR/ First Aid training courses. - Experience: No previous experience is necessary as full training will be given. ABILITIES: - Ability to mix with a cross section of the general public and vulnerable adults - Ability to research and risk assess (with support from the Walking Development Officer) walks independently and as part of a team

Could you become a Community Support Services Volunteer and help people with chest, heart and stroke conditions live their lives to the full? Our Community Support Services Volunteers are vital in helping us run our services in the local community and supporting people to do more than survive and really live. You’ll be helping people to build the confidence to manage their condition and get back to doing the things they love. Support can be provided in a one-to-one or group setting, in person, virtually or via telephone and even become walk leaders This is a really rewarding volunteering opportunity where you will meet new people, learn new skills, and make a real difference to people’s lives. We’ll provide you with all the necessary training to support you in your volunteering role including Emergency First Aid. Find out more by contacting your local Community Support Services Coordinator, Joanne Carey on 07918690619, joanne.carey@chss.org.uk or contact our Volunteering Team on volunteering@chss.org.uk on 01312256963 or the link: https://www.chss.org.uk/volunteer-opportunity/community-support-service-volunteer-ayrshire-arran/

Angus Cycle Hub encourage people to live healthier lives and reduce car journeys and CO2 emissions through cycling and recycling. We run two community based projects based in Arbroath and Dundee, Scotland. We are committed to our community and want them involved in everything we do at Cycle Hub which is why we love volunteers! We have a variety of roles of varying lengths of commitment time. Whatever your background, identity or ability, there’s a volunteer spot with your name on it. We have a list of volunteer roles you can choose from, but we are ultimately flexible around you and your available time commitment, experience, interests and goals. We want to make sure we find something that fits you best and offers opportunity for growth, development and progression with us. In the past, our volunteers have supported us at our events, in our shops and workshops, and with our Bikeability program in schools. If you are interested in making a difference to future generations, help us teach pupils about riding bikes on today’s roads! Bikeability is a training program that teaches children to cycle safely, to learn how to deal with traffic and that, above all gets children excited about cycling. The program is supported by a network of volunteer instructors across Scotland. You will work alongside John to deliver Bikeability sessions that not only allow participants to gain confidence on a bike, but also increase social skills and a sense of wellbeing. And if you feel like stepping it up, then we can put you through SCQF-accredited Bikeability Training (1 day course) so you can become an instructor and deliver Bikeability as a trained volunteer alongside the Angus Cycle Hub. Don’t worry, you don’t need to be an expert to become an instructor!

Angus Cycle Hub encourage people to live healthier lives and reduce car journeys and CO2 emissions through cycling and recycling. We run two community based projects based in Arbroath and Dundee, Scotland. We are committed to our community and want them involved in everything we do at Cycle Hub which is why we love volunteers! We have a variety of roles of varying lengths of commitment time. Whatever your background, identity or ability, there’s a volunteer spot with your name on it. We have a list of volunteer roles you can choose from, but we are ultimately flexible around you and your available time commitment, experience, interests and goals. We want to make sure we find something that fits you best and offers opportunity for growth, development and progression with us. In the past, our volunteers have supported us at our events, in our shops and workshops, and with our Bikeability program in schools. Help us to reach our local community by contributing your vision and ideas to our on-going marketing strategy and social media presence by creating and sharing creative content. Be part of raising awareness and excitement around bikes, recycling, protecting the environment, and our aims and efforts within the community with different demographics. You will get the chance to develop great relationships with our staff and volunteers across our hubs in Arbroath and Dundee, going behind the scenes and face fronting at our shops and events in Angus and Dundee. Choose one of our Focus Projects to develop alongside Volunteer Development Officer, Kirsty as well as Marketing Manager, Emma. And if you want to step it up then we can provide opportunities in website development. Focus Projects Include: - Upcoming Events advertising - A day in the life of a Volunteer at the Hub– shadowing them and writing it up - A day in the life of a Hub Mechanic/manager etc – shadowing them and writing it up - Meet ……… Bio profiles write ups - Meet………..Bike Characterization bio profiles write ups - Dundee Hub – hanging out at the Hub, chatting to customers and staff and writing it up for our publications - Angus Hub – hanging out at the Hub, chatting to customers and staff and writing it up for our publications - Events – going along and documenting what happens

You'll use your professional skills to help groups overcome operational challenges, become better equipped for the future, and tackle inequality in sport. Roles are flexible and work around your schedule. We share opportunities relevant to you. Most of our volunteering support is delivered digitally, so easier to start supporting our members. We know representation matters, which is why we want our volunteers to reflect the diversity of the community groups we work with. We are actively encouraging applicants from ethnically diverse backgrounds and other minoritised groups to apply as we are currently under-represented in this space. You will get to meet the inspirational faces of community groups across the UK and immerse yourself in their work; use your existing skills in a rewarding fashion whilst developing new ones; guide members to become more inclusive; network with other like-minded individuals helping grassroots sports groups survive; and so much more. Our volunteers say that making a positive difference to our members is what they most enjoy about volunteering at Sported. Skills/Experience Required: Our volunteers have 3 or more years’ professional and/or lived experience in any of the below core support topics: Evaluation and Impact Facilities Financial Management Fundraising & Income Generation Governance Inclusion Leadership Coaching Marketing/PR Planning (Business / Strategic) Project Planning Sports Development Volunteer & Staff Management Women and Girls Other skills or lived experience that might be applicable

Aqua Fun, Archery, Athletics, Badminton, Ballet, Basketball, Boccia, Bowls, Breakdancing, Cheerleading, Climbing, Cricket, Crossfit, Daily Mile, Disability Sport, Fencing, Fitness, Football, Golf, Gymnastics, Handball, Hip Hop Dance, Hockey, Indoors, Leadership, Netball, Outdoors, Physical Activity, Rugby, Running, Street Dance, Strength & Conditioning, Surfing, Swimming, Table Tennis, Tap Dance, Tennis, Trampolining, Volleyball, Wakeboarding Opportunities for individuals to be involved in coaching or leading various sports and activities through the Active Schools programme throughout East Lothian. Whether you are new to coaching or an experienced coach we can provide you opportunities to work with school aged children in a sporting environment with an opportunity to lead or assist with activities. Active Schools East Lothian is a joint initiative between East Lothian Council and sportscotland. The programme was identified as a key element of the Scottish Executive's drive to get more people in Scotland active, a commitment outlined in the National Physical Activity Strategy. The main aim of the Active Schools East Lothian is to offer school aged children the motivation and opportunities to adopt active, healthy lifestyles throughout their school years and into adulthood. They do this by supporting and sustaining a network of volunteers, coaches, leaders and teachers who in turn deliver extra curricular physical activity and sport before, during and after school and in the wider community. To help our volunteers we provide training opportunities through 'fit to coach'. 'More People, More Active, More Often' The Active Schools team consists of 5 primary and 6 secondary coordinators. All primary and secondary schools in East Lothian have a coordinator assigned to their school. These coordinators are responsible for working in partnership with Schools, Sports Development and Local Clubs to increase the range of quality opportunities for pupils to become physically active. Each primary coordinator is in charge of developing programmes for 5 to 7 schools in a cluster. There is a full-time secondary co-ordinator in each High School responsible for developing sport and physical activity. These co-ordinators develop extra-curricular programmes and assist with curricular delivery by offering alternative activities. Interested in volunteering with Active Schools? Please contact your local Active Schools Co-ordinator for further information.

We know representation matters, which is why we want our volunteers to reflect the diversity of the community groups we work with. We are actively encouraging applicants from ethnically diverse backgrounds and other minoritised groups to apply as we are currently under-represented in this space. Who is Sported? We are the UK’s largest network of community groups supporting half a million young people to overcome barriers to reach their full potential. Sported members are led by an incredible group of passionate and dedicated people who do amazing work in their communities, transforming the lives of young people in neighbourhoods across the UK. Where they often lack support or the time is around their organisation’s development and it’s here where you can make a difference. What will I get out of it? You will get to meet the inspirational faces of community groups across the UK and immerse yourself in their work; use your existing skills in a rewarding fashion whilst developing new ones; guide members to become more inclusive; network with other like-minded individuals helping grassroots sports groups survive; and so much more. Our volunteers say that making a positive difference to our members is what they most enjoy about volunteering at Sported. What will I do as a Sported volunteer? You'll use your professional skills and lived experience to help groups overcome operational challenges, become better equipped for the future, and tackle inequality in sport. Most of our roles are quite flexible and work around your schedule. We do our best to only share opportunities we think are relevant to you. With most of our volunteering support being delivered digitally, it’s even easier to get started supporting members across our network. Travel expenses in line with our policy are covered in the instances in-person meetings occur.

This volunteer role includes all aspects of care including stable, yard and field work, maintenance and rehabiltation work with the horses. No experience needed for non ridden work as full training given. Great opportunity to help loving animals in beautiful countryside, make new friends and gain skills.