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Influence the future of your community - are you interested in supporting those within our community and the provision of affordable housing? Our Committee are responsible for determining strategy, developing policies and for the overall management of the Association but are not involved in day to day operations. Management Committee meetings are held bi-monthly, usually at 10.30am on the last Wednesday of the month. In addition, members can take part in the work of sub-committees which are held quarterly, between Management Committee meetings.

The Western Isles Citizen Advice Service are looking for dynamic individuals to join their board of directors and assist with the strategic direction and future development of the service. WICAS is the leading information and advice provider in the Western Isles. The Board is made up of individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and currently has vacancies for new members. This is a great opportunity to help shape the future of information and advice services and contribute to the making a real difference to those in your local community.

You’ll volunteer without regular time commitments, ‘as and when’ volunteering! Engage with the public, organisations and local communities – promoting a positive image of the NSPCC! You’ll be a valued part of one of our Volunteer Community Fundraising Teams across the UK, raising awareness and funds. We appreciate that work, family and friends come first and, with that in mind, this role offers flexibility to fit in with your lifestyle. The aim of the community book scheme is for members of the general public to give an honesty donation in return for a donated book. To also support the NSPCC Community fundraising manager to create and sustain new book schemes in the local community. Overall Aim: To raise funds for NSPCC • To support the NSPCC Community Fundraising Manager to create and sustain new bookschemes scheme in the local community • To promote a positive image of the NSPCC book scheme across Falkirk & surrounding areas • Engage with the public, local organisations and local communities to create new book schemes and to develop positive relationships.

Our Safeguarding Officers are an extremely important part of Camp as they act as ambassadors of our Safeguarding policy, helping to ensure the mutual protection of Campers/ Volunteers/Staff. You will often be the first port of call for Volunteers concerned the Safeguarding Policy has been breached, that Campers or Volunteers are potentially the victims of neglect or abuse, or any other queries surrounding Safeguarding issues. Your role would be to support the person who has reported concerns to you & also inform OTW staff of their disclosure. Whilst you will not be responsible for contacting the appropriate authorities to investigate concerns, you will be vital in ensuring the correct channels are made aware of any Safeguarding breaches. Throughout Camp you will need to be vigilant & observant to ensure Safeguarding procedures are in place & being followed. As with our ‘Team Mate’ volunteers you will also be allocated to a Camp team & complete the everyday Team Mate role. You will therefore be an essential part of implementing Therapeutic Recreation at Camp (see our website for more info.), helping to support/guide/inspire/empower our Campers to maximise their potential/increase confidence. Campers will be divided into teams based on their age groups of 8-10, 11-13, 13-15 & 15-17 years. You will build amazing 1-1 relationships with your team of Campers on a daily basis. In return, as a Volunteer you will: •Participate in a unique,unforgettable experience •Work for a brilliant cause with a reputable national organisation •Meet fantastic new people & make friends

Over The Wall is a charity that helps children, young people and their families, living in the UK, reach beyond the boundaries of their health challenges to discover a world of mischief, magic and new possibilities. We do this by providing free of charge, transformative activity camps throughout the UK. Our Health Challenge & Siblings Camps are magical places where campers take part in fun activities including Sports and Games, Drama, Arts and Crafts and Discovery. Campers will be divided into teams based on their age groups of 8-10, 11-13, 13-15 and 15-17 years of age. Your mission is to capture all the magic moments of camp! If you have some photographic or videography experience and have a flair for capturing those special moments then this could be the role for you at camp. We will provide you with the equipment and time to collate the spectacular moments of fun campers have had a camp. You will put these together to create a slide show which is shown at the end of camp to everyone to really enjoy and look back on all the amazing experiences they had at camp. As well as being part of the Media Crew you will also be in a team with other volunteers supporting campers so you won’t miss all the magical moments of team fun at camp. If you are kind, enthusiastic and have a great eye for a good picture this role is for you. Training and food and accommodation is provided for the duration of camp. We need your help to create the end of camp glow! Join our media crew today! You will also be part of a Camp team teammate and get to join in all the fun of Camp! Please visit www.otw.org.uk for more information and to start your application

Over The Wall is a charity that helps children, young people and their families, living in the UK, reach beyond the boundaries of their health challenges to discover a world of mischief, magic and new possibilities. We do this by providing free of charge, transformative activity camps throughout the UK. Our Health Challenge & Siblings Camps are magical places where campers take part in fun activities including Sports and Games, Drama, Arts and Crafts and Discovery. Campers will be divided into teams based on their age groups of 8-10, 11-13, 13-15 and 15-17 years of age. We are looking for some amazing people to take on a role as Activity Leader at our Camps in 2022. Do you have a secret talent you’d love to run as an activity? We’ve previously had origami sessions and woodwork that we could not have run without our amazing volunteers coming forward to provide. Or do you have an interest in an activity area? E.g. Arts and Crafts, drama or sports? Join our activity team to run some fantastic sessions that have been planned by our activity team and will be taught to you so that you can confidently run them and help bring some fun and excitement to the sessions. Team Mates support campers throughout their time at Camp, building fantastic relationships whilst encouraging, inspiring and empowering campers as they complete camp activities. You will be part of a team of other amazing Volunteers, having fun and creating amazing experiences! Visit www.otw.org.uk to learn more and start your application Camps this year will be taking place at the Strathallan School in Perth between 9th - 14th July 2023

Over The Wall is a charity that helps children, young people and their families, living in the UK, reach beyond the boundaries of their health challenges to discover a world of mischief, magic and new possibilities. We do this by providing free of charge, transformative activity camps throughout the UK. Our Health Challenge & Siblings Camps are magical places where campers take part in fun activities including Sports and Games, Drama, Arts and Crafts and Discovery. Campers will be divided into teams based on their age groups of 8-10, 11-13, 13-15 and 15-17 years of age. Camp could not happen without the generosity of nurses, doctors and paramedics giving up their time. It means we can offer ‘home away from home’ care which normally involves giving medications, nebulisers, overnight NG/PEG feeds and dressing changes etc. When you aren’t busy with that, you can join in with group for activities like, kayaking, fishing, climbing, arts & crafts or drama.. Visit www.otw.org.uk to find out more and to start your application Camps this year will be taking place at the Strathallan School in Perth between 9th - 14th July 2023

Over The Wall is a charity that helps children, young people and their families, living in the UK, reach beyond the boundaries of their health challenges to discover a world of mischief, magic and new possibilities. We do this by providing free of charge, transformative activity camps throughout the UK. Teammates are an essential part of the camp, supporting campers throughout their time at Camp, building fantastic relationships whilst encouraging and inspiring and empowering campers as they complete camp activities. Campers will be divided into teams based on the age groups of 8-10, 11-13, 13-15 and 15-17. You will be part of a team of other amazing Volunteers supporting Campers in a wide range of activities, including Archery, Arts and Crafts, Discovery, Sports and Games and encouraging them to reflect on what they have achieved in the evening Cabin Chats. You will also look after the daytime and night-time needs of the Campers in their accommodation. Training is provided both before and at camp to ensure you have all the information you need for the camp to be a great experience for you and the campers. Day Camp Teammate Teammates support campers throughout their time at Camp, building fantastic relationships whilst encouraging, inspiring and empowering campers as they complete camp activities. You will be part of a team of other amazing Volunteers, having fun and creating amazing experiences! Live close to a camp location? Join the camp fun supporting campers during the days of camp and then head back to your home comforts. Please visit www.otw.org.uk to find out more and to start your application Camps this year will be taking place at the Strathallan School in Perth between 9th - 14th July 2023

Do you have some time to spare helping out your local community? Are you interested in making a difference during the cost-of-living crisis? About us Falkirk District Credit Union is a co-operative financial institution, owned and controlled by the members who use its services. Credit Unions are not-for-profit and exist to provide a safe, ethical way for members to save money and access loans and other financial services at reasonable rates. We are regulated by the FCA and PRA and members’ deposits are protected by the FSCS. Who are we looking for? You! When? Attend monthly board meetings (usually Wednesday afternoons) as well as working with smaller groups as and when required. Where? Office is based in Grangemouth which services members living and working in the FK postcode area (Expenses paid) Why? Benefits to volunteering with FDCU: • Gaining experience and developing skills • Learning new and sharing existing skills • Supporting and making a difference to your local community • Meeting new friends

We are looking for someone who has knowledge of video editing who can help us edit videos for courses we are building for our programmes (community strengthening, orphan care, human trafficking, etc.). We are looking for a video editor who can work alongside our course developer 1-2 days a week in a combination of in-person at our Falkirk Centre and remotely.