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X-WR-CALNAME:Voluntary Action LeicesterShire (VAL)
X-WR-CALDESC:Voluntary Action LeicesterShire (VAL) is a charity that helps people and communities across Leicester and Leicestershire to change their lives for the better. We do this through direct support services and by empowering the local voluntary and community sector to make a lasting impact.
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SUMMARY:Recruiting and Retaining Volunteers
DESCRIPTION:Participants will explore the full volunteer journey, from promoting opportunities and recruiting the right people, to induction, training, and ongoing support.\nWhat you’ll learn\nBy the end of the session, you will be able to:\n\nUnderstand how to recruit volunteers effectively\nExplore different ways to promote volunteering opportunities\nLearn good practice for inducting and training volunteers\nPrepare to manage, support, and value volunteers\n\nHow the course works\nThe session is delivered through a mix of short presentations, group discussions, and practical activities. Learners will have opportunities to reflect on their own practice, share experiences, and develop ideas they can take back to their organisation.\nWhat’s included\n\nInteractive exercises and worksheets\nPractical tools and checklists\nOpportunities to learn from others\nSignposting to further support and resources\n\nWho it’s for:\nStaff, volunteers, and trustees involved in recruiting or managing volunteers wo are based in Leicester or Leicestershire\n\n\n    \n\n		\n        \n			        \n     \n
URL:https://valonline.org.uk/events/recruiting-and-retaining-volunteers/
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LOCATION:9 Newarke Street, Leicester, LE1 5SN
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