Aberdeen Volunteer Co-ordinators Forum

Aberdeen City Council granted Civic Hospitality to the Aberdeen Volunteer Co-ordinators Forum to recognise Volunteers Week in Aberdeen.The Civic Reception took place on Tuesday (5th June) 2007 at the Town and County Hall.  The event was opened by the new Lord Provost Peter Stephen and there was an excellent turn-out.  CLANCY (the CLAN Mascot) was also present to welcome volunteers (see pictures above).  Click here for more information about Volunteers Week 2007

What is the Forum?

Aberdeen Volunteer Coordinators Forum is now in its seventh year and continues to promote best practice in the management of volunteers through a strong network of practitioners. The main aims of the Forum are to:

• Provide networking capacity for Volunteer Co-ordinators.
• Offer training opportunities for Volunteer Co-ordinators.
• Offer support opportunities to managers of Volunteers.
• Be a positive voice for volunteering in Aberdeen City.               

The Forum currently has 61 members from a range of volunteer involving organisations across Aberdeen City.

The Forum is support by Aberdeen Volunteers Centre and Volunteer Centre Network Scotland.  

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What can the Forum do for my organisation?

The Forum meets on a regular basis to discuss any topics surrounding the involvement of volunteers in your organisation. 

The Forum can offer advice, support and guidance on good practice.  Through regular meetings, members share information on Policies, Procedures, training and support.

As part of Volunteers Week the Forum organise an annual celebration for all volunteers in Aberdeen City and an event for Volunteer Coordinators to meet and socialise.

By becoming a member, you can also have access to the members area.

Already a member? 

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To find out more information about the forum, including how to join please fill out the enquiry form below.