vinvolved

vinvolved is a scheme which will give young people more places to go, more things to do and more people to meet, will make a diifference to the community and provide national recognition for young peopple's efforts.

vinvolved aims to...

inspire a million volunteers aged 16-25 years by creating and sustaining a wide range of volunteering opportunities within Staffordshire.
place young people into opportunities that interest them or care about or are passionate about .
promote and advocate volunteering for young people.
ensure that every young person has the opportunity to volunteer.
recognise young people who volunteer and helps them to work towards a nationally recognised v award.

Why volunteer?

Volunteering helps you to:

Build your confidence and self esteem by helping you do things you thought you couldn't - even things you thought weren't possible!
Make new friends by mixing with new people who are into the same things and form new friendships on the way.
Make a difference if you're upset that there is nothing for young people to do in your community. Get vinvolved and make a difference!
Improve your chances of getting a job because V on your CV is something employers respect and may help you towards your dream job.
Gain new skills and do the things you've always wanted to do

The v awards

The v awards recognise young people for their volunteering and highlights some of the skills they have learnt during their volunteering experience. There are a number of different awards:

After logging 15 hours of volunteering young people receive a 15 hour award which is offered in conjunction with Staffordshire Young People's Service.
For those who would like to continue volunteering there is the v50 award which allows young people to log the hours they have done in a volunteering placement and to reflect on the project and identify the impact they have had on their community.
After the v50 award young people can move on to the v Impact Awards where young people choose one of the following awards to apply for: passions, skills, community, campaigning or leadership.
The v thank you award celebrates the young peoples' success through volunteering.