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Discover the amazing benefits of volunteering
Volunteering is more than just giving your time, it's an opportunity to grow personally and professionally, connect with others and make a positive impact.
Did you know that volunteering can help you to:
Boost your employability prospects by:
- Gaining practical experience and transferable skills such as teamwork, time management and communication
- Enhancing your CV and applications to stand out to future employers
- Road testing career paths
Enrich your university experience by:
- Making new friends and meeting like-minded people
- Having fun
- Making the most of your spare time
Make a difference by:
- Contributing to causes you're passionate about
- Helping to create a positive impact through one-off, short term or regular volunteering
Boost mental wellbeing:
- Studies show that volunteering can reduce stress and improve mood
- Gain a sense of purpose and fulfilment by helping others
Discover new perspectives:
- Learn about different cultures, communities, and gain rewarding life experiences.
- Broaden your worldview and expand your personal and professional network
If you have any questions or need help with starting your volunteering journey, email [email protected]