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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] 

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