Youth A.I.D. | Lewisham

Volunteering

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Youth A.I.D - Lewisham have been awarded funding from the v (youth volunteering) (for more information on v go to www.wearev.com) to increase the volunteering opportunities open to young people aged 16-25.

The programme builds on the achievements of our long established Young Leadership Programme 'learning and growing by doing'.

We acknowledge that volunteering is a dynamic catalyst in the social, cultural, educational, and economic development of young people. Volunteering is a much underused resource in the lives of young people locally and nationally - we intend to make a difference to this picture.

We see volunteering as playing an important role in providing three of the Every Child Matters 5 Outcomes for young people:

Enjoying & Achieving - getting the most out of life and developing skills
Making a positive contribution - to their community and society
Economic Wellbeing - the experience of volunteering is an excellent preparation for education and employment.

Why Volunteer?

Experience
Face new challenges
Skills
Fun
Interaction
Meet New People
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Volunteering Opportunities

Walk for Water for Africa, Greenford - 9.30am-11.30am, Saturday 1 May
It's World Water Day, and in partnership with Greenford Methodist Church, Operation Wellfound have organised a sponsored water collecting event.

Participants will be collecting water from the River Brent and carrying it the length of Greenford Broadway in a race against time, to see who can collect the most water. The event will highlight the plight of rural Africans, who spend one quarter of every day fetching water from remote locations.

Volunteer stewards are needed to help the event run smoothly. After the race, they are free to join in with the day where their will be a barbecue and a steel band.

If you are interested in participating, please phone phone: Alex Wright on 0207 998 7376 or email alexwright@operationwellfound.org

The Playtex Moonwalk 2010, Hyde Park - Saturday 15 May 6pm & Sunday 16 May 12pm
The Playtex MoonWalk is the spectacular moonlit marathon walk around London in aid of vital breast cancer research and care. It features over 15000 participants in their iconic and fabulously decorated bras enjoying a night of live entertainment on stage before setting out on their courageous challenges.

Volunteers are required to help marshal around London's famous landmarks, join speedy cycle teams, present medals at the finish line, drive bramobiles, or take on one of a host of different roles at Playtex City. Visit www.walkthewalk.org for more information on volunteer roles and registration.

Cancer Research UK Race for Life, Regents Park - 11am-2.30pm, Saturday 22 May
Cancer Research UK Race for Life, Hampstead - 11am-2.30pm, Sunday 6 June
Cancer Research UK Race for Life, Crystal Palace - 11am-2.30pm, Sunday 6 June
Cancer Research UK Race for Life, City of London - 10.30am-2pm, Sunday 13 June
Cancer Research UK Race for Life, Enfield - 11am-2.30pm, Sunday 20 June
Cancer Research UK Race for Life, Battersea Park - 7.30pm-11pm, Sunday 20 June

Cancer Research UK's Race for Life 2010, is the UK's largest women only fundraising event where thousands of women all round the country come together to share amazing moments and simply walk, jog or run 5k to raise money to help beat cancer.

There are over 230 Race for Life events around the country this summer from May to the end of July. In 2010, over 700,000 women will come together to raise over £60 million to fund Cancer Research UK's life-saving work.

Race for Life are looking for volunteers in the London area to help out at our events throughout the summer. They need people to help with setting up the marquees, handing out goodie bags after the race and generally being willing to get stuck in and help out with any job that needs doing. Food vouchers will be provided, as well as a volunteer T-shirt. If you are interested in helping out, please see the website www.raceforlife.org/support-race-for-life/volunteer.aspx for more details and to register.

The Stroke Association's Thames Bridges Bike Ride 2010 - Sunday 23 May
Starting at Southwark Park, this sponsored cycle passes through the historic city of London and along the picturesque towpaths of the River Thames. Cyclists can enjoy the beautiful surroundings of Battersea and Richmond Parks en route before ending on a high note in Hurst Park near Hampton Court.

Volunteers are needed to make this event run smoothly. Volunteer roles include Start Team, Route Marshal, Pit Stop Crews and Finish Team.

Interested? To find out more, phone: 020 7940 1351 or email amber.gill@stroke.org.uk

BUPA London 10,000 - Bank Holiday Monday 31 May
The 10k circuit incorporates some of the Olympic Marathon circuit that will be used in the 2012 games, starting on the Mall and finishing in front of Buckingham Palace. WaterAid is seeking volunteers to support those running for WaterAid and help the day go smoothly. There are many roles, from marshalling to cheering, collecting donations to putting up signs and banners.

Please call 020 7793 2232 or email events@wateraid.org if you are interested in volunteering.

Spitalfields Music Summer Festival 2010, EC1 - Friday 11 June to Saturday 26 June
Volunteer roles available: Stewards and first aid volunteers.

Induction: Initial meeting 3 June (tbc) with staff and event briefings prior to each session.

Some roles may not be suitable for everyone, but we provide a range of things to cater for the individual's skill set and needs.

Contact: Helen Bailey, Spitalfields Music, volunteers@spitalfieldsmusic.org.uk 020 7377 0287

City of London Festival, various venues across London - Monday 21 June to Friday 6 August
City of London Festival are seeking bright, enthusiastic and friendly individuals to volunteer as stewards at this year's exciting City of London Festival. A fantastic opportunity to enjoy a wide range of concerts, including jazz, world music, dance and classical. A chance to see some of the city's most beautiful and unique venues, including many that are usually closed to the public. Access to a diverse range of indoor and outdoor performances with flexible shifts to suit your availability. A great way to gain valuable work experience in Arts and Events Management

For more information on the City of London Festival visit www.colf.org. If you are interested in this opportunity please email laura@colf.org or call 020 7583 3585.

Greenwich and Docklands International Festival, SE10 - Thursday 24 June to Sunday 4 July
The Greenwich and Docklands International Festival offers ten days of surprising, surreal and spectacular outdoor arts events. This free arts festival attracted 50,000 spectators last year, and will include dance and theatrical performances by international artists. Volunteers are required to help direct and steward members of the public, giving them information on how to access events. All volunteer expenses will be reimbursed. An induction evening will be held on 15th May.

For more information, phone 020 8305 5025 or email volunteer@festival.org

Pride London - Saturday 3 July
Pride London is a two week festival using theatre, music, debate, art and entertainment to raise awareness of discrimination and the issues and difficulties affecting the lives of LGBT people around the world. In its seventh year, it draws crowds in excess of a million people. They are recruiting 300 stewards for the LGBT parade.

For more information, visit http://www.pridelondon.org/getinvolved/volunteering

London Triathalon - Saturday 7 - Sunday 8 August
WaterAid is seeking volunteers to support people who are participating in the London Triathlon raising money for better water and sanitation in the developing world. The triathlon is a thrilling event including running, swimming and cycling. Last year, three WaterAid participants even ran the course dressed in a toilet costume!

From marshalling to cheering, collecting donations to putting up signs and banners, some extra pairs of hands will ensure the event goes smoothly. There is always something to do.

Please call 020 7793 2232 or email events@wateraid.org if you are interested.

Women's Rugby World Cup, Rugby House TW1 1DS - Friday 20 August to Sunday 5 September
Team volunteers, event volunteers, venue volunteers, medical volunteers, administrators and IT volunteers needed to support the Women's Rugby World Cup tournament.

Volunteers must be willing to attend a one day induction and training day before the event.

Contact: Hollyhart@rfu.com or call Holly at 020 8831 7482

British Red Cross - Charity Shop Volunteering
Did you know you can volunteer in a Red Cross charity shop in England and gain a National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) in retail at the same time? NVQ's are available through each of the 22 British Red Cross charity shops across London. For more information, visit http://www.redcross.org.uk/standard.asp?id=88585.