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Why Volunteer?

Volunteering is not just about giving - it is a two-way exchange of skills and experience. Many people volunteer for different reasons including to:

Gain new skills

Build confidence and self esteem.

Try out a new area of work

Build up contacts to help find a paid job

Stop their skills going rusty

Get a reference

Give structure to life

Improve their English

Get used to an office environment

Ease themselves back into work

Help people

Meet new people

Experience different cultures

Have fun!