Community Development and Engagement
Our priority is to get more people more connected with their communities – reducing social isolation and improving health and well being for all.
Promoting and supporting local community and voluntary action
Our Vision
Our Vision is of a strong and sustainable third sector that can make a lasting contribution to the health, wellbeing and prosperity of the people and communities of Dundee.
SALTIRE - Youth volunteering
Whether you are already volunteering or just thinking about it, Saltire Awards are for you! If you are aged between 12 and 25 you will be eligible to take part.
Community Mental Health and Wellbeing Fund 2024-25
The Scottish Government's Fund’s aimed at to supporting communities, enabling them to create the conditions for good mental health and wellbeing at a population level whilst ensuring access to a range of support to match their needs.
Social Isolation One Stop Shop Padlet
Our fantastic resource hub for tackling Social Isolation.
Mental Health Third Sector Forum Padlet
A shared space for Third Sector organisations with an interest in mental health and wellbeing to share information. Check here regularly for the latest information, events, training and funding opportunities
Funding
Find out about funding opportunities, other support and take a look at our funding newsletter
Become a member
Dundee Volunteer and Voluntary Action recognises our members as a vital part of the governance and accountability of our organisation. Membership is open to all Third Sector organisations (charitable, voluntary and community groups) as well as individuals and corporate organisations.
As a member, you will enjoy the following benefits:
- Regular information updates
- Discounted rates on our room bookings, training and events
- The right to vote at the AGM or other General Meetings of the organisation
- A say in the governance of DVVA and the chance to be elected to the Board
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Fairer Futures Partnerships and Dundee Third Sector Interface Opportunity – DVVA Commission
VacanciesFairer Futures Partnerships and Dundee Third Sector Interface Opportunity Fairer Future Partnerships are Scotland’s opportunity to deliver lasting change on child poverty; through collaboration,…
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Self employment event with OPFS and Business gateway
Training and EventsOne Parent Families Scotland is running a self employment event with Business Gateway. Sarah Young will be coming along to the OPFS offices in Fintry…
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Scottish Centre for Conflict Resolution – Mediator and Mediation Skills Training Course
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Free Online Web Development Workshop – Teach the Nation & Ada Scotland Festival
Take PartWe’re delighted to share a free online opportunity for females in Scotland to explore careers in tech through a hands-on introduction to web development, as part…
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Vacancy at V&A Dundee
VacanciesPlease see below a job description for a current vacancy at V&A Dundee, managed by Gregor at Dundee City Council's Employability Service. Please contact Gregor…
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Inspiring Scotland – Outdoor Community Play Main Grants Fund 2026-2028
FundingOutdoor Community Play Main Grants Fund 2026-2028 Funding is available for community-based opportunities for children and families to play outdoors in local green,…
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Cranfield Trust: Third Sector Strategy + Project Planning Workshop
Training and EventsJoin experts Stephen Cahill and John Barnett from the Cranfield Trust as they guide you on how to develop an effective strategy and project plan…
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Scottish Recovery Network: Lunch & Learn
Training and EventsScottish Recovery Network is collaborating with Dundee Volunteer and Voluntary Action (DVVA) to deliver a free one hour online lunch and learn session that will…
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Families Outside COD-accredited training for professionals
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Monifieth Befrienders Vacancy – Intergenerational Coordinator
Vacancies
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