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 2025-27
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 Inclusion One Stop Shop Padlet
Our fantastic resource hub for broadening Social Inclusion.
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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DVVA Festive message
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Vacancy at Barnardos – Assistant Project Worker
VacanciesClick here for more info - As and When Assistant Project Worker | Barnardo's jobs
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Lived Experience Conversation Café
Take PartShelter are hosting a Conversation Café for people with lived experience of bad housing and/or homelessness. The insight gathered at this session is an essential…
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Free training delivered by Planning Aid Scotland
Training and EventsPlanning Aid Scotland are pleased to share our new programme of free training funded by the Scottish Government through the National Planning Hub. The training…
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Tayport FC Volunteer recruitment
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Trauma Informed Parenting: 6 week online course
Training and EventsWhen school hurts – Tuesdays from 6th January to 10th February: 1.30pm to 3.00pm Are you the single parent of a child who struggles to attend school?…
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Start It, Launch It – Turn your passion in to profit!
Take PartApplications are now open for Business Gateway Tayside's latest free 7 week programme Start It, Grow It to help people start and grow their own…
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Fair Access at Royal Conservatoire Scotland: Creative Gateways Dundee February 2026
Take PartRoyal Conservatoire of Scotland's Fair Access initiative have organised two free events for young people and anyone who works with young people in Dundee. The events…
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Third Sector Response to Savings Consultation
NewsPlease see below an open letter in response to the current Dundee City Council savings consultation, on behalf of the wider Dundee Third Sector and…
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SWIRL Launch Event Invitation
Take PartJoin online to celebrate the launch of SWIRL - Scotland’s new free image library designed to support professionals in creating accessible and inclusive sexual health…
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