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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Every Life Matters Training with Wellbeing Works
Training and EventsWellbeing Works are hosting multiple suicide awareness training sessions in July, please see below for more details - 9th July - WW Suicide Prevention…
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Vacancy at Includem – Assistant Project Worker
VacanciesAssistant Project Worker– Dundee Hours: 37 hours per week Location: Dundee Salary: £24,242 Notes: Permanent contract We’re looking for an Assistant Project Worker to…
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Vacancy at North East Sensory Services
VacanciesNorth East Sensory Services (NESS) are looking for a Community Fundraiser. Application deadline: Wednesday 25th June 2025 at 12 noon. As a key member…
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Volunteers’ Week 2025 -Volunteering in your Community
NewsVolunteering in your Community You may consider your community to be where you live, or the people you join with who share the same interests…
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The Learning Zone for Parents and Carers
NewsUnderstanding. Coping. Connecting: New Resource for Parents and Carers Cyrenians Scottish Centre for Conflict Resolution Launches ‘Learning Zone’ to Help Parents and Carers Reduce Family…
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FEEDBACK: Dundee Meet the Funders
Take PartA massive thank you to all who came along to Dundee Meet the Funders! With 101 people dropping in and 17 funders/support organisations being present,…
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Abertay University Public Engagement Event
Training and EventsUniversity stakeholders, friends, business contacts, students, staff and alumni are warmly invited to the annual Abertay University Public Engagement Event. Join us for an engaging…
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‘What is Community Engagement in the NHS?’ workshop
Training and EventsHealthcare Improvement Scotland are planning the delivery of free online workshops which are designed to help empower communities to engage with the NHS in Scotland.…
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Scottish Mental Health Arts Festival – Regional Participatory Arts Fund in Dundee
FundingMental Health Foundation are currently inviting applications for a small grants scheme to support participatory arts projects taking place as part of the Scottish Mental…
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Survey for Heritage Volunteers
Take PartAre you a volunteer with a history, culture or nature organisation in Scotland? The Make Your Mark in Volunteering Campaign, a group of heritage…
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