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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Shelter Scotland Vacancy – Housing Rights Worker
VacanciesLocation: Dundee/Aberdeen Contract type: Permanent Salary: £31,600 per annum Hours: 37.5 hours per week Closing date: Sunday 26th October, 23:30 Do you have some experience of advice work, preferably…
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Giving Back – Free Clothes and Footwear 9th October
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Corra’s Racial Equality Fund
FundingCorra's Racial Equity Fund Launches Corra’s Racial Equity Fund provides unrestricted, multi-year grants of up to £50,000 to organisations that are led by, and working…
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Vacancy – DVVA Trustee
VacanciesDVVA are now looking for a Trustee to join their Board. If you believe you or someone you know are right for the position, please…
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NESS Vacancy – Vision Rehabilitation Specialist Joint Sensory Team
VacanciesNorth East Sensory Services Role: Vision Rehabilitation Specialist Joint Sensory Team Location: Based in the Dundee office Hours: Full Time 36.25 hours per week…
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Online Training: supporting workers to manage disclosures of selling or exchanging sex
Training and EventsTo increase the skills and confidence of workers in managing disclosures of selling or exchanging sex, CSE Aware is offering a free online training session…
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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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Scottish Centre for Conflict Resolution – Mediator and Mediation Skills Training Course
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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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