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
A socially just, healthy and sustainable Dundee that is culturally diverse where peoples voices are heard and power and decision making is equally shared.
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.
Good Governance
Through a fully supported evaluation process, this award helps organisations develop and enhance their policies and procedures. Once achieved, organisations will have established governance processes that reflect current best practice.
Volunteer Awards 2021
We’re delighted to open nominations for Dundee’s Volunteer Awards 2021!
To recognise and reward the dedication and hard work of Dundee’s volunteers and those who support them we are looking for nominations across eight categories.
If you think you know an individual or team who deserves to be recognised for their commitment to volunteering or supporting volunteers then please complete a nomination form and send it to [email protected].
Deadline for applications is Tuesday 31st August at 5pm
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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NESS’s Sensory Awareness Training has moved online
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Engagement Worker (Mental Health)
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Volunteers Week 2021: In Your Shoes
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Food for Thought from Community Hubs working through Covid-19
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Volunteers Week 2021
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Mental Wealth Academy
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International Day of the Older Person
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Spotlight on Local Mental Health Organisations – Wellbeing Works
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Spotlight on Local Mental Health Organisations – Uppertunity
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Spotlight on Local Mental Health Organisations – Feeling Strong
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