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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SWAN Wellbeing Walks – Scottish Women’s Autism Network
Training and EventsSWAN (Scottish Women’s Autism Network) is an autistic-led charity delivering services, information and support for and by autistic women and non-binary people across Scotland since…
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The Climate and Energy Gathering
Training and EventsFEL Scotland is hosting the Climate and Energy Gathering 2026 to bring together community organisations, businesses, individuals and local authorities working in energy efficiency, sustainable energy…
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Event: Repair Café Booking & Admin Systems Online Forum
Training and EventsEvent: Repair Café Booking & Admin Systems Online Forum Join Circular Communities for this lunchtime online networking event from the Share & Repair Network for…
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Women and Girls Match Fund 2026
FundingBig Give have opened applications for a new funding available for women and girls charities - Applications are now open for the Women and Girls Match…
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The state of Scottish volunteering
VolunteeringVolunteering in Scotland is showing signs of recovery after falling to a low of 18% in 2023, with formal participation rising to 25% in 2024.…
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Free Employability Course Designed for Single Parents in Angus & Dundee
Training and EventsOne Parent Families Scotland are offering a Free Employability Course Designed for Single Parents in Angus & Dundee, see below for more - We are…
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New Spirituality resource seminar from Talking Mats
Training and EventsTalking Mats have a new Spirituality resource which will be explored via an online seminar on May 7th from 1 - 2pm. This resource offers…
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GrantNest – CIC funding resource
FundingGrantNest is a small UK project that helps CICs find funding they can apply for. Click here for their GrantNest Flyer, and here to get…
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Sandyford Adult Gender Service in Glasgow waiting list
Org SupportSandyford Adult Gender Service in Glasgow is carrying out an exercise where they get in touch with everyone on their waiting list, and Scottish Trans (a…
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BSL classes at Deaf Links – starting August 2026
Training and Events
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