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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Vacancies at HMS Unicorn
VacanciesHMS Unicorn in Dundee currently have a number of vacancies available including - Museum Officer | HMS Unicorn - closing 12th May - Operations Manager…
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Nature Detectives family event
Training and EventsNATURE DETECTIVES Where? Wee Forest, Douglas Medical Centre When? Sunday 27 April, 1 - 3PM (drop-in, free activity, all ages) As part of Dundee's City Nature Challenge,…
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Funding Newsletter April 2025
FundingSee our latest newsletter collaboratively produced by DVVA and External Funding (DCC)
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Hot Chocolate open night – 20th May, 6-8pm
Training and EventsHope to see you there! Hot Chocolate Trust The Steeple, Nethergate, Dundee, DD1 4DG 01382 223 880-11 admin@hotchocolate.org.uk www.hotchocolate.org.uk/ Scottish Charity SC035714
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Giving Back : Big Clothes Swap
Training and EventsGiving Back : Clothes Swap Tickets, Sun, May 18, 2025 at 12:30 PM | Eventbrite Please come and join us at Woodlands Hotel on Sunday…
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Re-Launch of Dundee Peer Network
Training and EventsBe part of something rooted in connection, growth and shared purpose. Join us as we relaunch the Dundee Peer Network with a renewed energy and…
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Vacancy at Discover Work
VacanciesOur team is looking for a new Development Assistant to increase our capacity and resilience while supporting our succession planning. The postholder will make a…
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Free Online Training on Child Age Benefits – Social Security Scotland
Training and EventsAs part of Shelter Scotland's ongoing commitment to enhancing the financial resilience and tenancy stability of individuals and families across Scotland, our HSBC project provides…
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SURF Award Shared Learning Workshops & 2025 SURF Awards Launch
Training and EventsA series of SURF (Scottish Regeneration Forum) Award Shared Learning Workshops taking place on the 1st, 8th, 15th and 22nd May. At these events attendees will…
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Aberlour Dundee Services Spring Bulletin 2025
NewsPlease find below Aberlour's Spring Bulletin, letting you know what has been happening at Dundee Services so far this year - Aberlour News Letter March…
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