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.
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.
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
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
-
Marie Curie – Connect, Share and Learn
Training and Events -
Research Data Scotland – Public Engagement Fund
FundingPublic Engagement Fund launched to support community engagement with data Do you want to find ways to engage your community about data? Throughout our lives,…
-
DVVA – Peer to Peer Training
Training and Events -
RSPB – Feed the Birds
Training and Events -
Scottish Refugee Council – Volunteers wanted
VolunteeringVolunteers are essential to our work at Scottish Refugee Council and are valued members of our team. We are looking for a team of new…
-
Scottish Recovery Network – Creating Hope with Peer Support
Training and EventsCreating Hope with Peer Support Dundee: training day Come together to build your confidence in developing supportive peer relationships with people affected by suicide. Click…
-
NHS Tayside – Poverty and Inequality Sensitive Practice
Training and EventsPoverty and Inequality Sensitive Practice Training which will explore equity, equality and stigma surrounding poverty and how it impacts on individuals and our local communities.…
-
LGBT Youth Scotland Vacancy – Youth Worker
VacanciesYouth Worker Based in Dundee Permanent, part-time, 12 hours per week £23,218 to £25,256 per annum, pro-rata (dependent on experience) Are you passionate about youth work…
-
DVVA Vacancy – Building and Office Manager
VacanciesBuilding and Office Manager Duration: Permanent Hours: 21 hours per week Salary: £30,363 to £33,737 [pro rata] DVVA are looking for an experienced…
-
Maramedia – Wildlife in Dundee
Take PartInterested in wildlife? Or don’t believe Dundee has local wildlife wonders of its own? We’re here to find out! We’re looking for locals and…
. 