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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DWP announces “Right to Try” for disabled benefit claimants.
VolunteeringNew legislation announced by the Department for Work & Pensions on Thursday 9 April will remove barriers to work (and volunteering) for disabled benefit claimants,…
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Changes to PVG Membership Scheme
Org SupportDisclosure (Scotland) Act 2020 1 April 2026 – Five-year PVG scheme membership now in place – The Disclosure Act brings in the change to a five-year PVG…
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New Guide for Entrepreneurs from Firstport
Org SupportNew Guide for Entrepreneurs Firstport has launched a guide designed to help social entrepreneurs better understand and navigate social investment. Making sense of social investment…
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Developing Community Business Income Streams – webinar recording
Org SupportDeveloping Community Business Income Streams In the below webinar recording from SSE, learn how you can grow your income by sharpening your offer, and with…
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Full Cost Recovery Guidance from TSI Scotland Network
FundingFull Cost Recovery Guidance In April 2026, the TSI Scotland Network launched guidance for both funders and providers applying for funding on Full Cost Recovery.…
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Practitioner vacancy with Apex Scotland
VacanciesApex Scotland are recruiting for a Practitioner covering Tayside on their Upside Service, which is the National Prison Throughcare Service. They are looking a community…
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MAXwell Centre and Garden Outdoor events for May/June
Training and Events -
Have Your Say on the Draft Palliative Care Strategy – Public Engagement Events
Training and EventsThe below poster includes dates, times and locations for a series of structured engagement sessions, where people can hear more about the draft strategy and…
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Workshops – Domestic Abuse Risk Management in Young People’s Relationships
Training and EventsWorkshops - Domestic Abuse Risk Management in Young People's Relationships Since 2018, Dundee City has had the highest level of domestic abuse incidents recorded…
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Compassionate Conversations online training – Cruse Scotland
Training and EventsCompassionate Conversations online training - Cruse Scotland 1 Jun Developing your confidence and reducing anxiety when talking about death, dying, and bereavement in a compassionate…
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