Young volunteers
Volunteering is a great way to learn and develop new skills, gain experience for future employment and 'give back' to an organisation that has previously offered you support. It's also a great way to get to know and help your local community.
Why volunteer?
Rosie's story
Rosie's story
Rosie volunteers with the NCH&C NHS Trust in the Stroke Rehabilitation Ward in Norwich. In the video on the right she explains why she would recommend volunteering to a friend. She was 16 at the time of recording, but she feels that volunteering has given her confidence that she can draw on in all areas of life.
Click the button below to watch a longer video about Rosie's volunteering experience.
Flourish Youth Awards for Volunteering and Participation.
What are they and who are they for?
What are they and who are they for?
What is Flourish?
Norfolk's shared ambition for all children and young people. Inspired by the things children and young people said were important to them.
- Family and friends
- Access to learning
- The opportunity to lead a good life
- Being understood
- Building resilience
- Respect for their individuality
- Feeling safe
- Being healthy
The awards recognises young people's volunteering and participation and the impact it has on their community as well as on their own personal development.
The awards are open to any 11-25 year olds in Norfolk who are involved in a volunteering or participation project.
How do I achieve the award?
- Check the organisation you support is running the award, if they're not you could suggest it to them.
- Set your goal! This will be achieved through your volunteering or participation and be linked to one of the FLOURISH letters.
- Participate or volunteer for at least 5 hours related to your goal with support from your organisation and receive your award!!
Opportunities
These opportunities are listed as being suitable for under 18's
Charity Shop Volunteer
We are in need of volunteers at our charity shops. Roles include putting items through the till, general cleaning, sorting through donations etc Posted by PACT Animal SanctuaryCharity Shop Volunteer - Dove Street, Norwich
We are in need of volunteers at our charity shops. Roles include putting items through the till, general cleaning, sorting through donations etcPosted by PACT Animal Sanctuary
Summer Reading Challenge Volunteer - Story Garden
Norfolk Libraries will be running our Story Garden Summer Reading Challenge in the Summer holidays and we're looking for volunteers aged 13-25 to help.Posted by Norfolk Library and Information Service
Charity Shop Retail Volunteer- EACH Halesworth
Do you want to gain valuable retail and admin experience while supporting a fantastic local charity?Posted by EACH
Visitor & Host Support Volunteer - Willow Therapy Unit
Support visitors to the Willow Therapy Unit, oversee the Patient Coffee Club &ensure the Unit’s day area is a welcoming and enjoyable environment for patients.Posted by Voluntary Norfolk - NCH&C Volunteer Service
Volunteers needed for Scouting supporting young people aged 6-8 yrs (Beavers)
We are looking for volunteers to expand our teams so we can offer fun and adventure for more boys & girls aged 6 upto 8 years old from Watton and Wayland.Posted by Norfolk ScoutsStudent Volunteering
Student volunteering is a great way to give back, while also boosting your own personal and professional development. It’s good for employability, great for mental health, brings communities together, and even helps protect the environment.
News & events
Student Volunteer Week
Young people and volunteering survey
Registration and use of the messaging function on Get InVOLved is available for those over 14 years old, if you are younger or don’t wish to register, we advise a parent/ guardian or responsible adult to register and communicate with organisations regarding roles on your behalf. You can also reach out to us to discuss options