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Power of Youth Charter
At Volunteering Matters, we believe that empowering young people to make a difference through youth social action is the key to a better future for everyone. We are committed to ensuring that young…

#iwill Week 2023
#iwill Week is an annual opportunity for us all to showcase young people’s incredible initiative in making positive change to their communities. This year it runs from November 20th until November…

Volunteering Matters welcomes Amanda Naylor OBE as new Chief Executive
We are delighted to announce the appointment of Amanda Naylor OBE as Volunteering Matters’ new Chief Executive, effective of 1st January 2024.

New Wolsey 550 ‘Safety’ themed mural created by young people in Ipswich
In a wonderful celebration of youth social action, a vibrant mural with symbolic flower designs has been unveiled on Buttermarket in Ipswich. 

Volunteering Matters awarded NCS grant to empower local young people
We are excited to announce the launch of a new community experience programme, which has been funded by NCS (National Citizen Service) to support young people in Suffolk.

Refugee Week 2023: Survival Stories, Sails on the Winds of Change
This Refugee Week we reflect on Survival Stories and the positive impact of art in supporting refugees and people seeking asylum to engage with their new communities.

The Big Help Out, a chance for change
Volunteering Matters’ Policy and Public Affairs Officer, George Fielding, shares his thoughts on what The Big Help Out means to volunteering, to those who volunteer and to communities across the UK.

Acclaimed Artist Inspires Care Experienced Young People
Thanks to inspiration and support from acclaimed artist, Ciara Callaghan, Grandmentors’ young people triumph at art exhibition in Milton Keynes.

Diamond Day Thank You
We closed our 60th anniversary year activities by bringing volunteers together for Diamond Day to thank them for all their work across UK communities.

Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Anti-Racist (EDIA) approach
Our Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Anti-Racist (EDIA) approach 2023-2025 aims to create a solid foundation from which to systematically build an equitable and inclusive organisation.

Youth Social Action at the YMCA
Maria and Alex bring youth social action to their local YMCA, taking the time to find out more about the centre.

A new approach to Youth Social Action
Student volunteers from Garratt Park School are a fantastic example of young people improving things for others in their communities through youth social action projects.