Social action

Volunteer Voices podcast

In our special Volunteers’ Week podcast, now available to watch, we bring together a vibrant panel of volunteers, from teenagers to retirees, each sharing their unique journey and the powerful ripple effects of their actions.

Young people leading the change for their future

May 15, 2025May 15, 2025

Ipswich has played host to one of six National Youth Strategy ‘Hack’ events, bringing together 150 young people from across Suffolk to have their say on the future of youth services in England.

New funding from BBC Children in Need to support Youth Social Action

November 19, 2024November 19, 2024

We are delighted to announce an exciting new funding award from BBC Children in Need, supporting youth social action work in Ipswich and Blackpool.

Ipswich Hope Hack

At the Ipswich Hope Hack, young people created a series of proposals that span across media and marketing, poverty and inequality, education, and racism and division, showcasing their commitment to creating a positive impact

PROJECT

Youth Switching On Ipswich

A collaboration between young people, and the Ipswich Youth Social Action Team, to put the youth voice at the heart of decisions being made in the town.

OPPORTUNITY

Pembrokeshire Community Hub Volunteer

An opportunity to provide telephone assistance and support to Pembrokeshire residents.

OPPORTUNITY

Commonwealth War Graves Volunteer (Barnsley)

Working together to maintain Memorials and Commonwealth War Graves in Barnsley.

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Volunteering Matters is a registered charity in England and Wales no. 291222 and in Scotland no. SC039171. Volunteering Matters is a company limited by guarantee no. 1435877.

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