Case Studies

Sophia is a Full-Time Volunteer who supports a young man with a disability who is studying at Sheffield Hallam University.

Lea volunteers in a school with children with disabilities, and she loves it. She feels she has grown in confidence and has developed her personality, getting to know her strengths and her flaws.

James (whose official name is Chih-Chien Chiang) is a full-time volunteer from Taiwan, who is based in London. He supports a BBC journalist with his everyday routine at work.

Sandy spent a year as a full-time volunteer on project Vocal, supporting people with learning disabilities to become actively involved in their community by volunteering.

Ever wondered what a full-time volunteer actually does? Each opportunity is different, and we heard from Larry who volunteers for the disability and well being service at the London School of Economics.

“I have never felt more commended for being the person that I am.”

“I think volunteering can make a huge difference in people’s lives and really change the community that we get involved with.”

“Nothing is more rewarding than seeing her enjoy trying new things that she wouldn’t normally have the opportunity to do.”

“My current job is CEO of Bluebell Wood Children’s Hospice. I’m sure I wouldn’t be here now if it weren’t for the experience I gained with CSV.”

“Volunteers have enabled me to go to social activities, travel to different countries, to get a degree; to live my life.”