Volunteer Edinburgh

Our Mission: Volunteer Edinburgh exists to involve more people more effectively in volunteering to solve problems and enrich communities. Volunteer Edinburgh does this through leadership, brokerage and inclusion. Our Values: Inclusiveness Free will and choice Positive Change Volunteering for social or community benefit Partnership Our Strategic Outcomes People in Edinburgh are Inspired to Volunteer. People have an excellent volunteering experience. Policy makers and funders have access to the best possible expertise and evidence about volunteering policy and practice. Volunteer Centre Edinburgh is well governed and managed and a great place to work or volunteer. Our Intermediate Outcomes Volunteering is actively promoted throughout the city. Volunteering is inclusive and accessible to all. Edinburgh is a city of lifelong volunteering. The interests of volunteering are represented in Community Planning and on strategic partnerships and networks. Evidence about the impact of volunteering and volunteering good practice is embedded in appropriate policies and strategies. Policy-makers, funders and volunteer involving agencies have access to specialist advice about volunteering. Agencies are supported in improving practice in working with volunteers. Volunteering is rewarded and recognised. People have access to Information, advice and guidance about volunteering choices. Volunteer Centre Edinburgh is a Registered Scottish Charity SCO29681.