JVN Blog

We were telling you earlier this week about Student Volunteering Week, which kicked off on the 21st February.  The fantastic iniative, enjoying it’s tenth year, raises awareness of the personal and professional benefits of volunteeting.

Student Volunteering Week was established in 2001 to raise the profile of student volunteering in universities and colleges. Volunteering England has worked hard to highlight the role that volunteering plays in enhancing personal and professional development and creating cohesion between different communities. The theme for 2011 is ‘Inspiring futures; connecting communities’ and there are numerous […]

The government recently announced that criminal record checks will be overhauled. For those who missed the news: Home Office Announces limit on criminal record checks Only those working ‘closely and regularly’ with children and the vulnerable would need to be vetted.

World Jewish Relief dates back to 1933. Since then, WJR has positioned itself as the leading overseas aid arm of the UK’s Jewish Community. The organisation has actively represented us all in over 30 countries, from Aden to Zimbabwe. It’s Beverley Goodman’s role to help co-ordinate the WJR’s army of dedicated volunteers. Thanks for making […]

The League of Jewish Women has been helping those in need – locally and internationally – since 1943. Today, the LJW are as busy as ever, providing assistance in hospitals, schools, hospices, and day centres, plus are behind various social activities. Jackie Baines, Head of Development and Communications,  works tirelessly for this remarkable volunteer organisation. […]