Volunteering
Sam De Marco - Volunteering Officer
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Volunteering is such a great and personal way to give back. By giving your time you are able to make new friends at uni, create memories you won’t forget and make yourself stand out for employers, all whilst you directly help amazing and deserving causes.
Volunteering In The Community
Kenilworth Fireworks (Saturday November 3rd)In a repeat of last year’s success, we will soon be looking for volunteers to help marshal at Kenilworth’s spectacular annual fireworks show. A fantastic experience for internationals wanting to witness a UK Bonfire Night. Stay tuned for more details!
WCRC Did you know that Warwick has it’s own cancer research centre? No? Neither do a lot of people! That’s why last term we founded RAG’s own Warwick Cancer Research Centre Funding Committee. This year the committee will be working to bring you fresh volunteering opportunities and fundraising events, all in the name of raising awareness of the WCRC, and raising funds so that they can continue their life-changing research. A Few Charities We’re Working With: Fairybricks: A unique charity with one simple goal: to brighten lives by donating Lego bricks to hospitalised children. YMCA Coventry and Warwickshire: The largest and oldest youth charity in the world, making an impact in lives of young people across the world, YMCA has a Coventry branch that we have worked with in the past. World Child Cancer: WCC believes that no child, regardless of circumstance, should not have equal access to treatment and care for cancer. They work to support children with cancer, as well as their families worldwide. If you're interested in signing up, keep an eye for the event on our Facebook page! |
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International Volunteering
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Machu Picchu TrekMachu Picchu- Follow in the footsteps of the Spanish Conquistadors and early 20th Century explorers as you cross the high Peruvian Andes in search of Machu Picchu, the Lost City of the Inca. The trek route departs from the bustling colonial mountain town of Cusco and winds its way through breathtaking mountain passes, past sacred mountains and on through humid jungle trails to reach the fabled ruins of Machu Picchu. You'll be supporting Action Against Hunger who work around the world fighting malnutrition and who have a large number of projects in Peru itself!
Fundraising ~ £3000 Promo- Term 1 Week 3 |
East African Playgrounds- Uganda Gorilla TrekTake on the challenge of trekking and canoeing through the foothills of volcanoes and the lakes of Western Uganda. Experience the landscape, culture and wildlife of the country as you pass through a variety of different terrains, altitudes and beauties, staying on small islands at the heart of local communities along the way. Spend an unforgettable day finding the last remaining silverback gorillas, feeling like a true explorer as you cut your way through the underbrush to find the gentle giants, before spending a breathtaking hour in their company, watching, observing, and walking alongside them. Finally transform an empty field into a safe and exciting playground for generations to enjoy, whilst running creative play sessions with the children: teaching them to make the most of their imagination in education and employment. Immerse yourself in a community, learn some local language, and make a huge impact with a small charity that will last for years and years to come.
Fundraising ~ £2500 Promo- Term 1 Week 4 |
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Ongoing, Online Opporunities
The MixExamples of roles:
Volunteer Counsellor: Join an in-house counselling team to offer short term interventions to young people. Boards Moderator – Become a moderator for message boards by supporting young people, signposting and fostering community relations. Peer Editor – Are you interested in getting online editorial experience? The Mix is looking for Peer Editors to assist the content team in post moderating Your Voices. |
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100 Word ChallengeRead themed short stories written by primary school children and offer constructive advice to help them develop their creative writing skills.
A completely flexible volunteering opportunity. |
Seeing EarOnline, flexible opportunity. All you need to do is read!
Volunteers will need to read the digital copy of the book and ensure it is identical to the text within the scanned copy of the book. |
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Make sure to join the Warwick RAG Volunteers Facebook page to keep up to date with all of our volunteering opportunities! We always have new opportunities come up throughout the year, so keep an eye out!