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Volunteers from Alstom Transportation (Derby) completing a community project for Willington Old School Trust [2024].
About Us
Welcome to South Derbyshire CVS Volunteer Force! our ever-changing world, we are dedicated to adapting and evolving to meet new challenges while providing robust support for volunteers across South Derbyshire. We strive to be the first choice for individuals looking to volunteer and for organisations seeking to recruit and develop their volunteer workforce. fostering a sense of inspiration and shared purpose among our volunteers, we aim to mobilise their strength and showcase the incredible impact they have within our community.
We are committed to making the process of volunteering easy and accessible for everyone. We provide the necessary support and guidance to help individuals and businesses get involved in meaningful volunteer work.
Our Core Values
EMBRACE FEEDBACK
South Derbyshire Volunteer Force, listens to our volunteers. We believe that by actively engaging with our volunteers, we can ensure their happiness and satisfaction. This open communication us to adapt and evolve our services to better meet their needs, fostering a supportive and fulfilling environment for all involved.
PROMOTE
CHANGE
To support and make change happen in volunteering, we can start by fostering community engagement and collaboration among volunteers. Providing training and resources can empower individuals to take initiative and implement new ideas.
Additionally, recognising and celebrating volunteer contributions can motivate others to get involved and create a positive ripple effect.
Together, we can build a stronger, more impactful volunteer network that drives meaningful change.
PEOPLE
FIRST
At South Derbyshire Volunteer Force we recognise that volunteers are individuals with different backgrounds, skills and abilities and we will take this into account when we recruit or refer volunteers.
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We endeavour to ensure that volunteering is inclusive and reflective of society alongside promoting independence for volunteers in their roles, ensuring they are trusted to carry out their roles professionally.
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South Derbyshire Volunteer Force ensure our volunteers receives an appropriate induction and is provided with training and development opportunities.
KEEP IT
SIMPLE
South Derbyshire Volunteer Force endeavour to keep volunteering simple to enhance our volunteers experience and make a positive impact.
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South Derbyshire Volunteer Force have also published a volunteer handbook, simple policies and procedures that make it easy to find all the information a volunteer would need in their role.
Our Commitment to Quality
At South Derbyshire CVS Volunteer Force, we are dedicated to upholding the highest standards in volunteer engagement. Our passion for creating positive volunteering experiences drives us to continuously improve and innovate. We strive to stand out by providing exceptional support and resources to both volunteers and organisations.
Volunteer Policy
[Last Updated March 2023]
Our Commitment to Corporate Collaboration
South Derbyshire Volunteer Force wholeheartedly embraces corporate collaboration a key driver of our success. We therefore endeavour to provide our corporate partners with meaningful staff volunteering opportunities, to help foster a culture of giving back to the community, enhance their personal growth, and strengthen the organisations commitment to social responsibility.
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Together, we can make a positive impact while building stronger connections between your organisation and the community around you.
