Looking for volunteers?
Sandwell Council of Voluntary Organisations (SCVO) offers support and guidance to help organisations be ‘volunteer-ready’. Staff can work with voluntary organisations to attract and retain new helpers for example, and ensure that volunteers have a safe, productive and beneficial experience.
If you’re a local voluntary or community organisation looking for support visit www.scvo.info or email getinvolved@scvo.info
Interested in volunteering?
SCVO know the value of helping out, so also work to encourage Sandwell residents to boost their confidence, their job prospects and their whole outlook by getting involved in volunteering.
If you’re a Sandwell resident looking for volunteering opportunities go to LetsGoSandwell to see what’s currently on offer. For more information email getinvolved@scvo.info
Safeguarding
From time to time voluntary and community groups are concerned about the wellbeing of one of their service users. Here is a list of useful contacts that will help you to take the right steps.
Reducing the spread of infection in community spaces
Public health have produced some simple guidelines to help community groups reduced the spread of infection in Welcoming Spaces and other community areas.
Guide to using community kitchens
A guide for those who use community kitchens to produce food for public consumption (this includes hot and cold food).
Useful links
Community Participation Innovation Fund End of Year Report 2023