Volunteers' Week (1-7 June) is the UK's annual celebration of the work volunteers do. It plays a huge part in raising the the profile of volunteers across the UK. In 2009 Volunteers' Week celebrates its 25th anniversary year.
During Volunteers' Week events are held across Scotland and the UK, to recognise, reward and recruit volunteers to publicly thank volunteers and highlight their contribution to local communities.
At the same time individuals are encouraged to to find out more about volunteering.
It's up to you and your organisation to decide how you want to join in the celebration
For more information on Volunteers' Week in Scotland please contact Volunteer Development Scotland on 01786 479593 or your local Volunteer Centre in Scotland who will have plenty of ideas and activities for Volunteers Week in your area of Scotland.
The Volunteers Week website is currently offering the new logo, posters, certificates and flyers for 2009. A simple and free registration process provides you with access to these. Branded merchandise will be available soon from the website from mid-April 2009.
Regular newsletters coming straight to your inbox can also be subscribed to from the Volunteers Week website, keeping you up to date with news, ideas and events around the UK.
Current Volunteers' Week website
VW Newsletters 2009 Issues 901 and 902 are the first of 2009
Volunteers Week Fact Sheets 2008
Time Banking Fact 3
Volunteering and Sport Fact 4
Youth Volunteering Fact 5