An introductory guide with suggestions for creating a neuro-inclusive environment at every stage of the volunteering journey.
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Volunteer Recognition – Discussion from our Leaders and Managers Network
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May 2025
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A brief guide to loneliness among children and young people at school
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May 2025
 This research-based guide offers a broad overview of what loneliness is, how it affects young people, why it matters so much in educational contexts, and supports thinking about what can...
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Top Tips for Running an Intergenerational Befriending Project (Infographic)
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April 2025
Want to run some intergenerational activity but not sure where to start? This infographic give 5 top tips for how to make it happen.
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Funds and Fundraising for the Befriending Sector
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February 2025
A digital toolkit with top tips and resources to help you find and apply for funding.
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Shifting Sands planning support guide
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January 2025
An SCVO guide to help Chief Executives, leadership teams and trustees of voluntary organisations with planning in uncertain times.
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Befriending Networks Membership Logo 2025
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December 2024
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Upcoming Training and Events
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October 2024
Find out more about the available courses for November 2024 to February 2025.
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Community & Grassroots Fundraising
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October 2024
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CRM Systems for Volunteer Management
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October 2024
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Good Practice Procedure – Steps for Closing Down a Befriending Project
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September 2020
Guidance to help support your organisation if your project has to close
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Training Catalogue for 2024: An overview
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January 2024
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Befriending Networks Training and Events Catalogue 2024
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January 2024
A catalogue of all training and events available including networking, masterclasses and topical events.
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Engagement and Participation with Children and Young People Guidance
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June 2024
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Befriending Agreement – Guidance
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June 2024
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Wythnos Gwirfoddolwyr – Volunteers Thank You Certificate
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May 2024
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Staying safe at the holidays / Cadw’n ddiogel yn ystod gwyliau’r gaeaf
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December 2023
Many community projects shut their doors over the winter break. Here are some suggestions to help you consider your options and resources in advance. (Bilingual)
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Top Tips for Getting the Most out of Volunteering / Awgrymiadau da ar Gyfer Cael y Gorau Owirfoddoli
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May 2023
To ensure you find volunteering a rewarding experience, here are our top tips to make the most out of the opportunity. (Bilingual)
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