Volunteering Opportunities

Be the voice that drives change. Shape the future of student life.

The Change Collective is an opportunity for you to contribute to meaningful change across campus. By joining, you’ll be part of a diverse community dedicated to shaping the Student Union’s decisions through research, roundtables, and focus groups.

This isn’t just about sharing your thoughts – it’s about making an impact that matters. As a member of the Change Collective, you’ll play a vital role in influencing policy, improving services, and creating a better experience for all students.

Why Join?

• Drive Change: Share your perspectives on key issues that affect student life.
• Shape the Future: Your insights will help inform decisions and shape the SU’s future strategies.
• Meet Like-Minded Students: Connect with others who are passionate about making a difference.
• Get Rewarded: Enjoy rewards and incentives for participating in discussions, workshops, and more.
   

Ready to Make a Difference?

Sign up today and be a part of the Change Collective. Your voice is powerful – let it be heard.

We are looking for volunteers to support us in the following roles:

Front of House

Stockroom

Signposting

Further information:

You must have availability on most Thursdays - we don’t expect you to commit to every Thursday.

You must be able to offer at least two hours of your time.

You must be available to attend Essentials Hub training on Wednesday 06 November, at 1.00pm - 4.00pm

Essentials Hub training is accredited, which means that you could achieve a Continuous Professional Development (CPD) certificate in ‘The Essentials Hub Volunteering Programme.

Register your interest in volunteering by Emailing Essentials@uclan.ac.uk

This Project aims to:

Give students access to a professional outfit suitable for interviews, free of charge 

Ensure less clothing goes to landfill sites and gets a second life.

Create opportunities for student collaboration by running fashion upcycling events.

Give experience in a retail environment. 

What will volunteers be doing in the project? 

There will be a range of ways you can get involved ! From promoting the wardrobe and reaching out to businesses for donations to sorting through clothing and helping to run weekly wardrobe sessions. The project is in its infancy so you will be able to shape the future of the working wardrobe.

Micro volunteering is perfect for those who don't have much spare time and like to work whilst 'on the go'. Skills or previous experience isn't needed and it can be done from anywhere in the world and even in your PJ's. It is a chance for you to make a difference even if life doesn't let you commit to a project.

What types of things does Micro volunteering include 

• Sharing social media posts and creating conversations online.
• Signing petition letters or handing out flyers for Student Union campaigns and working with our officer team.
• Writing letters for charities who work with ill children or people in hospital.
• Giving time to translate documents or interpret photos
• Draft funding bids, case studies, web content, social media posts or newsletter articles.
• Help run events or man a stall.
   

How does Micro Volunteering help

Donating even just a small amount of your time goes on to help other students and your wider community.

How much time do I need to commit to Volunteering?

That's entirely up to you ! Micro volunteering is designed to fit around your life and your commitments. 

What can I get out of it? 

You can log your hours with our Grad Ready volunteering award in hour chunks of time. Find out more information here

What Next?

Sign up for this project and you will be added to a teams channel that has all the micro-volunteering links and Student Union  micro-volunteering

Craft and Food Fair volunteers are needed for September 2024 onwards

· Would you like to be involved in setting up and running the next Craft and Food Fair in the Students' Union?

· Would you like to help shape and develop the project further, and help keep it a regular fair for students and staff?

- Or are you just interested in helping out on the day?

Then we need YOU!

In 2017 we secured funding from NUS Student Eats to establish a Farmers' Market in the students' union and we have so far run several successful markets on campus. It is a place where students and staff, as well as members of the public, have the opportunity to buy fresh, locally-produced food. In 2018 we added craft stalls and have now established a popular Craft and Food Fair which we hold 3 times a year.

This type of role would suit someone looking for an exciting project to volunteer with, who likes to make their mark, and who has strong organisational and teamwork skills. In return, you will be a vital part of the team and gain lots of transferable skills which will inevitably help your employability after university.

Please note the next Craft and Food Fair will take place in September 2024 so you should able to help for at least part of this. 

You don’t need to be available for the whole planning process to be involved, please email suvolunteering@uclan.ac.uk and sign up here if you just want to be involved on a one-off basis or just help on the day!

If you would like to get involved register here now and we will contact you with more details.

Remember: all SU volunteering projects count towards the Grad Ready Award so this is a great opportunity to boost your volunteering hours!

Pulse Media is a dynamic and inclusive student media project designed to empower students. Whether you're an aspiring journalist, photographer, designer, or creative mind, this project is your canvas to express yourself, share your unique perspective, and connect with a like-minded community.

? Why Join Pulse Media? ?

1. Amplify Your Voice: Your ideas, stories, and creativity deserve to be heard and seen. Pulse provides a platform to showcase your talent and make a meaningful impact.

2. Build a Community: Connect with fellow students who share your interests and passions. Collaborate on projects, engage in discussions, and create friendships within our supportive community.

3. Develop Skills: Pulse offers hands-on experience to hone your skills and boost your resume. 
    

Any time spent on pulse media can be logged as volunteering hours to work toward volunteer hour awards