Name: Volunteer Organisers Network - Launch Event
Start: 2026-03-18T14:00:00+00:00
End: 2026-03-18T16:00:00+00:00
Location: Forgewood Community Centre

$Volunteer\u00a0Organisers\u00a0Network - Launch Event$

An NL Wide network bringing together volunteer co‑ordinators, volunteer managers, and anyone working with volunteers
About this Event

We’re excited to announce a brand‑new network bringing together volunteer co‑ordinators, volunteer managers, and anyone working with volunteers for shared learning, connection, and peer support.

What to expect:

• Space to share ideas and challenges

• Peer support from others across the sector

• Talks and workshops with practical insights, resources, and good practice

• A welcoming community focused on strengthening volunteering

Agenda (2 hours total)

2:00 pm (10 minutes)
Arrival, registration, informal welcome
Lead: Carol

2:10 pm (15 minutes)
Volunteer Partnership priorities update
Lead: Carol / NLC Partner

2:25 pm (30 minutes)
Keynote Speaker Presentation
Georgia Artus, Vintage Vibes
https://vintagevibes.org.uk/

2:55 pm (30 minutes)
Networking & Refreshments
Lead: All attendees

3:25 pm (30 minutes)
Round Table Discussions (groups of 5–8)
Lead: VANL Facilitators

3:55 pm (5 minutes)
Closing remarks & next steps
Lead: Host