Aims

Volunteer Centre Edinburgh exists to involve more people more effectively in volunteering to solve real problems and enrich communities.

We do this by; leadership, brokerage and inclusion.

Our strategic outcomes

People in Edinburgh are Inspired to Volunteer

• Volunteering is actively promoted throughout the city
• Volunteering is inclusive and accessible to all
• Edinburgh is a city of lifelong volunteering
• People have access to Information, advice and guidance about volunteering choices

People have an excellent volunteering experience

• Agencies are supported in improving practice in working with volunteers
• Volunteering is rewarded and recognised

Policy Makers and funders have access to the best possible expertise and evidence about volunteering policy and practice

• Evidence about the impact of volunteering and volunteering good practice is embedded in appropriate policies and strategies
• Policy-makers, funders and volunteer involving agencies have access to specialist advice about volunteering.
• The interests of volunteering are  represented in Community Planning and on strategic partnerships and networks

Volunteer Centre Edinburgh is well governed and manages and a great place to work or volunteer.