News
01/02/2008
Wanted: young people to inspire a million more volunteers
v, the independent charity championing youth volunteering in England, is for looking for young people to join their youth advisory board, v20.
As members of v20, young people have the opportunity to add fresh ideas to all aspects of v's work, from funding new projects and influencing decision-making to hosting events and helping to plan national marketing campaigns.
Members take part as equals in the discussion, development and implementation of our goals, and take the lead on their own projects. It gives those young people a real say in what v does and helps them with their aim of inspiring a million more volunteers.
v20 members
‘I got involved in v20 by reading an email and applying just to see if I could make it to interview really. I never expected to be invited onto v20. Total disbelief, even now.’
Ed, 21, Bournemouth
‘I got involved with v20 as, having gotten in to volunteering in my mid-20s, I wanted to understand why I hadn't thought to do it earlier. I also wanted people to realise that volunteering is certainly not just for 'squares' or 'do-gooders' and that it is actually one of the coolest things you can do.’
Tasneen, 24, Kent
‘I'm the type of person who would rather try something than miss out and regret it, but as it turns out - joining v20 was one of the bestest things I've ever done.'
Phillip, 18, Liverpool
Get involved
Do you know a young person that can spare eight weekends a year, and at least 10 hours a month, is aged between 16 -24 and living in England? If so, v would love to hear from them.
The roles are fun, varied and a great opportunity to develop skills and experience.
For more information visit the v2 website www.vinspired.com/v20
