Volunteers are a key part of the social economy, but how to you attract and retain volunteers who are well-matched to the purpose of your organisation?

Charlotte Jones, an expert in volunteer recruitment, management and retention from Spark Somerset will share her extensive experience to help your social enterprise flourish.

Gain a deeper understanding of:

• Why involve volunteers? Why might a volunteer want to get involved?
• Understanding the ‘volunteer journey’ – hints and tips to attract, motivate and retain volunteers
• Why volunteers are not a ‘free’ resource
• Volunteering and employment – opportunities and potential pitfalls
• Growing diversity and removing barriers
• Keeping safe and managing risk

Spaces are limited to allow participants to ask questions and take part in activities, so don't delay book you space now...

This is a FREE online event for Somerset Social Enterprise Network members. Non-members in Somerset are also welcome. Whether you are an experienced social entrepreneur, an enthusiastic start-up or are thinking of setting up a social enterprise in Somerset we hope you will join us.

Booking: Registration is needed. The Zoom link will be sent to you after booking.

Join the Somerset Social Enterprise Network today - It's free! Membership is open to social enterprises and similar organisations of all sizes and at all stages of development, across a wide range of business activities.

Please note by signing up for this free event, you agree to:

- Your name/organisation being shared as evidence of attendance with the Somerset District Councils who provide funding for this free event.

It is possible that we may need to alter the content of the event. We will do our best to notify all delegates before the event if significant changes need to be made.