Wednesday, 10 December

Welcome to Volunteering with BCS - Meet and Greet

This session is designed to introduce you to the BCS Community and share insights into how you can get involved!

By BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT

Date and time

Location

Online

Agenda

12:30 PM

Webinar starts

An overview of BCS and BCS Community

Getting involved - Why and How

Running a Member Group

BCS Membership Overview

Key Links and Resources

Questions and Answers

1:30 PM

Webinar ends

About this event

Event lasts 1 hour

SPEAKERS

Jon Jeffery – BCS Head of Community
Jak Dinsdale - BCS Community Development and Partnerships Manager
Thayeba Hussain - BCS Membership Engagement Coordinator

SYNOPSIS

We are excited to welcome you to the BCS volunteering community! Whether you’re interested in volunteering with BCS, a new volunteer, or transitioning into a new role, we invite you to join our virtual Volunteer Meet and Greet.

At BCS, we truly value the contributions of our volunteers, and this session is designed to provide you with all the tools and support you need to thrive on your volunteering journey. This is a wonderful opportunity to connect with fellow new volunteers, share experiences, and build lasting relationships within the BCS community.

You’ll also have the chance to hear from Jon Jeffery (BCS Head of Community) Jak Dinsdale (BCS Community Development and Partnerships Manager), and Thayeba Hussain (BCS Membership Engagement Coordinator). They will provide valuable insights into BCS, our vibrant community, and offer tips on effectively running a member group.

Don’t miss this chance to learn more about BCS, ask questions, and set yourself up for success in your new volunteering journey!

Our events are for adults aged 16 years and over.

BCS is a membership organisation. If you enjoy this event, please consider joining BCS. You’ll be very welcome. You’ll receive access to many exclusive career development tools, an introduction to a thriving professional community and also help us Make IT Good For Society. Join BCS today: https://www.bcs.org/membership/events.

THIS EVENT IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY:

BCS Community Team

Meet the team!

For more information, resources, and to browse current volunteering vacancies, check out the BCS Volunteer Hub.

Frequently asked questions

Who is this event for?

This event is for new BCS volunteers, existing volunteers who have recently taken on a new committee role, or those who wish to find out more about volunteering with BCS. It’s an opportunity to connect with others and gain insight into your volunteering responsibilities.

What will I learn from the session?

You will learn about BCS, our communities, and the best practices for running a member group. You’ll also get the chance to ask any questions and hear directly from key BCS team members and other BCS volunteers.

Do I need to prepare anything for the event?

No preparation is needed! Just bring any questions you may have about your new role or BCS volunteering, and an open mind for connecting with fellow volunteers.

Will there be opportunities to ask questions?

Yes, there will be dedicated time for questions and answers, where you can ask questions about your role, BCS processes, and how to engage with the community.

How do I join the virtual session?

Once you’ve registered for the event, you’ll receive a link to join the virtual Meet and Greet. Simply click the link at the event's scheduled time to participate. You’ll also receive reminders prior to the event which will also include joining instructions.

Organised by

BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT

We are all responsible for ensuring technology-led change is safe and positive for everyone in society. At BCS we’re committed to meeting this responsibility under royal charter.

That’s why we set the highest standards of professionalism and best practice in the industry, share knowledge, and develop skills and capability tuned to our evolving digital world.

We’ve been supporting the technology industry since 1957 and our 70,000-strong membership spans 150 countries. Every member actively promotes IT professionalism and we provide them with career development opportunities and bring the community together to address the professional, ethical and economic challenges facing technology today.