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Involving young people in supporting the health and care of others is proven to have positive benefits to patients, the community and young volunteers. It is part of delivering the vision for health and care, The Five Year Forward View, and supports the national #iwill campaign.

Join us for a free one-day practical seminar to explore how to develop or enhance youth volunteering in health and care.

We will guide you through the Youth Social Action Toolkit , share innovative examples and best practice and explore topics such as the value of youth volunteering, establishing a business case, recruiting and managing young volunteers, safeguarding and engaging harder to reach communities. Find out more about the #iwill campaign, funding and the latest research into youth volunteering.

The seminar is aimed at professionals in health and social care, youth and education sectors. This includes hospital volunteer service managers, care home managers, primary care practitioners, health commissioners, youth work managers, Further Education Colleges and Councils for Voluntary Service. Young people interested in volunteering and social action in health and care are also very welcome. **UPDATE We currently only have available tickets for youth and education sector representatives to ensure a balance of attendees. If you are from a health or social care organisation please note that you will be wait-listed**

This is part of a project being run by Volunteering Matters, the National Council for Voluntary Youth Services (NCVYS) and the National Association of Volunteer Service Managers (NAVSM), with funding from NHS England through the Active Communities Programme

FAQs

Do I have to RSVP?

Yes, we have limited spaces. Please book via this event page: if you need to cancel, please let us know asap so we can reallocate your space.

Will food or refreshments be provided?

Tea, coffee and a sandwich lunch will be provided. Please advise us of any allergies or requirements we need to be aware of.

How do I get there?

There is free parking at the venue.

Will my expenses be reimbursed?

Young people and small community organisations may be able to get their expenses covered - please contact us to discuss.

Developing youth volunteering in health and care - Free Southampton seminar