Mantell Gwynedd

Millenium Volunteers

The Millennium Volunteers is a U.K. wide initiative designed to promote and recognise volunteering among young people aged 16 – 24.

Here are 6 reasons to volunteer:

To gain new experience
To make new friends
To develop new skills
To improve work prospects
Recognised by employers, colleges and the local community
To enjoy yourself!

And if you are volunteering it is well worth registering on the ‘Millennium Volunteer Scheme’

What does it involve?

You can register locally with the Gwynedd Volunteering Centre. (this involves completing two forms and agreeing to keep a note of all the hours that you volunteer).
Your aim would be to volunteer for 200 hours in a year. You will be recognised for volunteering for a minimum of 100 hours.
You can do anything that will help your local community.
You can volunteer with more than one organisation e.g. reading tapes for the blind, taking part in a sponsored walk, helping with reading schemes ........
When you have completed 100 hours of volunteering, you will receive a Certificate.
After completing 200 hours of volunteering in a year, you will receive an Award Of Excellence from the First Minister of The National Assembly for Wales in recognition of your hard work and commitment.

It’s your choice – It will not cost you anything. All volunteer expenses will be paid.

If you would like to become a ‘Millennium Volunteer’, contact us (registration form). We will help you find a volunteering placement to suit your interest and the time that you have to offer.

Search here for a volunteering opportunity – www.volunteering-wales.net

Have a look on the website www.millenniumvolunteers.gov.uk to read about the experiences of other young people throughout the UK.


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