Volunteering Fair
Summary
This is your opportunity to explore meaningful ways to get work experience and give back to the community while building valuable skills.
Connect with local organisations, discover causes that resonate with you, gain experience that can enhance your CV and personal growth. Volunteering also helps you expand your network, meet like-minded peers, and make a real impact.
University of Brighton students can book an in-person or virtual 121 support appointment for help in searching, finding and applying for a volunteering placement.
Where: Elm House Atrium, Moulsecoomb Campus (see image below)
When: Wednesday 30 October 12.30-2.30pm
For who: University of Brighton Students from all courses
| Organisation Name | Industry | Short Description |
| Action Tutoring | Education & Charity | Provides tutoring support to disadvantaged young people. |
| Brighton Dome & Festival | Arts & Entertainment | Hosts a variety of cultural and artistic events, including festivals and concerts. |
| Change, Grow, Live West Sussex | Health & Social Care | Supports people with substance abuse, mental health issues, and social reintegration. |
| Down Syndrome Development Trust | Charity & Support Services | Provides support and resources for families and individuals with Down syndrome. |
| Fareshare Sussex and Surrey | Charity & Food Redistribution | Redistributes surplus food to charities that help feed vulnerable people. |
| Gladrags | Arts & Community | A community costume resource, offering costumes for schools, events, and performances. |
| Into University | Education & Charity | Provides support to young people from disadvantaged backgrounds to achieve higher education. |
| Little Green Pig | Education & Youth Development | Offers creative writing workshops and activities for young people. |
| MacMillan Horizon | Health & Charity | Supports individuals affected by cancer through services and outreach programs. |
| Martlets Hospice | Healthcare & Charity | Provides palliative care services for terminally ill individuals. |
| Mary’s Meals | Charity & International Aid | Provides meals to children in impoverished communities around the world. |
| SID Youth (The) | Youth Development & Charity | Engages young people in social action projects to develop leadership and community skills. |
| Shout / Give Us a Shout | Mental Health & Crisis Support | Provides a free, 24/7 text messaging service for anyone in crisis. |
| Sport Brighton | Sports & Fitness | Delivers sports and fitness activities at the University of Brighton. |
| Take Shelter | Education & History | Preserves a World War II air raid shelter for educational and community use. |
| Tarner Community Project | Community Development | Provides activities, support, and services for children, young people, and families. |
| Volunteering Matters (Lifelines) | Volunteering & Social Action | Supports older people through volunteer-led projects and social activities. |
Dan Archer • 22/09/2024