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VOLUNTEERS
Twenty two million volunteers in England put an estimated 88 million hours per year into work with their local community, charities, clubs, associations and countless other sectors. Working closely with paid workers, volunteers make up a vital part of the workforce in this country. The personal benefits that people can gain from volunteering are;
Enjoyment.
Meeting new people.
A sense of personal achievement.

There are also other important benefits that can be gained such as;
The opportunity to learn new skills or gain a qualification which can be used to improve a person's employability.
Helping to shape the organisation or community.
Achieving a position in an organisation or community.


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