The Impact Network Proposal 2012

The Opportunity… A changing volunteering sector ◦ The current economic climate ◦ Increase in University fees ◦ Previous assumptions are changing ◦ The role of volunteering in both the UK and the world

The Vision An annual Impact Conference Sharing best practice Responding and contributing to changes in policy through lobbying activities Media coverage Networking Research

We will have an Impact through our Collective Voice!

How? Regular mailing list for all student volunteer centres across the UK Communication between student volunteers and centres through online and other resources Training organised on a regional and national basis

The committee ORGANISE local and national publicity and events ENGAGE in the organisation of the annual Impact Conference IMPROVE COMMUNICATION between volunteers and volunteer centres across the UK by providing regional and national forums for communication LOBBY using local and national support, writing policy recommendations to argue for the strategic and financial support of student volunteering by government and HEIs.

Support from Student HUBS Student Hubs will support the Impact Network by: Providing financial support Utilising institutional knowledge, links with national charities and WiSCV network Pursuing opportunities to provide funds for projects in greatest need Producing research demonstrating the sector’s value.

Why should YOU join the committee? Networking Rewarding Shape the network Have an impact on volunteering at a national level! “Be the change you want to see in the world.” Gandhi Hear it from current members of the committee …

The positions Chairperson Secretary/Treasurer Webmaster Communications Officer Campaigns Officer Event Officer Research/Policy Officer Regional Officer x 3 (Wales, Scotland, N.Ireland) General Officer x 3 The deadline for applications is 26 th February Chat to the committee throughout the weekend if you’re unsure about any of the roles

Thank you for taking the time to listen to our proposal..