As Earth month is reaching an end, we hope you all found an opportunity to learn more or do something for the planet.
We’re delighted to bring you the newest updates and opportunities in our April newsletter.
- Fingal Volunteer Expo 2024
- April focus on- Volunteering with Community Radio Stations
- Other New Volunteering Opportunities
- Things to remember during your volunteering journey
- Community Volunteers
Fingal Volunteer Expo 2024
We’re thrilled to announce 2 Volunteer Expos in May in Baldoyle and in Balbriggan.
Each Volunteer Expo is an opportunity to connect with representatives and volunteers from various organisations active in your local area. Come and meet them to learn more about their cause and opportunities. Whether it is mental health, environmental conservation, community support, sports, youth service… we got you covered.
There’s no pressure to sign up for a role during the expo, you can simply explore what interests you. We encourage individuals who live, work, or spend time in and around Baldoyle and Balbriggan to attend the expo and help make them a success!
You can register for the expos via links below or just drop in on the day.
Volunteer Expo2024- Baldoyle
(Organisations from Baldoyle, Malahide, Howth & Portmarnock)
Venue: Baldoyle Library,
D13Y304
Date: Thursday 9th May 2024
Time: 1pm to 4pm
How to Register: https://volunteerfingal.ie/
Volunteer Expo2024- Balbriggan
(Organisations from Balbriggan, Skerries, Rush, Lusk, Donabate, Portrane)
Venue: Our Balbriggan Hub, Georges Square, Balbriggan
Date: Saturday 18th May 2024
Time: 10am to 1pm
How to Register: https://volunteerfingal.ie/
Focus on – Volunteering with Community Radio Stations
This month, we want to tell you more about the world of community radio and volunteering!!
Community radio stations serve as vital hubs of communication, fostering connections and amplifying voices within local neighborhoods and diverse communities.
At the heart of these stations are dedicated volunteers who embody the spirit of community engagement and grassroots empowerment. From hosting shows that celebrate cultural diversity to producing content that addresses pressing social issues, community radio volunteers play a pivotal role in shaping the narrative of their localities and empowering voices that may otherwise go unheard.
- Radio Researcher / Producer with 92.5 Phoenix FM (Dublin15)
- Sound Technician- Radio Station with 92.5 Phoenix FM (Dublin15)
- Radio Presenter with 92.5 Phoenix FM (Dublin 15)
Other New Volunteering Opportunities
Here are some new opportunities that have been posted this month on I-vol:
- Event Steward with Dublin Comhaltas (Dublin 15,18th &19th May)
- Accountancy/Finance Advisor with The Youth Centre For Development And Peace Ireland (Remote)
- Social Media Support with Black Raven Pipeband (Remote)
- Foroige Club Volunteer (Tyrrelstown)
- Set-up Crew for National Graded Finals with Badminton Ireland (Dublin15, 10th May)
- Musical Band for Children For World Children (Dublin 15, 21st May)
Things to remember during your volunteering journey
Want to join a new volunteer role but unsure how to find your best fit? Here are few tips:
- Learn more about the organisation and understand their cause
Pay close attention to the requirements and responsibilities outlined in the volunteer role description
Always check the location of volunteering and make sure it is accessible to you
After your register interest, make sure to fill out any application forms or Garda vetting forms that are shared by the organisation with accuracy
Do not show-up for any volunteering activities until invited by the volunteering organisation
Want to get more information about a role, contact our team on 01 899 1921 or email at: info@volunteerfingal.ie
Community Volunteers 
This April, Dublin School Summit 2024 in Blanchardstown provided a fulfilling experience for Fingal Community Volunteers who dedicated their day to support over 1,000 secondary school students and their teachers. They assisted in navigating the expo, which featured representatives from Dublin colleges, the defense forces, and numerous other career paths.
If you are already a Community Volunteer, check out your CV profile for upcoming events on I-vol.
If you are interested in becoming a community volunteer and volunteering at one-off events in your community, please contact us info@volunteerfingal.ie
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