Volunteer

Help someone adjust to life in Hackney by acting as a Volunteer Mentor for Young Refugees with Breadwinners. Those keen to support someone with employability skills, future goals, and social skills would be a perfect match for the role. This organisation supports young refugees to become employed selling baked goods. Asiyo, who took part in one of Breadwinners’ employment programmes, said: “If I had to describe Breadwinners in one word, I’d say amazing!” If that’s got you excited to help, apply today!

Gamcare are looking for volunteer community engagement ambassadors to help raise awareness about the harmful impacts of gambling. Volunteers will be able to showcase their people skills by attending events across their local area and beyond, sharing information regarding gambling and gambling harms.

The Great Card Index is made up of over a million handwritten cards which preserve the records of everyday lives and make them available to anyone wanting to understand where they’ve come from. Society of Genealogists are looking for volunteers who would like to help them transcribe index cards which detail crucial historical information for thousands of families.

Bridge the Gap aims to empower individuals and communities to help them build their confidence in navigating the digital world. They are in need of volunteers to help out at their digital skills workshops to improve the tech knowledge and skills of individuals and families in the community.

Want to voice your opinion on healthcare in Hackney? Neighbourhood Forums is looking for volunteers to help with events and provide support in promoting their Forums. You’ll help drive change and remove barriers to healthcare in your area by acting as a friendly face, setting up events, greeting guests and promoting community projects. The role is ideal for someone interested in getting stuck into multiple tasks and wanting to campaign for more equitable and accessible healthcare.

HENRY are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to join them as 1:1 mentors to offer emotional, social and practical support to pregnant women and new families in the City and Hackney. Mentors will support families across a number of topics including maternal health and babies’ development and will identify support services within the City and Hackney community to help parents feel confident, connected and informed.