voluntary organisations, social enterprises and volunteering
voluntary organisations, social enterprises and volunteering
The Ecology Centre Volunteering Programme
Created: 26/09/2024The Ecology Centre offers volunteer positions to individuals who may face difficulties in accessing employment or who require work experience, gain confidence as well as to enhance their future career prospects.
The mission is to provide direct, hands-on experience with the environment in a way that is both educational and enjoyable. They aim to foster an inclusive environment where people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds can come together to learn about and contribute to the conservation of our natural world and the impact it can have on our society.
The Centre offers a range of volunteer roles designed to be accessible and to meet the varying needs and interests of our participants. The volunteer roles include, (but are not limited to):
Through the Centre's programmes, volunteers have the opportunity to:
The Centre also offers Forest and Outdoors Leadership Awards (FOLA) courses to anyone over 16. This is part of our Forest Schools which offers an inspirational learning process through holistic growth regular sessions. Qualified practitioners facilitate play, exploration & supported risk taking to build confidence and self-esteem in an outdoor setting.
If anyone would like to gain experience, need a bit of more confidence or enhance their career at The Ecology Centre, they can get in touch by e-mailing [email protected].