Voluntary Action
North Somerset
Your local independent charity, who for over 25 years have been the champion of the non-profit-making sector across North Somerset. This year we’ve fine-tuned and our mission to better serve our community, ensuring we make the biggest possible impact.
Our Vision
‘A world where individuals and organisations are empowered, and everyone feels connected and engaged.’
Our Mission
‘To inspire, lead, support, advocate, and influence people to take positive action in creating a more connected, inclusive, and thriving community for everyone.’
Our Objectives
To advocate and develop leadership within non-profit-making organisations.
To encourage and develop partnerships and collaborations.
To create, develop, and strengthen a dynamic non-profit-making sector.
To develop and grow volunteering.
Our Values
Collaboration: We believe in working together with partners, volunteers, and the community to achieve greater impact.
Empowerment: We empower individuals to realise their potential and make a difference in their own lives and the lives of others.
Inclusivity: We embrace diversity to create an environment where everyone feels welcomed and valued.
Innovation: We continuously seek new and creative ways to address social challenges and drive positive change.
Resilience: In an everchanging world we seek innovative solutions for ourselves and encourage others to do the same.
If you’re looking for a volunteering opportunity, click the orange button below. If you are looking for some volunteers and want to register the opportunities on our online database, then click the blue button below:
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