Your rights and responsibilities

Wherever you decide to volunteer, you have rights and you have responsibilities. As a volunteer, you are a person who has decided, of their own free will, to contribute your time and skills, free of charge, with the aim of benefiting others in the community.

Your rights:

To be treated fairly and with respect
To be appreciated
To do something that interests you and which benefits others
To know your specific rights and responsibilities within the organisation you volunteer for
To be kept safe whilst volunteering through placement organisation policies and procedures
To be covered by adequate insurance cover
To be offered relevant support and development opportunities
To have your confidentiality respected
To receive continued support by the vinvolved team
To enjoy your volunteering experience

Your responsibilities:

To be reliable and punctual
To be honest at all times
To ask for help if you need it
To treat everyone fairly and with respect
To respect confidentiality
To attend induction, support and training sessions offered to you
To work within the policies and procedures of your placement organisation
To behave in an appropriate manner at all times, including no physical or abusive behaviour and no alcohol or drug use.

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Your rights and responsibilities