Creativity & Innovation

How to Find Volunteer Opportunities That Fit You

A Step-by-Step Guide for Young People and Impact-Driven Professionals Thinking about volunteering but unsure where to begin? You’re not alone. Whe...

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How Volunteering Develops Career Skills: New OECD Research

OECD research reveals volunteers earn 4-8% higher wages. Learn how to turn volunteering into your pathway to first employment. If you are asking yo...

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How to Write a CV When You Have Never Had a Job

If you're staring at a blank CV template, wondering what on earth you're supposed to write, you're not alone. Every person who's ever been employed...

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Beyond SEO | Optimising Volunteer Roles for the AI Era

Is your organisation ready for AI search? Learn the Generative Engine Optimisation strategies that get your volunteer roles cited by ChatGPT, Gemin...

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Your Simple Guide To Choosing A Volunteering Role That Fits Your Goals

Your Simple Guide To Choosing A Volunteering Role That Fits Your Goals Choosing the right volunteering role is the fastest route to better results...

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How Your Organisation Should Prepare For IVY 2026

Category: Partner Insights / Strategy Reading Time: 4 Mins In 2026, volunteering will sit firmly in the spotlight. The United Nations has set the...

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Vinspired 2025 Impact: Progress That Matters

Impact is about more than just scale; it is about momentum, trust, and showing up when it counts. In 2025, the Vinspired community did exactly that...

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The GIVE Revolution: Are Your ESG Metrics Ready for the 2026 Shift?

Mastering the Global Index of Volunteer Engagement (GIVE) to drive social value and meet UK sustainability disclosure requirements. In 2026, the g...

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How to Close the "Real World" Gap Before You Graduate

Let’s be real for a second. We know what your feed looks like right now. It’s a mix of curated highlights from everyone else’s life, the looming p...

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The 10 Micro-Acts Of Kindness

Let’s be honest. The festive season is brilliant, but it’s also chaotic. Between the last-minute shopping dashes, the endless family logistics, and...

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Volunteering Tips: Make Your Experience Meaningful And Impactful

Thinking about how to start volunteering, but not sure where to begin? Volunteering isn’t just about showing up; it’s about showing up with purpose...

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Volunteer Week 2025: Celebrate with Vinspired

2–8 June 2025 marks Volunteer Week in the UK, a national celebration of the power of volunteering and the people behind it. At Vinspired, we believ...

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Career Planning: 10 Steps to Getting a Job

Your career is a long and winding road, and your first job is only the beginning. It’s not uncommon for people to change careers several times thro...

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Acts of Kindness Will Make 2017 a Better Year

Acts of kindness are powerful catalysts for change, and at Vinspired, we believe in their transformative potential. Discover how you can make a dif...

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6 Ways to Continue Social Action with NCS Cashpoint

So, you’ve completed the NCS program and had an unforgettable experience. You’ve made lifelong friends and completed a project that you are incredi...

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7 Quotes to Get You Through Results Day

Results day can be a rollercoaster of emotions. Whether you’ve aced your exams or faced unexpected challenges, it’s important to remember that this...

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vInspired Teams Up with Creative Collisions

vInspired has once again joined forces with a host of youth organizations for Creative Collisions, a dynamic one-day conference dedicated to foster...

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How Young People Believe the Media Treats Them We recently visited Oxford Circus to ask young people about their perceptions of media portrayals. ...

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Are Young People Unfairly Treated by the Media?

“There’s goodness in the hearts of most of them, that you malign. They just want to dance and have some fun, have you forgotten what it’s like?”...

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Ever Wanted To Be A Star?

Be Part of the #ReverseRiots Movement Have you ever aspired to be a star while making a significant impact in the world? Now is your chance! Joi...

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The Winner of Our Exclusive Goji Headphones Launch Party

We’re thrilled to announce the winner of our Goji headphones launch party competition is Kirsty Liddle! Kirsty, 23, from Kingston, and a guest wi...

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Why Do Something?

At Vinspired, we’re thrilled to announce the launch of Do Something in the UK, our latest program aimed at empowering young British social activi...

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Celebrate Our DJ Competition Winners with an Exclusive

We are thrilled to announce the release of an exclusive Fairsharemusic playlist in celebration of our recent DJ competition winners. This unique ...

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Getting Started in Film A little while ago, I attended an end-of-program event organized by a prominent youth-supporting organization. The program...

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The Unaffordable Youth Unemployment Crisis - and How Volunteering Can Help Youth unemployment is a growing crisis, with severe financial implica...

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Grain of Sand

Imagine lying on the world’s finest beach with a cold drink and a book. Beneath you, four million grains of sand support your relaxation. You might...

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Get Involved in the 2012 Olympic Celebrations

Do you want to plan a celebration for the 2012 Olympic Games? The London Organising Committee of the Olympic and Paralympic Games (LOCOG) provide...

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Oh, What a Night (and Day)!

Last Thursday, the Vinspired team traded their usual desks for a day of environmental volunteering at Camley Street Natural Park in King’s Cross. E...

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Vinspired Showcases Private Sector Philanthropy

Vinspired has successfully raised over £100 million with the private sector in the past four years to support young volunteers. This remarkable a...

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No Power Hour: Encouraging Eco-Friendly Fun for Young People

In today’s digital age, young people often find themselves glued to screens, spending nearly ten hours a day on mobile phones or playing computer g...

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Greetings…

Thank you for such a warm introduction! While I’ll be stepping into a new role, rest assured, you haven’t seen the last of my predecessor. Who Am ...

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Anatomy of Youth: Adapting to Climate Change

“The two qualities needed to tackle climate change will be ‘imagination and optimism.’” Climate change is an urgent issue that resonates deepl...

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First Annual Report Coming Soon Happy New Year! We’ve been a bit quiet on the evaluation blog lately because we’ve been focused on writing our fir...

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Building Character

There is growing interest in the political and policy importance of certain personal attributes, particularly emotional control, empathy, applicati...

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Relive vInspired Live on Twitter and YouTube

Music, People, and Change at vInspired Live vInspired Live brought together hundreds of young people, showcasing the power of social media at the ...

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6 Tips for Summer Job Success - Inspired by Our Favourite Films

Finishing Up with School or Uni for the Summer? As the school year wraps up, many students are seeking ways to gain work experience and earn some ...

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Big Mouth Has Launched!

Vinspired Unveils a New Platform for Social Change Vinspired is excited to announce the launch of Big Mouth, a dynamic platform designed to engage...

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Turning Conventional Thinking on Its Head

This morning, I attended the Local Government Conference chaired by the Leader of the Council at London Borough of Merton. Among the speakers was t...

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It’s Youth Takeover Day Every Day at Vinspired At Vinspired, every day feels like Youth Takeover Day, highlighting our commitment to placing young...

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Positive Publicity = Positive Perceptions The Positive for Youth event was a dynamic gathering of around 150 young people, keen to voice their per...

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Star Pupil Winners Announced

In celebration of the European Year of Volunteering 2011, Vinspired launched an exciting contest to recognize exceptional young volunteers who ar...

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Glastonbury Playlist: The Soundtrack to Your Summer of Giving

Got Glastonbury fever? Whether you’re heading to the site or sitting it out this year, there’s no better way to embrace the festival spirit than by...

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Search for Star Pupils is NOW ON!

The Search for Star Pupils is officially open! As part of the European Year of Volunteering 2011, we’re in pursuit of exceptional young individuals...

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What is the National Citizen Service and How is Vinspired Getting

The National Citizen Service (NCS) is an innovative government initiative designed to empower young individuals, primarily those aged 16, by offeri...

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Vinspired National Award Winner Makes Headlines

As the much-anticipated Vinspired National Awards approach, excitement is building. Set for March 17th at Indigo2, the event will celebrate the rem...

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News on the V Evaluation

Welcome to our first comprehensive progress update on the V evaluation, shared via our blog. We are thrilled to announce that we’ve gathered signif...

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vInspired at Creative Collisions Join the Movement at Creative Collisions vInspired is thrilled to announce its participation in the upcoming Cre...

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vInspired Pops Up for a Cause at the 2013 Party Conferences

vInspired is set to champion youth social action at the 2013 Party Conferences. Our interactive fringe event, ‘Pop-up for a Cause,’ will take place...

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Coin Street Supports Vinspired: A Community Partnership

In celebration of Volunteers’ Week, the Coin Street conference centre has chosen to support Vinspired by donating £1 per delegate for events held...

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Empowering Our 24/24 Participants with a Helping Hand from Procter

Giving time to share a skill or teach something new is one of the most rewarding forms of volunteering. Last week, this was evident at our office d...

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Acting Local, Going Global for Global Youth Service Day

Global Youth Service Day (GYSD) is a unique opportunity for young people to make a difference in their local communities while being part of a gl...

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Student Impact Conference 2012

This weekend, Oxford Brookes University hosts the Impact 2012, a national conference on student volunteering and social action, supported by Stud...

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Vinspired’s Response to the Positive for Youth Consultation

In July, the Department for Education released 20 comprehensive discussion papers under the “Positive for Youth” initiative. Vinspired, eager to ...

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Volunteer of the Month – November

This month, we shine a spotlight on an exceptional volunteer, 19-year-old, whose dedication to civic engagement and community service has earned he...

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Blue Dots for Volunteers

Volunteering through Vinspired offers an enriching experience, allowing you to gain valuable skills and feel great about your contributions. As a s...

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Creating a Volunteering Habit that Sticks

Vinspired aims to get young people excited about volunteering as early as possible. Our lifelong habits are developed in our formative years, and v...

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Boost Your Career Prospects with Volunteering for Young People

Why Volunteering Matters for A-Level Students As school leavers receive their A-Level results, many find themselves at a crossroads, contemplating...

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Volunteer Pet Foster Carer (Bromsgrove)

We understand that pets thrive best in loving homes. Sometimes, they can't remain in their original home, whether due to changes in their owner's c...

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Visitor Engagement Volunteer

At WWT London Wetland Centre we want to ensure that our visitors receive a warm, friendly welcome to ensure they have a memorable visit around our ...

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Why become a Volunteer?

At Sight Support Derbyshire we exist to enhance the quality of life of blind and visually impaired people by providing a wide range of services in ...

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Go ON Give an Hour

In today’s digital age, having basic internet skills is essential for employment and day-to-day activities. Did you know that the average household...

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A Big Week for Youth Policy

As we reach the end of the year, the Government is attempting to bring some festive cheer to young people, and let’s face it, they need it. It’s be...

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A Brave New “Pro-Social” World

We’re always hearing about ‘anti-social behavior,’ but what about its antithesis—pro-social behavior? This concept, which might sound like somethin...

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2012 vInspired National Awards Finalists Announced

The 2012 vInspired National Awards finalists have been announced, marking a celebration of inspirational young volunteers and youth workers across ...

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Knee-jerk reactions to work placement initiatives are not helpful

Knee-jerk reactions to work placement initiatives are not helpful I can’t help but feel sorry for Tesco and the other big retailers who find them...

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Eddie Kadi: I'm so excited to be asked back to the vInspired

Eddie Kadi: I’m so excited to be asked back to the vInspired National Awards Comedian Eddie Kadi will be hosting the vInspired National Awards al...

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National Awards: Empowering Young Volunteers to Shape Our Future

As the curtains fell on the inspiring and emotional National Awards Ceremony, a palpable energy filled the room. Our CEO delivered a heartfelt mess...

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Our Amazing Young Leaders Graduate in Style!

Yesterday, young volunteers from Aberdeen, Hull, and London celebrated their achievements as they completed their two-year journey in the London ...

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We all have the potential to change the world

We all have the potential to change the world Last week at vInspired, we had the pleasure of welcoming John-Paul Flintoff to speak at our regu...

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We're delighted to have received a BYC Youth on Board Award!

We’re delighted to have received a BYC Youth on Board Award! We’re absolutely delighted to have received recognition for our youth involvement wo...

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vInspired brings Disney Friends for Change to the UK!

vInspired brings Disney Friends for Change to the UK! vInspired is delighted to announce an exciting new partnership with Disney and Youth Ser...

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High street heroes: re-connecting young people with their towns

High street heroes: re-connecting young people with their towns On Saturday 26th May, Local Government Minister, Grant Shapps named the 12 tow...

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Support the Next Generation of Retail Ready People!

Retail Ready People is an innovative program designed for young people, aged 16-25, to gain practical experience in retail by setting up and managi...

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A Little Help from Our Friends

vInspired has formed a dynamic partnership with Dixons Retail’s technology brand, Goji. This collaboration exemplifies how strategic alliances can ...

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Reverse Riots: Transforming Symbols of Unrest into Messages of Hope

On the anniversary of the previous year’s riots, our Chief Operating Officer reflects on the positive movement that has swept away negativity thr...

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Keen To Be Green at vInspired

Keen To Be Green at vInspired Organisations up and down the country and indeed all over the world are gradually stepping up to the Green mark ...

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We're teaming up with 4Music to get more young people volunteering

We’re teaming up with 4Music to get more young people volunteering Q:What do Lawson, Goldierocks, Wretch 32 and Rickie and Melvin have in co...

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Igniter - empowering young people through crowdfunding

Igniter - empowering young people through crowdfunding We’re very excited to announce the launch of a new platform, Igniter, empowering young peo...

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An open letter to the Rt Hon Michael Gove MP regarding youth policy

An open letter to the Rt Hon Michael Gove MP regarding youth policy vInspired have joined over 20 youth organisations to challenge Michael Gove’s...

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Announcing the vInspired Schools campaign

Announcing the vInspired Schools campaign vInspired are set to recruit and engage secondary schools and their students across the country. Ther...

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vInspired Launches New Schools Programme in Birmingham

Bournville College is the first of our ambassador schools to receive a vInspired training workshop. As the launch of the new vInspired Schools P...

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vInspired and Sidekick Studios Join Forces to Empower London Youth

vInspired has been collaborating closely with Sidekick Studios on their innovative initiative, Sidekick Schools. Together, we have been working dil...

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Getting Ready for Launch: An Update on Retail Ready People’s

Our second set of pop-up shops will be opening to the public imminently. The RRP Leeds and RRP Rochdale stores will be open from May 11 until June ...

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Generation Change: Empowering Youth Through Social Action

Today marks the launch of Generation Change, a groundbreaking coalition of specialist youth social action organizations in the UK, backed by the Ca...

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Is Raising the School Leavers Age the Answer to the Country’s NEET

Is raising the school leavers age the answer to the country’s NEET problem? Is keeping young people at school a good idea? Shouldn’t we be asking w...

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Moving on from the YAB, Next Stop: British Youth Council!

It’s almost that time of year again—and I’m not talking about a holiday to somewhere sunny and exotic. As part of Vinspired’s current Youth Advisor...

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Buy Beautiful Artwork and Support Youth Initiatives with Vinspired

Do you have a passion for art? If so, you’ll be thrilled to learn about our collaboration with Art for Charity, offering a unique opportunity to ac...

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Vinspired Appoints New Chief Executive

We are excited to announce the appointment of Moira Swinbank OBE as the new Chief Executive of Vinspired. She succeeds Terry Ryall, the founding CE...

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CEO Terry Ryall: “Signposting Opportunities is Not Enough”

The announcement by the Government to bring volunteering into the spotlight is a welcome change, as highlighted by vInspired’s CEO. However, signpo...

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Igniting Passion and Kickstarting Sustainable Social Action

Our latest evaluation of Cashpoint tells a compelling story of youth-driven change. We’ve uncovered the transformation young people are creating in...

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V’s Robot Welcomed into the Houses of Parliament

Introducing a groundbreaking initiative, Vinspired has made history by placing a robot, aptly named “Voicebot,” into the esteemed halls of Parliame...

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Good For Nothing? Rosie Kilburn

Rosie Kilburn embarked on a heartfelt mission with her project, The Knock On Effect, after receiving a cancer diagnosis in February 2008. Determine...

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Good For Nothing? Rui Jorge Octavio

Rui Jorge Octavio’s innovative project, Grab Your Mike, is a testament to the power of volunteering and entrepreneurship. Through this stand-up com...

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Good For Nothing: Seja Majeed’s Inspiring Volunteer Journey

Seja Majeed, a dynamic figure in the world of fun volunteering, has leveraged a vcashpoint grant to launch her innovative Cosmetic Hives project. T...

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Good For Nothing? Liam Snusher

Liam Snusher is an inspiring figure in the world of arts and culture, particularly in Milton Keynes. With a passion for graffiti and skateboard art...

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Finalists for the Vinspired National Awards Announced

The finalists for the prestigious Vinspired National Awards have been officially announced. This year, the announcement was made during an engaging...

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Doing 'Good For Nothing'

Doing ‘Good For Nothing’ v has launched the ‘Good For Nothing’ campaign to turn negative youth stereotypes on their head by showcasing four of its ...

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Blanchflower on the recession

Blanchflower on the recession v was very pleased to welcome Professor David Blanchflower, the former Bank of England Monetary Policy Committee Memb...

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Exploring the Convenience of Ukash for Online Transactions In today’s digital era, many individuals prefer shopping online to acquire goods quickl...

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The Highlights of a Year with Vinspired

Ah, the end of another year! Time flies by so quickly, and as I approach the cusp of leaving the 16-25 age bracket, it’s bittersweet. But let’s not...

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Service Nation? Enhancing Voluntary Service for Youth Empowerment

In the recent Demos report, “Service Nation,” several compelling arguments advocate for a national scheme of civic engagement. This discussion is t...

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Giving the gift of time

Giving the gift of time It’s simple.  Last year, it became popular to ask for donations to charity instead of a gift. This year, with hundreds...

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A Heartfelt Thank You to Our Vinspired Community

As we step into a brand new year, it’s a perfect time to reflect on the past and express our gratitude to the countless organizations that make Vin...

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Youth unemployment through the lens of volunteering

Youth unemployment through the lens of volunteering Last week’s unemployment figures revealed another depressing rise in the number of young people...

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Big Society Award: Celebrating Innovative Volunteering for Social Impact The Big Society Award is a remarkable initiative under the Government’s B...

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Vinspired National Awards: Tomorrow Night!

Oh my gosh… it’s time to get ready for an evening filled with inspirational stories and celebrations… it’s just one day before the next live Vinspi...

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Climate Week: 5 Top Environmental Tips! How often do you recycle or switch off a lightbulb when you leave a room? If you’re anything like me, then...

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Go Global on Global Youth Service Day (GYSD) 2011 Are you free between 15 – 17 April 2011? Why not join the most exciting volunteering event of th...

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Top 10 Free Summer Experiences

Are you looking for exciting ways to spend your summer break while making a positive impact? Here are Vinspired’s top 10 free summer volunteer oppo...

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NCS Summer of a Lifetime Launched at the House of Lords

The “NCS Summer of a Lifetime” program has officially taken off with a grand launch at the House of Lords. This prestigious event gathered young vo...

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Vinspired Just Got Smarter: Launching Our New Android App Today marks an exciting milestone for the Vinspired team as we unveil our latest innovat...

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Download FREE Music from V.Fairsharemusic.com Get ready to discover how music and volunteering can make a powerful combination! At Vinspired, we’r...

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Volunteering SOS: Got an Hour to Spare to Break a World Record

Are you passionate about volunteering in London for the environment and looking to make a tangible impact? This weekend, the call is out for volunt...

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My Thoughts on v’s Formative Evaluation

Too often, evaluation reports are briefly heralded before being confined to the dusty annals of an organization’s history alongside a collection of...

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Empowering Young Volunteers: Shaping the Future of Employment

The UK Government is taking significant steps to enhance opportunities for young people aged 16-25 by developing a comprehensive strategy focused...

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A Young Leader’s Take on Radio 1’s Big Conversation

On Tuesday, 13th September, I attended the Radio 1 “Big Conversation” event at City Hall. Encouraged by my volunteer coordinator, I was ready to sh...

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National Youth Work Week @ Vinspired

National Youth Work Week at Vinspired is a pivotal period dedicated to celebrating the contributions of young people in shaping vibrant communities...

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European Volunteering: The New Inter-railing?

The European Year of Volunteering 2011 has been a pivotal moment for countries across Europe to recognize the critical role of volunteers in our ...

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Everybody’s Talking This week, there’s been a surge in discussions about Google+ and whether organizations should be leveraging its features. Sinc...

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Signing-off at Last

Having spent the past four months visiting the Jobcentre once every fortnight, I’ve finally signed off and achieved an elusive paid internship here...

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A Big Week for Youth Policy as Government Makes Major Announcements

As we approach the end of the year, the Government is attempting to bring some festive cheer to young people—a much-needed gesture after a tough ye...

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It’s the Small Everyday Deeds That Can Make a Big Difference

In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to overlook how impactful small acts of kindness can be. Whether it’s offering a helping hand or simply smil...

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Keeping pupils app-y with ICT

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Squishing Raspberries

Squishing Raspberries I will always remember a couple of things my dad used to say to me as a child while we picked raspberries: "If you squish a r...

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Volunteering vs Personal Growth: Can the Lines be Blurred?

Volunteering vs personal growth: can the lines be blurred? This concept challenges the traditional views on volunteering, suggesting it’s more th...

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Volunteer of the Month: Liam O’Dell

Volunteer of the Month: Liam O’Dell Liam O’Dell, a 15-year-old enthusiastic volunteer from Bedford, has achieved his v50 award and has no plans to...

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Beta Generation | Four Ways to Learn Something New

Discover New Skills and Hobbies Are you interested in picking up a new skill or hobby but unsure where to start? Finding motivation can be challen...

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Beta Generation: The Adventures of Jam Boy

From Stewed Fruit to Supermarket Shelves Fraser Doherty, a young entrepreneur, began his journey into the world of business at the age of 14 with ...

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Five Things You Could Do with 5,000 Hours (Apart from Win Prizes)

Join the 5000 Hour Volunteer Challenge We’re excited to introduce the 5000 Hour Volunteer Challenge, aiming to log 5,000 hours of volunteering by ...

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Three Ways to Make a Memorable International Day of Happiness

Embrace the Joy of Giving It’s been scientifically proven that helping others can significantly boost our happiness levels. As social beings, we d...

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vInspired Cashpoint Teams Up with Young Scot to Offer Points for

Volunteering offers numerous benefits, particularly for young people aged 14 to 25. At vInspired, we understand the value of empowering youth throu...

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8 Career Opportunities: 1,701 Applicants

Volunteering has become a vital stepping stone in today’s challenging job market. At Vinspired, we frequently encounter questions about the signifi...

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Six Ways You Can Volunteer Over Easter

Need some ideas that’ll get you off the couch and doing good things throughout the Easter holidays? Here are our favorite picks! This week has bee...

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Get into Festivals for Free This Summer with Volunteering!

Love Festival Season? Volunteer and Enjoy Your Favorite Bands for Free With summer approaching and the festival season in full swing, what better ...

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3 Amazing Cashpoint Projects You Could Start with £500

Empowering Young Entrepreneurs with Vinspired Cashpoint In today’s challenging economic climate, young people face numerous hurdles. With the Educ...

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4 Ways We Made Volunteers Into Retail Superstars

Our Leeds and Rochdale Pop-Up Shops Are Opening Soon! The Retail Ready People (RRP) shops in Leeds and Rochdale are about to launch, offering youn...

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Check into Our CV Clinic

Empowering Youth with Employment & Skills Our innovative platform is dedicated to bringing paid employment opportunities to young people, addr...

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5 Ways We Celebrate Our Volunteers During Volunteers Week

Volunteers are the heart of our community, and at Vinspired, we believe in showing our gratitude in meaningful ways. The efforts of young volunteer...

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Do More with Your Weekly Shop British families throw away 7.2 million tonnes of food every year, with 50% of it still edible. Meanwhile, 13.5% of ...

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Selling Your Volunteering Experience to Graduate Employers

Volunteering is more than just a way to give back to your community and meet like-minded individuals—it’s a strategic move to boost your employabil...

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Five Fun, Free, Feelgood Things to Do This Summer

The glorious sun has returned, so let’s get out there and make the most of it! After a brief wet spell, it seems the sun’s come back to coax us out...

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Results Day: The Alternative Careers Advisor

Explore New Paths Beyond Traditional Education Planning to go off to university or college is a great achievement. We’re proud of everyone who’s e...

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4 Creative Shop Designs Led by Retail Ready Volunteers

Celebrating Community Innovation It’s been one year, 60 volunteers, 7,000 volunteer hours, and four pop-up shops since our Retail Ready People pro...

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6 Professional Tips for Landing Your Dream Job

In today’s fast-paced job market, young people have a unique edge in navigating the employment landscape, largely thanks to social media and techno...

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4 Things to Learn About Volunteering in Politics

VInspired Volunteers Make an Impact at Party Conferences Party conferences are among the most significant events in the political calendar. Our vo...

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4 Eco-Friendly Fashion Tips to Customize Your Clobber

Every five minutes, 10,000 items of clothing are discarded in the UK. That’s about 2 billion garments each year. At Vinspired, we’re giving old clo...

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How to become a Youth Social Action Ambassador

How to become a Youth Social Action Ambassador Our volunteers have been hanging out with Royalty. vInspired's Cashpoint superstar, Prince Ahmed, be...

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A day in the life of a business hot shot

A day in the life of a business hot shot How do you start a business career without a degree? Our friends over at EY are all about community. Fina...

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Turn off your dignity and turn on your microphones.

Turn off your dignity and turn on your microphones. Happy Friday peoples. And what a welcome Friday it is. It’s been one heck of a week for JJ here...

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Youth volunteering: A rapid review of the recent evidence

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Embrace the New Beginnings of Spring with Vinspired

Welcome to the vibrant season of spring! As we shake off the remnants of winter, it’s time to immerse ourselves in the warmth and opportunities tha...

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What It Was Like to Be on BBC Radio 1

As part of BBC Radio 1’s inaugural Local Hero Week, our very own vTiger was invited to discuss the joys of volunteering on The Surgery. This event ...

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Anatomy of Youth: Belonging to Communities - The Disconnect

The “Anatomy of Youth” report left me feeling quite overwhelmed, which is appropriate given that it highlights the complex challenges young people ...

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The Anatomy of Youth: The Blunt Truth

Having read the first chapter of the Anatomy of Youth, “Perspectives of Youth,” these are my thoughts. I am often portrayed as a rebellious young ...

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The Anatomy Of Youth: Effective Citizens

In today’s interconnected world, young people stand at the forefront of civic engagement and volunteering, making significant strides in shaping th...

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The Impact of V: Interim Findings

Vinspired has always been about pushing boundaries, trying new approaches, and injecting creativity wherever and whenever possible. This is particu...

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Summer of Give

The Summer of Give campaign by Vinspired transforms summer into a season of giving and creativity. From festivals to unique experiences like living...

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Young People, Big Society

At the heart of the Anatomy of Youth, the report by Vinspired and Demos, is a set of youth portraits that provide a snapshot of how young people ar...

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How Volunteering Saves Lives: Teaching First Aid with St John

Wondering How to Begin a Career in the Medical Profession? Start by volunteering with the St John Ambulance. Through the RISE project, young volun...

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Double 0 V20: Licence to Save Volunteering!

Exploring Youth Participation in Politics Increasing awareness among young people about the intricacies of government processes is vital. Politi...

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Live from T4 On The Beach with Vinspired

What an incredible day at T4 On The Beach! The Vinspired team arrived last night in sunny Weston-super-Mare, marking another exciting leg of the Su...

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Order Order

Exploring the dynamic world of politics can be an exhilarating experience, especially when you have the opportunity to shadow a Member of Parliamen...

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BBC Star Jo Whiley Opens Exciting Youth Space

Thanks to a £500,000 investment from the SITA Trust, the local community interest company, Make a Difference, has transformed a former bus statio...

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Big Blow for Big Society

Big Blow for Big Society In just four months vschools had established a universal volunteering and social action initiative for every State seconda...

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Summer of Give at Creamfields 2010

As the ‘Summer of Give’ concludes, I had the privilege of volunteering with Vinspired at the renowned Creamfields Dance Festival. From the very fir...

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Volunteering: Why Do It? Insights from Peer Researcher

Volunteering offers a spectrum of experiences and benefits, especially for young people. As Fareeda, a Peer Researcher, shares, the journey of volu...

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Living it up with Labour

UPDATE 04/10/10: Thanks to Mo v20, we officially have the support of Ed Miliband, leader of the Labour Party. Here’s the message we received: “I wi...

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Will You Make the Team?

Today is not just any ordinary rainy Tuesday—it’s the launch day for our exciting new campaign, Make the Team! This initiative encourages everyone ...

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V at the Party Conferences 2010

Party conferences may seem like a distant memory, yet their impact on the volunteers from Vinspired who participated remains significant. As part o...

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Evaluations Show Sector and Young People Gain from Full-Time

An evaluation of the first year of the full-time volunteering program, vTalent Year, highlights significant benefits for both the sector and young ...

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From Big Cuts to Big Society: The Voices of Young People Should be

Big Society is a heated topic in politics, almost like the buzz around the latest trends. But while politicians debate young people’s role in the B...

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National Citizen Service “Summer of a Lifetime” Pilot

Vinspired and the Dame Kelly Holmes Legacy Trust, in collaboration with local partners, are set to deliver the National Citizen Service (NCS) “Summ...

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History Jam: Behind the Scenes!

History Jam was a pioneering event orchestrated by a dedicated team of volunteers in collaboration with Choice FM. This initiative was part of Vins...

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Measuring the Impossible? Understanding the Long-Term Impact of

How do you measure the long-term impacts of volunteering? This is a question we’ve spent considerable time debating over the last six months. Today...

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Q&A with DMC World Champion DJ Switch From winning the World DMC DJ Championships for the third time to volunteering with Vinspired’s Summer o...

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Embracing the Big Society: Youth Volunteering with Vinspired

Vinspired is thrilled to announce the launch of the Big Society Youth Inquiry, spearheaded by our team to harness the vibrant discussions around yo...

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Man United Fans – The Most Kind Hearted In The Country?

It’s time to celebrate the first batch of Make the Team winners! Eleven lucky fans have won tickets to see their favorite Premier League clubs live...

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Seasons Greetings from Vinspired

As 2010 draws to a close, we reflect on a remarkable year filled with achievements alongside our partners. In this final year of delivering the rec...

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Guerrillas in the Mist

Guerrillas in the Mist When I was a kid, one of my favourite fairy tales was The Elves and the Shoemaker. An impoverished shoemaker is helped out b...

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A Rambling New Year’s Revolution

Embrace the New Year with Environmental Volunteering As we usher in a new year, it’s the perfect opportunity to rejuvenate our spirits and engag...

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Rising Fares and the Unemployed

As we step into the New Year, leaving behind the challenges of 2011, we are met with new obstacles—especially for those seeking employment opportun...

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Digital Fatigue? Volunteering Could Be the Cure

Most of us would agree that the internet is a societal force for good. It has created previously unrealized global communities and brought the wo...

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The Day the YAB Came to Town

On January 16th, the Vinspired Youth Advisory Board (YAB) made waves at the London offices with a day full of innovation, creativity, and engaging ...

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The Lazy Youth? Rethinking Perceptions of Young Volunteers

Boris Johnson recently suggested that young unemployed Britons “lack energy and appetite” compared to their foreign counterparts. This statement ...

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Recognising the Inspiring Contribution of Young Volunteers

For three days, a beautiful studio in Regent’s Park was buzzing with inspiring young people sharing their stories over pizza. This weekend, I had...

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Why Media Portrayals of Young People Need to Change

The discussion around how young people are portrayed in the media has been gaining momentum, thanks to initiatives like the #PressChange4Youth ca...

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Student Volunteering Week: Volunteering Provides Some of the Most Valuable University Experiences Being a student presents numerous opportunities ...

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Student Volunteering Week 2012: Back to Community Roots Today marks the beginning of Student Volunteering Week 2012, a significant event organiz...

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How Student Volunteering Changed My Life

Volunteering as a student has profoundly transformed my life. Participating in volunteer work experience while balancing my studies and full-time j...

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Highlighting Student Volunteer Achievements at Kingston University During this week, universities across the nation have the opportunity to show...

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Give a Book, Change a Life

Do you have old books gathering dust on your shelves? Is your school or college updating its curriculum this year? What happens to those old book...

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Opportunities Spotlight: Our Cheat Sheet of Fun Volunteering Ideas

Volunteering can be invigorating and fulfilling! At Vinspired, we’re dedicated to offering young people unique volunteer opportunities that suit ...

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Why Workfare’s “One Size Fits All” Approach is Unhelpful to Young People’s Aspirations The workfare programme has been highly controversial. At ...

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Kindness Boomerang

When I was a child, my mum used to shop in Elphicks, a family-run department store in Farnham. While shopping could be mundane, Elphicks captivated...

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Join the 2012 Jubilee Celebrations with The Big Lunch Are you ready to meet new people, learn fresh skills, and celebrate The Queen’s Diamond Ju...

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Why “Gang” Culture is Something to be Encouraged, Not Dismantled

Our tendency to form groups has been a part of human nature for millions of years and continues today. Consider social media platforms like Faceb...

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Be Part of the Olympic Legacy with the 2012 Community Games

Are you ready to be part of the Olympic legacy? The 2012 Community Games is an exciting initiative bringing communities across England together to ...

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3 Ways You Can Make a Difference to Your Community – Right Now, on

Are you aged between 13-25 and eager to make a positive impact in your community? Whether you’re looking for a significant project with a unique tw...

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How a Volunteering Opportunity Found Through Vinspired Led to a

Discover how a volunteering role can transform your career path! Mark, from Banbury, shares his journey from a voluntary intern to a full-time Com...

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Raising the Participation Age: Opening Up the Road Less Travelled?

What is Raising the Participation Age (RPA)? The concept of “Raising the Participation Age” (RPA) has been gaining attention recently and is poi...

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Go Global with Global Youth Service Day This April Are you ready to be a part of the largest and longest-running annual day of volunteering? Fro...

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Our Ideas for Social Action Projects to Change the World!

After a short break, vInspired Cashpoint is open for applications. Are you looking for inspiration on how to use £500 effectively in your community...

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Introducing Volunteer of the Month: May’s Award-Winner!

Cydney Butler, a dedicated Peer Educator at Brook in Milton Keynes, is celebrated as our Volunteer of the Month. At 23, she is making significant...

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Making Y-fronts from nettles and other world changing ideas...

Making Y-fronts from nettles and other world changing ideas… </a> Last week at vInspired, we had the pleasure of welcoming John-Paul Fli...

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Here's your chance to be a Ministry of Sound DJ for the day!

Here’s your chance to be a Ministry of Sound DJ for the day! </a> Update: The deadline for entries for the prize draw has now passed. Thanks ...

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Meet Tom Mower: the extraordinary story of a volunteer-aholic

Meet Tom Mower: the extraordinary story of a volunteer-aholic Tom Mower, 22, from Leeds is down to the final five of a global competition run by G...

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5 Reasons Why Volunteers Make Great Entrepreneurs

Volunteers possess a unique mindset that aligns closely with the entrepreneurial spirit. Let’s explore five compelling reasons why volunteering can...

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Volunteer of the Month for June

Celebrate the start of Volunteers’ Week by recognizing our latest Volunteer of the Month! These awards highlight the remarkable contributions of ...

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I’ve Learnt That Helping Others Through Volunteering Can Also Help

Volunteering is a powerful tool for personal development and community impact. Through my experience with READ International, I’ve discovered that ...

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Rub Shoulders with the Stars as Our Showbiz Correspondent!

Do you dream of mingling with celebrities like Tinchy Stryder at a glamorous VIP launch party? Here’s your chance to shine as our showbiz corresp...

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I’m on Cloud 9

As a platform that connects volunteers through unique experiences, Vinspired has once again delivered a standout event that left attendees on a hig...

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Experience the Magic of Festival Volunteering with Oxfam Dive into a Summer of Impact and Excitement Are you ready to make a difference this su...

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Join This Year’s Biggest Youth Movement - Be Part of #ReverseRiots!

Join this year’s most impactful youth movement, and take a stand with the #ReverseRiots campaign. This initiative aims to reshape the perception of...

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Meet July’s Volunteer of the Month: Joseph Roncarelli

Joseph Roncarelli, a 19-year-old from London, is celebrated as Vinspired’s Volunteer of the Month for July. Joseph began his volunteering journey...

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Unforgettable Summer Experiences: International Volunteering

Summer holidays are synonymous with traveling, and when you combine travel with volunteering, you create memorable experiences that check all the b...

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Are You Retail Ready? Transform the High Street with Us!

Welcome to an exciting opportunity to rejuvenate the high street through our latest initiative, Retail Ready People. This program is specifically...

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Joining Our Youth Advisory Board Could Be a Life-Changing Experience

Joining our Youth Advisory Board (YAB) is more than just a volunteering opportunity—it’s a chance to develop key skills in fundraising, teamwork, a...

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What The Dark Knight and Volunteers Have in Common

Apart from being yet another great addition to the already successful franchise, there are some timely moral questions within The Dark Knight Ris...

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8 Career Paths That Can Be Kick-Started by Volunteering

Volunteering is an excellent way to build employment skills and explore potential career paths with minimal risk. In fact, three-quarters of empl...

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Celebrate International Women’s Day with £500 to Boost Your CV

We have a whole host of female trailblazers to introduce you to… From leading a team to managing budgets, Vinspired Cashpoint offers you a unique ...

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4 Ways to Get Your Campaign into the Media

Organizing an impactful campaign is crucial, but ensuring it garners the attention it deserves can be challenging. Whether you’re passionate about ...

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6 Perfect Opportunities to Do Good During Student Volunteering Week

University is an important time to volunteer. When you leave full-time education, employers want to see what you did with your time. That means joi...

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Inspirational Autistic Schoolgirls Volunteer to Tell It Like It Is

Did You Know Girls Are Diagnosed with Autism Later Than Boys? Girls are often diagnosed with autism later than boys, which can lead to struggles d...

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Save the Date: Creative Collisions Conference

Join Vinspired at the Creative Collisions Conference! Vinspired is excited to announce its partnership with leading youth organizations to host th...

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Voting 101: Your Ultimate Guide to the Next Election

Swing the Vote: Voting 101 In the last general election, only 44% of 18-24-year-olds turned out to vote. We understand that it requires motivation...

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Swing the Vote - The Ins and Outs of the General Election

Understanding the Voting Process Do you know exactly how voting works? You might have read our Voting 101 - your ultimate guide to voting in the n...

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Swing the Vote: Who Do I Vote For?

Understanding how to make a difference through volunteering is only the beginning. Now, it’s time to consider how you use your vote effectively to ...

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Swing the Vote: How Do I Vote? Voting is a crucial part of civic engagement, and understanding the process is essential. If you’re ready to make y...

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A Programme for the NEET Generation Empowering Young People with Skills for the Future In today’s fast-paced world, programs that deliver essenti...

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7 Training Tips for Running a Half-Marathon

Thinking About Taking the Plunge and Signing Up for a Half-Marathon? 13.1 miles can be intimidating but is by no means impossible. We salute your ...

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Volunteering Will Make or Break You – An Open Letter to Young

Volunteering offers a transformative journey, especially for young entrepreneurs. It’s not just about giving back, but about gaining the skills tha...

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19 Tips for Applying for Your First Job

Starting your first job application can be a daunting task, but with the right guidance, it becomes a rewarding experience. Whether you are finishi...

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10 Opportunities to Take Charge of Your Summer

The summer holidays are the holy grail of the academic year—no teachers, no homework (until the night before term starts again), and no early morni...

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Volunteer of the Month - June 2014 Introducing Our Volunteer of the Month for June Meet our Volunteer of the Month, Aishah Ayoub. Nominated by the...

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5 Reasons It’s Better to Volunteer at a Festival This Year

Paying to Get into a Festival? Think Again. The headliners for this year’s music festivals are being announced rapidly, and while tickets can skyr...

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Four Reasons to Download Our vInspired App

Taking up a volunteer placement from the palm of your hand just got even easier. If you’re looking for a volunteer placement, you’re already genero...

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8 Inspiring Quotes for Volunteers Who Make a Difference

Being able to see the positive impact you make is one of the reasons people choose to volunteer. Volunteering can, at times, be highly challenging...

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The Best Career Advice I Ever Received: Volunteer

Volunteering is more than just a noble act; it is a transformative journey that can significantly impact your career development. Whether you’re ...

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How Volunteering Transformed My Life: A Personal Journey

Participating in volunteering activities not only allows you to give back but also opens doors to personal growth and development. Two years ago,...

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5 Ways to Get the Most Out of Your Volunteering

Before diving into a volunteering opportunity, it’s often useful to take a quick step back and think about how your efforts are going to be worthwh...

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3 Steps to Finding Your Life’s Passion Through Volunteering

Finding your life’s passion and pursuing a career you truly love is a journey—one that volunteering can significantly enrich. Whether you’ve just...

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5 Winning Formulas for Vinspired Cashpoint Funded Projects

Empower Your Community with Vinspired Cashpoint The Vinspired Cashpoint offers up to £500 in funding to young individuals eager to set up local ...

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Star Awards Provider - Runshaw College

Runshaw College: Leading the Way in Volunteering Excellence Runshaw College has been honored as our inaugural Star Awards Provider! These organiza...

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6 Financial Issues That Will Get You Voting in the 2015 Election

The results are in: young people are ready to vote if politicians promise to secure their financial futures. In our survey of 1000 young people, we...

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Forget a Revolution: These Changemakers Are Putting Politics on

Politics, and your attitudes towards them, are garnering serious attention in the media right now. While celebrities express their disillusionment ...

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Make Your Own Opportunity with vInspired Cashpoint

Are you a young person looking to make a difference in your community? If you’re under 18 and struggling to find the right volunteering opportunity...

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3 Meaningful Donations to Create Positive Change This Giving Tuesday

Giving Tuesday is upon us, providing a powerful counter-narrative to the consumptive frenzy of Black Friday. As we transition from the chaos of “gr...

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Three Million Youth Votes Up for Grabs

New research from Demos highlights that three million young voters remain undecided in the upcoming General Election. The Tune In, Turn Out report,...

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London Marathon 2015 - I’m In!

Running a marathon is no small feat—completing 26.2 miles requires dedication, passion, and resilience. At Vinspired, we found these qualities in o...

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Help Homeless People with These 3 Ideas

The issue of homelessness is more prevalent than ever, with an estimated 500,000 individuals in the UK lacking stable housing, including 90,000 you...

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Engaging the Youth: Why We’re Bringing Politics to YouTube Bridging the Gap for Young Voters Understanding why young people often refrain from ...

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Cost of Living – A Crisis?

The phrase “cost of living” is being tossed around frequently, especially as elections draw near. But what does it really mean? Is it truly a cri...

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Volunteer of the Month - February 2015

Celebrating Our Volunteers Volunteer of the Month - February 2015 We’re doing things a bit differently for February – we’ve got two Volunteers of...

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Tuition Fees and the 2015 Election

Do you think university tuition fees in the UK cost what they should? Or do government policies leave a lot to be desired? Now that superstar YouTu...

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