Your time and skills can make a real difference.
Join us and help create a stronger, more welcoming community.
By volunteering with us, you become part of a welcoming community committed to changing lives and creating a more inclusive, compassionate society.
We value diversity and welcome volunteers from all nationalities, backgrounds, and life experiences — from young people taking their first steps in social responsibility, to jobseekers building skills, and retired people looking to stay involved.
This diversity helps us create positive change. We also welcome people who have previously used our services, as their first-hand experience can offer valuable insight when supporting others. However, you cannot volunteer while actively using our services.
We offer a range of roles to suit different skills, interests, and availability, so there is a place for you in our volunteer community.
Together, we can build connections, celebrate diversity, and make a lasting impact on people’s lives in Scotland.
Language Support
Help bridge communication gaps by providing language support. Your assistance can help people feel more comfortable, understand services more easily, and access the support they need.
Event Volunteering
Support our events, workshops, and campaigns by helping everything run smoothly. Your time can help create welcoming spaces where people connect, build friendships, and feel part of the community.
New Scots Gatherings
Help create a welcoming, inclusive space where people can connect, share their stories, and take part in open conversations. Find out more about the New Scots Gatherings here!
Buddy Programme
Help create a welcoming, inclusive space where people can connect, share their stories, and take part in open conversations.
Administration Support
Build your administration skills while helping our day-to-day work run smoothly. This role supports both people who use our services and staff by ensuring they have the practical help they need.
We value every volunteer’s individuality, skills, and commitment. To help keep our programmes safe, effective, and well supported, we ask all new volunteers to complete a few simple steps before getting started. The process below explains what to expect.
Informal Chat
Once you send your completed form to info@fifeinternational.uk, we will arrange an informal chat. This is a chance for you to learn more about our organisation and the volunteer roles available, and for us to get to know you, your skills, interests, and how you would like to support our mission.
PVG (Protecting Vulnerable Groups) Check
Some volunteer roles may require a PVG check, depending on the type of activity and level of contact with people using our services. If a check is needed, we will guide you through the process. This helps us maintain a safe and supportive environment for everyone involved.
Agreements and Forms
Once the relevant checks are complete, we will ask you to complete the volunteer agreements and forms for your role. These documents outline your responsibilities, confidentiality requirements, and our shared expectations, helping everyone understand how we work together safely and positively.
We want volunteering to be accessible and affordable. You should not be left out of pocket for giving your time, so we will reimburse reasonable travel costs and other agreed expenses connected to your volunteering role.
Induction
We will provide an induction session to help you feel confident, informed, and ready to begin. This will introduce you to your role, our organisation’s mission, and good practice when supporting people who use our services.
That’s everything you need to get started.
Ready to join us? Complete our volunteer application form today and take the first step towards becoming part of our welcoming volunteer community.
If you have any further questions, don’t hesitate to contact us to find out more!