Membership is open to all organisations and individuals with an interest in volunteering. There is no fee. By becoming a member you add your voice to support volunteering. To become a member we ask that your organisation values the contribution of volunteers, is committed to good practice in volunteering and supports the Agency's Principles of Membership.

Principles of Membership

• Volunteering encourages civic participation and demonstrates active citizenship.
• Volunteering is an expression of the individual's freedom to choose.
• Volunteering is unwaged and benefits from being a reciprocal gift relationship that meets the needs of organisations and volunteers.
• Volunteering promotes inclusion and should be open to all.
• Volunteering enables people and communities to influence and contribute to social change.
• Volunteering works best when it is guided by good practice.

As a member of the Agency you will receive:

• Membership Certificate.
• Regular volunteering news through Newslink Online.
• A calendar of training opportunities through Training E-Circular.
• Access to tailored support and training through our competitive consultancy service.
• Voting rights (Ordinary Members only).
• Information and good practice resources.
• Networking opportunities.
• Input to consultations.
• Policy and research briefings.
• Connection to national and regional campaigns and initiatives.

If you value the contribution of volunteers and want to be part of the voice for volunteering, become a member.