Welcome to the Volunteer Centre Western Isles website, your guide to volunteering opportunities and other Volunteer Centre services available in the Western Isles. |  |
Whether you wish to volunteer yourself or are part of an organisation wishing to recruit volunteers you can find the information you need to get started right here. Don't forget to check out our sister site www.volunteerscotland.org.uk where you can find out about volunteer opportunities throughout scotland including the Western Isles.
The Western Isles or Outer Hebrides, (officially known for local government purposes by the Gaelic name, Na h-Eileanan Siar) comprise an island chain off the north west coast of Scotland.
The island chain forms part of the Hebrides, separated from the Scottish mainland and from the Inner Hebrides by the stormy waters of the Minch, the Little Minch and the Sea of the Hebrides.
The Scottish Household survey 2005 showed that 29% of those surveyed volunteered in the last 12 months, this is 4% higher than the Scottish average from the same survey. It is expected that this figure would be higher if all those volunteering recognised it as volunteering. The islands have a high level of community involvement, which in some cases is well above the national average.
Latest additions to our News Page:
| Micro Volunteering | Ice extravagansa in Uist |
| Make A Difference Day 2010 | free tree planting packs |
| Local Grants | Gazette promotion of Voluntary Organisations |
Latest additions to our Downloads Page:
| Loving Hands Knitting patterns | MV Award - TIMESHEET |
| WAVE award for Organisations - INFORMATION LEAFLET | KEEP YOUR VOLUNTEERS GUIDE |