For Student Volunteers Week Purva tells us all about her volunteering journey as an International Student. “Volunteering is something that I have always been passionate about. As an international student initially, I was very nervous whether I would be able to survive or adapt here but volunteering at Discovery solved my problems. Hearing about volunteering at Discovery in my 1st
I wanted to get involved with the Staff Volunteering Scheme because it’s a great chance to do something very different to my regular role. Plus, volunteering with Discovery was a huge highlight of my time as a student at Swansea University so learning that there was a way staff could get involved, I jumped at the opportunity! So far, I
Anna, Lego Club Project Coordinator talks about what she has learnt over the last year: “Being a Project coordinator has taught me many life skills I have improved my organisation, learnt how to complete risk assessments, kept on top of emails and organised a group of volunteers. I had help every step of the way but have become independent in
As a Discovery project coordinator for PENPAL, I have the privilege of facilitating meaningful connections between children and elderly individuals through letter exchanges. This role allows me to play a part in fostering positive change and building bridges between generations. Volunteering as an international student has had a profound impact on me. It has not only provided me with valuable
Mae Discovery, Elusen Gwirfoddoli Myfyrwyr Abertawe, yn falch iawn o gyhoeddi ei hanrhydedd diweddar: cydnabyddiaeth y Cynnig Cymraeg. Mae’r Cynnig Cymraeg, a ddyfernir gan Gomisiynydd y Gymraeg, yn dystiolaeth o ymroddiad Discovery i ddarparu gwasanaethau Cymraeg drwy wirfoddoli. Mae’r gydnabyddiaeth hon nid yn unig yn arwydd o ymrwymiad Discovery i’r iaith ond hefyd mae’n dangos i’r cyhoedd bod gwasanaethau Cymraeg
Volunteering with Discovery gives you the access to apply to earn the university’s HEAR award depending on the number of hours you’ve completed which is eligible to all students in the university! What is the HEAR Award? The Higher Education Achievement Report (HEAR) award is a formal university-verified document that provides records of your academic and personal achievements or extra-curricular
Every year you the Discovery volunteers get to vote for the Trustee board. Trustees oversee the work of Discovery & have a meaningful say in the direction of Discovery and the impact it has on the local community so this is your chance to have a say in who should help run Discovery. The elections will be taking place online
My name is Lois Owumi alias Lopet, a master’s student of Management Business Analytics witha passion for supporting people in any capacity including volunteering. When I first landed in theUK, filled with dreams and lot of luggage’s, I never imagined that volunteering would becomesuch a pivotal part of my journey. As an international student diving into my masters, I was
Hi I’m Lizzie and this was my experience as a student trustee. During my time with Discovery I’ve held multiple roles including volunteer, trustee, project coordinator and some paid roles as well (Supported Volunteer Scheme Intern and Research Assistant). Being a trustee was really exciting and helped me develop lots of different skills. I was the student president on the board of
As the student trustee secretary for the past three years, my experience has been incredible! I’ve gained crucial organisation and administration skills, managing tasks ranging from setting up grouped emails using Outlook to ensuring accurate trustee contact information and handling filings with The Charities Commission . Additionally, I’ve developed the ability to coordinate room bookings, create agendas, compile minutes, and