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Summer Crafts - Pipe Cleaner Flowers

Crafting Happiness

10 Aug 2026 14:00 - 16:00
Take some time out to relax and get creative at this easy, hands-on session! Using pipe cleaners, you’ll learn simple techniques to create beautiful decorative flowers, which will be donated to local charities to help with their fundraising activities.

No previous crafting experience is needed, and new volunteers are welcome!

Come along, unwind, enjoy a friendly, low-pressure session and learn how to create colourful pipe-cleaner flowers. All resources will be provided.

Date: Monday 10 August
Time: 14.00-16.00
Location: SH0.06 Student Opportunity Hub, Senate House
- Type of VolunteeringCommunity, Art, Craft and Design
- Location of VolunteeringOn Campus
- Project TypeStudent Led Volunteering
- Problem Solving
- Teamwork
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Nature Conservation Volunteers Mailing List 26-27

Nature Conservation Volunteers

01 Aug 2026 - 01 Sep 2027
Nature Conservation Volunteers is a Student-Led project working with local conservation groups (Friends of Canley Green Spaces, Warwickshire Wildlife Trust and Coventry Urban Rangers) to care for Green Spaces and Woodlands.
Volunteers experience nature, by taking part in fun environmental activities to improve the natural green spaces surrounding Canley and campus. Volunteer sessions run for just a few hours, but they produce long term benefits that can be enjoyed by people and wildlife. Volunteers also explore the superb green spaces around Canley and campus with guided walks through ancient woodland, farmland and beautiful countryside.
Activities include planting spring bulbs, creating wildflower meadows, uprooting Himalayan Balsam (an invasive species) and woodland management. Volunteer days are usually held on Saturdays from 10.30am -2.00pm.
If you would like to volunteer click the 'Register your interest' button below.
You can view photos of past volunteering activities at: https://www.flickr.com/photos/Canley-Green-Spaces.
- Type of VolunteeringAnimals, Conservation and Environment
- Location of VolunteeringCoventry
- Problem Solving
- Sustainability
- Teamwork
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Postcards of Kindness Mailing List

Postcards of Kindness

01 Aug 2026 - 31 Jul 2027
Volunteers create cards and write letters to send to people who could use an emotional boost. We link with national initiatives that support older people in care homes and seriously ill children. And while it’s a small gesture, the resulting deliveries bring a great deal of joy and spark lively conversations among the people who receive them.
How does the project work?
Postcards of Kindness is run by a team of Student Leaders who organise and coordinate sessions, supporting volunteers throughout. All materials and resources are provided, so you can simply come along and get involved.

Do I need any experience?
No previous experience is needed, and new volunteers are always welcome. Sessions are friendly and relaxed, making them a great way to unwind, try something new, and meet other volunteers.

When and where do sessions take place?
Sessions take place weekly on Wednesdays during term time on campus, with sign-up advertised through the mailing list and on the volunteering portal calendar.

Do I need to come every week?
Volunteering is flexible, so you can get involved as little or as often as you like. You do not need to volunteer every week, you can take part whenever it works for you.
- Type of VolunteeringCommunity, Art, Craft and Design
- Location of VolunteeringOn Campus
- Project TypeStudent Led Volunteering
- Communication
- Intercultural Awareness
- Teamwork
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Warwick Digital Cafe Mailing List

Warwick Digital Cafe

01 Aug 2026 - 31 Jul 2027
Volunteers support older people on a one-to-one basis, teaching them how to use their phones, laptops and tablets, while also offering friendly conversation and encouragement.The project helps older learners build digital skills so they can stay independent, access useful information and services, and remain connected with family, friends, and their local community. Volunteers also have the chance to chat with local people from a wide range of backgrounds and hear about their lives and stories.
Sessions are delivered in partnership with external charities and community organisations. Student Leaders coordinate the sessions and provide support to volunteers throughout. Volunteering is flexible, so you can get involved as often as you like. Sessions run during term time, with weekly sign-up advertised through the mailing list and on the volunteering portal calendar.

Where and when does this activity take place?
Sessions take place at Kenilworth Community Centre on Wednesdays from 2:00pm to 3:30pm.

Do I need any skills or experience?
No previous experience is required. If you are confident using your own digital devices, you will be able to help others with theirs. All you need is patience!

What will I do?
Volunteers typically support with everyday digital tasks, such as using Google Maps, sending emails, sharing photos, using social media, or accessing online services. You do not need to know everything. If a question or technical issue arises that you are unsure about, a Project Leader will always be there to help.

How will I travel there from campus?
Volunteers meet at 1.20pm at the bus interchange and travel together to Kenilworth on the number 11 bus. The group returns to campus at approximately 3.50pm. Bus fares are reimbursed by Warwick Volunteers.
- Type of VolunteeringOlder People, Technology/Social Media
- Location of VolunteeringKenilworth
- Project TypeStudent Led Volunteering
- Communication
- Digital Literacy
- Information Literacy
- Problem Solving
- Professionalism
- Teamwork
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Warwick Digital Cafe

Warwick Digital Cafe

16 Sep 2026 13:20 - 15:50
Volunteers work one-to-one with older people, helping them to use their laptops, phones, and tablets. By improving digital skills, they build confidence and empower people to remain independent, access important services and information, stay connected with family and friends, and engage more fully with their community. As well as helping older learners to stay connected in what for them is a new world, you also have the chance to talk to local people about their lives and very varied backgrounds. You may be surprised at what they have to say!
Skills or experience required?
No previous experience is required. As long as you’re comfortable using a phone, laptop, or tablet, you will have the skills needed to help others use theirs. All you need is patience!
What will I do?
The learners are mostly older adults from the local area. Volunteers typically support with everyday digital tasks, such as using Google Maps, sending emails, sharing photos, using social media, or accessing online services. You do not need to know everything. If a question or technical issue arises that you are unsure about, a Project Leader will always be there to help.
Where does this activity take place?
Sessions take place at The Kenilworth Community Centre from 2:00pm to 3:30pm.
How can I travel there from campus?
Volunteers meet at 1.20 pm at the bus interchange and travel together to Kenilworth on the number 11 bus. The group returns to campus at approximately 3.50pm. Bus fares are reimbursed by Warwick Volunteers.
- Type of VolunteeringAdvice and Support, Community, Older People, Technology/Social Media
- Location of VolunteeringKenilworth
- Communication
- Digital Literacy
- Information Literacy
- Problem Solving
- Professionalism
- Teamwork
Signups close on 16 Sep
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Warwick Digital Cafe

Warwick Digital Cafe

19 Aug 2026 13:20 - 15:50
Volunteers work one-to-one with older people, helping them to use their laptops, phones, and tablets. By improving digital skills, they build confidence and empower people to remain independent, access important services and information, stay connected with family and friends, and engage more fully with their community. As well as helping older learners to stay connected in what for them is a new world, you also have the chance to talk to local people about their lives and very varied backgrounds. You may be surprised at what they have to say!
Skills or experience required?
No previous experience is required. As long as you’re comfortable using a phone, laptop, or tablet, you will have the skills needed to help others use theirs. All you need is patience!
What will I do?
The learners are mostly older adults from the local area. Volunteers typically support with everyday digital tasks, such as using Google Maps, sending emails, sharing photos, using social media, or accessing online services. You do not need to know everything. If a question or technical issue arises that you are unsure about, a Project Leader will always be there to help.
Where does this activity take place?
Sessions take place at The Kenilworth Community Centre from 2:00pm to 3:30pm.
How can I travel there from campus?
Volunteers meet at 1.20 pm at the bus interchange and travel together to Kenilworth on the number 11 bus. The group returns to campus at approximately 3.50pm. Bus fares are reimbursed by Warwick Volunteers.
- Type of VolunteeringAdvice and Support, Community, Older People, Technology/Social Media
- Location of VolunteeringKenilworth
- Communication
- Digital Literacy
- Information Literacy
- Problem Solving
- Professionalism
- Teamwork
Signups close on 19 Aug
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Community Crafters Volunteer Signup 26-27

Community Crafters

01 Aug 2026 - 31 Jul 2027
Engaging the community in craft activities at various fayres and community events across the year
- Type of VolunteeringCommunity, Older People, Children and Young people
- Location of VolunteeringCoventry, Leamington Spa
- Communication
- Intercultural Awareness
- Teamwork
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Volunteer Receptionist

Coventry Citizens Advice

01 Aug 2026 - 31 Jul 2027
Reception volunteers are the public face of Citizens Advice. They are the main link between the public and the service. As a receptionist you would greet clients and make them feel comfortable, answer phone calls and provide information on the service. During quieter periods you may, once trained, provide email advice.
What qualities do we look for?
- An understanding of and commitment to the work of Coventry Citizens Advice.
People skills
- Passionate and interested inhelping people
- Sensitive to other people’s needs
- Good at building a rapport with others
- Committed to treating all people with respect and in a non- judgemental manner
Technical Skills for the Role
- Excellent telephone manner
- Ability to take accurate telephone messages
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Working knowledge of Office 365, particularly Word, Excel and Outlook and willingness to develop and learn new software systems as required.
Time commitment - A minimum of one session per week. Volunteers are needed for the following sessions at our city centre office;

Mon
Tues
Wed
Thurs
Fri
09:15 – 12:30

Yes

Yes
12:30 – 15:45

Yes
Yes
Yes
- Type of VolunteeringAdvice and Support, Community, Crisis and Poverty, Disability, Homeless, Justice and Human Rights
- Location of VolunteeringCoventry
- Communication
- Ethical Values
- Organisational Awareness
- Professionalism
- Teamwork
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Volunteer Digital Access Hub Assistant

Coventry Citizens Advice

01 Aug 2026 - 31 Jul 2027
Our Digital Access Hub enables digitally excluded residents to complete essential online tasks and build lasting digital confidence at our city centre offices. This is an in-person role where you will support clients to find information online to solve their problems.
What does a Volunteer Digital Access Assistant do?
1. Support clients to find information online to solve their problems.
2. Teach clients, individually, to carry out activities online. For example:
  - Universal Credit journal actions
  - Council and housing portal submissions
  - Evidence uploads
  - Online banking and billing setup
  - NHS App and GOV.UK
3. Ensure clients understand the importance of using safe passwords, multi-factor authentication, have scam awareness and privacy knowledge.
4. Escalate clients to an advisor, where appropriate.
5. Maintain detailed case records.
- Type of VolunteeringAdvice and Support, Homeless, Health and Social Care, Technology/Social Media
- Location of VolunteeringCoventry
- Communication
- Digital Literacy
- Information Literacy
- Professionalism
- Teamwork
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Volunteer Information Giver - Email

Coventry Citizens Advice

01 Aug 2026 - 31 Jul 2027
We are a free, independent, advice-giving charity. We give people the knowledge and confidence they need to find their way forward - whoever they are, whatever their problem. Volunteers are needed to explore issues with clients to provide them with options to help solve their problems. The role is based in our offices initially but could be done from home once competent.
What does Volunteer Information Giver – Email do?
1. Complete an introduction to Citizens Advice and training for your role.
2. Explore issues with clients to be able to provide them with options to help them solve their problems.
3. Give information, guidance and support to clients or signpost/refer to other services.
4. Write a summary of the clients’ problems and what action you’ve taken
5. Look out for problems that are common, or are unfair, and record information to support Citizens Advice research and campaigns work.
What qualities do we look for?
- Friendly, approachable and patient
- Non-judgmental and respect views, values and cultures that are different to your own
- Good communication skills
- Working knowledge of Office 365, particularly Microsoft Word and Outlook and a willingness to learn new systems as required.
- The ability to research information using reputable sources.
- Work within Citizens Advice key principles and policies, including equity, diversity and inclusion, confidentiality and data protection
- Willing to undertake training in your role
- Type of VolunteeringAdvice and Support, Community, Crisis and Poverty, Disability, Homeless, Health and Social Care, Justice and Human Rights
- Location of VolunteeringCoventry, Online/From home
- Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Information Literacy
- Organisational Awareness
- Problem Solving
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Animals, Conservation and Environment	Justice and Human Rights
Advice and Support	Older People
Community	Mentoring
Crisis and Poverty	Children and Young people
Culture and Heritage	Research
Disability	Sport
Homeless	Art, Craft and Design
Health and Social Care	Languages
International Volunteering	Technology/Social Media

Coventry	On Campus
International	Online/From home
Kenilworth	Other
Leamington Spa	Warwick

	Mon	Tues	Wed	Thurs	Fri
09:15 – 12:30			Yes		Yes
12:30 – 15:45		Yes	Yes	Yes

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