Information Stall Assistant
Project overview
Action 21 hosts information stalls at lots of local events to showcase our projects and tell people how they can get involved in what we do.
Principal Function of Volunteer
To represent Action 21, talking to members of the public about us and answering any questions they may have.
Tasks and Activities
As a volunteer you will carry out some or all of the following activities, depending on your individual capabilities and preferences. This list is only a guide to the types of activities that may be required.
- Speak to members of the public who visit the information stall about our projects and/or about ways in which they could get involved.
- Help create and improve our displays
Benefits
This one-off volunteering activity provides a very simple and easy way to do something positive in your community and learn more about Action 21’s activities.
Skills/Qualifications/Experience sought
No previous experience is required as full support will be given. We’ll tell you beforehand about Action 21 and try and buddy you up with an experienced volunteer if you’re new to the organisation. We only ask volunteers to be enthusiastic and willing to talk to members of the public about Action 21 and sustainable living.
Minimum age: 16yrs
Time commitment required
We normally ask volunteers to commit to a 2 hour shift on the stall, after which we’ll provide a free food token (up to £3)
Upcoming events
For most of these events we ask volunteers for a minimum of a 2 hour shift. For events further afield where transport is limited we may ask volunteers to help out for the whole day.
- Canal Festival - Sun 3rd May 2009 - 10am – 4pm. Barge boat festival in Leamington Spa’s town centre, with music and dance performances on streets adjacent to the canal.
- Volunteering Fair - Tue 2nd Jun 2009 - 3pm – 7pm. Tell people about what it’s like to volunteer for Action 21.
- The Peace Festival - Sat 13th & Sun 14th Jun 2009 - 10am – 4pm. A free festival featuring two entertainment areas, children's & workshop tents, over 120 stalls – charities, activists, spiritual groups, healers, crafts and fairtraders.
The Royal Show - Tue 7th – Fri 10th Jul 2009, whole day. The last ever year of the Royal Show.
Warwick Races - Sun 6th Sep 2009 - 10am – 7pm. The annual Warwick Cycle Races (Sun 6th Sep 2009) is part of a network of similar race events across the country. The races, organised by British Cycling, circuit the town centre and include professional and fun races. Loads of spectators come to enjoy the event and the other activities on offer.
Training, Reviews & Support
- Registration session with Amy, The Volunteer Development Worker to provide an overview of Action 21 and what volunteering on our projects involves. Also gives you a chance to ask any questions you may have.
- Project Induction with Amy, supporting volunteers in how to promote Action 21 to the general public. This may be on the phone, via email or face to face, depending on what’s appropriate.
- Support on the day by Action 21 staff in attendance at the event
Expenses
You can claim back reasonable expenses for travel. How you go about claiming back these costs will be explained in more detail during your induction. We can also usually provide a lunch voucher for your time.
Location
Various, depending on the event – see “time commitment” above for locations.