Become our Volunteer
We have a variety of roles to suit different skills, interests, and availability. Whether you can offer a few hours a week or support specific events, we’d love to hear from you!
Reasons to work with us
Why Volunteer with WGLA?
Your time and skills are a precious gift that directly impacts our ability to:
- Educate Future Generations: Help us share the rich history and contributions of the Windrush Generation.
- Empower Our Community: Provide vital information, advice, and guidance to those who need it.
- Preserve Heritage: Contribute to documenting and celebrating the cultural impact through exhibitions and events.
- Build Connections: Join a vibrant and welcoming team dedicated to a shared purpose.
Opportunities
- Exhibition & Event Support: Assist with setting up, guiding visitors, collecting feedback, and managing logistics for our heritage exhibitions, fairs, and cultural events (including our upcoming exhibitions at Westfield centres and the Whitgift Centre!).
- Community Outreach: Help us spread the word about WGLA’s work, connect with local groups, and identify new opportunities for collaboration.
Administrative Support: Assist with office tasks, data entry, communications, and general organizational needs. - Workshop & Seminar Facilitation: Support our educational programs by assisting facilitators, preparing materials, or even leading sessions if you have relevant expertise.
- Advice & Guidance Support: If you have experience in areas like immigration, welfare, or legal support, you could assist in providing crucial information under supervision.
- Arts & Culture Promotion: Help us organize and promote music events, cultural performances, and artistic expressions celebrating the Windrush legacy.
- Digital & Social Media: Assist with updating our website, managing social media channels, creating content, and engaging our online community.
- Research & Archiving: Help us collect, document, and preserve invaluable stories, photographs, and historical records.
What You'll Gain
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Ready To Make A Difference?
We're excited to welcome you! To start your volunteering journey with WGLA, please follow these steps:
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Send Your Application Email
Email us with the subject line "Volunteer Application" and include your full name, contact details, motivation for volunteering, relevant skills or experience, and your general availability.
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We'll Get In Touch
Our team will review your application and contact you to discuss available opportunities and next steps, which may include a brief chat and an induction.
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Complete Your Induction
Once matched with a suitable role, you'll receive an orientation to familiarize you with WGLA's mission, values, and specific volunteer responsibilities.
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Start Making An Impact
Begin your volunteer work with ongoing support from our team and connect with fellow volunteers who share your passion for preserving Windrush heritage.
What We Offer Our Volunteers:
- Comprehensive training and ongoing support
- Flexible scheduling to accommodate your availability
- Opportunities to develop new skills and experience
- Connection with a passionate community of like-minded individuals
- Direct involvement in preserving important cultural heritage
- Recognition and appreciation for your valuable contributions
Ready to get started? Send your volunteer application email today and join us in making a meaningful difference in our community.