National Volunteering Week starts May 16th

A week long celebration of volunteering was announced earlier week as National Volunteering Week 2022 was launched on Monday 9th May. National Volunteering Week (16th – 22nd May) takes place during the third week of May every year and is dedicated to showcasing the contribution of volunteers and their impact on our communities. This year’s theme is Celebrate Volunteers, with a specific focus each day on areas including the environment and health & wellbeing.

Claire Carroll, Volunteer Centre Manager commented, “It’s been a tough few years for us all and it’s great to see volunteers across the country get back to doing what they love. From sports clubs to community clean ups, this week is dedicated to all those people who take time to give back and make our communities a better place. So many people had to put their volunteering on hold during the pandemic and as the country continues to reopen, we want to celebrate volunteers for all that they do.”

National Volunteering Week will be anchored by a digital campaign sharing personal volunteer stories and encouraging people across the country to think about the incredible impact that volunteers have on our communities.

Minister of State for Public Health and Wellbeing, Frank Feighan T.D commented: “Healthy Ireland are again supporting National Volunteering Week. Volunteering plays a critical role in supporting healthy, resilient communities, a reality that became even more clear during the pandemic. I want to thank volunteers nationwide for their dedication and commitment to supporting those most in need. It’s also a good time to take stock and remember that volunteers must focus on their own health and wellbeing while giving so much to others.”

National Volunteering Week runs from 16th – 22nd May and further information can be found about the National Campaign here.