Forums, Networks and Useful Sites for Youth Volunteer Managers

There are numerous websites that a volunteer manager could benefit from. Below is a list of some networks and forums where managers can swap stories and ask questions. The useful site section lists websites that the vTeam Central London have found useful when working with a diverse range of young volunteers.

Forums and Networks

Association of Volunteer Managers

The Association of Volunteer Managers (AVM) is an independent body that aims to support, represent and champion people who manage volunteers in England regardless of field, discipline or sector. It has been set up by and for people who manage volunteers.

UKVPMs
UKVPMs is a lively, friendly and participative networking and communication resource for all Volunteer Programme Managers working in the United Kingdom.

Volunteer Management Wiki

A free handbook for Volunteer Managers.

Youth Work Online
Community for youth workers & other youth professionals exploring digital dimensions of their work. Sponsored by Practical Participation.

Useful Sites

Camden Society

Camden Society are a London-wide organisation providing a range of modern services that emphasise the human rights of people with disabilities.

Centre 404

Centre 404 was founded in 1951 by parents of children with learning difficulties in Islington and continues to work towards building a community and a society where people with learning difficulties are valued

i-volunteer

A new social network for people who love everything and anything to do with volunteering

Youth Action Network

Youth Action Network is the national organisation with unique experience and expertise in the Youth Action approach to volunteering.  They promote nine principles of Youth Action and offer specialist support to organisations who support youth led volunteering.