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Volunteering resources

Find guidance, wellbeing and development support to help you get the most from your volunteering

Wellbeing and development

Volunteering can improve wellbeing and help you develop new skills. Explore our resources and support to help you get the most from your volunteering experience.

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Wellbeing and development

Get useful resources to help you make the most of your time with us.

Volunteer expectations and guidance

Learn about the behaviours and standards we ask all volunteers to follow. These guidelines help create a safe, welcoming and respectful environment for everyone.

Read our Volunteer Behaviours document(PDF, 71.3 KB)

Welcome to volunteering booklet

Our essential guide for new and returning volunteers. Learn about your impact, the different ways you can get involved and our shared commitment.

Read our Welcome to volunteering booklet(PDF, 4.35 MB)

Equality, diversity and inclusion

Find out about our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. Learn how we work together to create an environment where everyone feels valued, included and able to thrive.

View our Equality, diversity and inclusion guide(PDF, 2.02 MB)

Talking about cancer and health

Build your confidence talking about cancer and health with others. Learn about cancer prevention, screening and early diagnosis through our evidence-based Talk Cancer training.

Book a Talk Cancer workshop

Cancer information and support

To talk to others affected by cancer. Or if you have questions about cancer, you can speak to one of our nurses on freephone, Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm, 0808 800 4040.

Visit our Cancer Chat forum

Contact us

If you have any questions about volunteering, please speak to your staff contact or contact our Supporter Services team, available 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday.

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