Volunteer Charter:  Volunteer rights

1. To be given meaningful tasks to do.
2. To know what is expected from you and to be given information on the tasks you will be expected to undertake.
3. To have access to suitable and appropriate training.
4. To be given information about the group/s you are volunteering with.
5. To be given the policies and procedures of the group.
6. To be thanked for your time and commitment.
7. To be respected.
8. To be aware of what support structures are in place for you.
9. To work in a safe environment.
10. To never feel obliged to do something that you are not comfortable with.
11. To be insured by the group/organisation you are volunteering with.
12. To have the right to information relevant to your voluntary role.
13. To be entitled to contribute and play a part in influencing the work/decision making of the group/organisation.
14. To make mistakes and learn from them.
15. To be able to say “no” and to leave without feeling guilty.
    
    

You have the responsibility to:

To comply with CYC’s Child Protection Guidelines, Code of Practice and the Volunteer Recruitment Process.

1. To turn up when you say you will.
2. To support other volunteers.
3. To work as a part of a team.
4. To keep activities safe and be aware of Health and Safety standards.
5. To be reliable, carry out your agreed role and be on time.
6. To attend training when required.
7. To respect the aims and values of the group/organisation.
8. To give advance warning if unable to turn up for activities/meetings.
9. To respect confidentiality.
10. To be a good worker, efficient and effective.