Vegan Community Advocate

The Vegan Society (Midlothian)
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Do you want to take part in vegan volunteering around your local area?

We have an ever-growing Community Network of vegans just like you, who have a passion to volunteer and promote veganism where they live.

Every month, our Network choose from a range of outreach tasks. These could include town centre stalls, writing to a councillor or MP, sharing our campaigns on social media or contacting local businesses. You're in control of how much or how little you do.

Being an Advocate for veganism with The Vegan Society will mean communicating with people in your local community. You'll share the benefits of a vegan lifestyle. You will form part of a local group, headed up by a local Organiser. The

Organiser will feed back your collective efforts to staff. You will also be invited to our private Facebook group, for vegan socialising and ideas sharing.

Experience required

· The ability to stay motivated in order to achieve the best possible outcomes
· Good email etiquette, responding in a timely manner
· Committed to veganism and the mission of The Vegan Society
· Ability to stay calm if confronted with differing opinions or challenges

Travel details

Events can take place across a variety of venues, and some volunteering tasks can be completed from home with access to a computer and the internet.

Travel expenses

We pay travel and associated expenses for all volunteers. Mileage is paid at 45p per mile.

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Training details

There will be a full induction to the role, with a gradual introduction of new tasks and responsibilities. To start with, we will provide an initial training session to cover the basics of community organising, communication skills and event planning. This will be done remotely from wherever you are. Along with this, we will provide a full pack of resources that covers a range of work that we do.

From there, there will be regular conversations and reviews, where we can discuss other training requirements. Staff are always available to Organisers for any questions, via phone or email.

Restrictions

Minimum age: 18
Due to the nature of tasks such as lobbying and events, volunteers must be adults.

Volunteers (aged 18-25) taking part in this opportunity are eligible to claim Saltire Awards hours for their activity.
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