Volunteering with us
What role does a volunteer have at Fairhive?
Volunteering can look slightly different depending on what group you are interested in becoming a part of. In general, Resident Volunteers contribute valuable time and skills to support various programs and services. By collaborating with us, our volunteers help to improve our ways of working, ultimately benefiting other residents. Take a look at our list of groups on our Volunteering page.
We extend a warm welcome to all residents over 18 who wish to share their input. No matter how much time you can spare, we value your opinions and want to hear from you.
What are the benefits?
Getting involved can bring many benefits such as learning more about Social Housing and our teams here at Fairhive, gaining new experiences, and meeting other residents.
Volunteering with us is an opportunity for individuals to interact with others in their communities and create connections with like-minded people. Building relationships through volunteer work can widen your social network, and create support systems and opportunities for working together. Our volunteers play a big part in helping us address local needs, tackle housing issues, and create positive change for those living in or around our properties.
Volunteering also provides opportunities to develop and refine a wide range of skills. This can include communication, leadership, and teamwork. Acquiring new skills through volunteering can increase employability, leading to career advancement opportunities.
What do our residents say about volunteering with us?
“Being a volunteer makes a difference to both Fairhive and residents. I feel like I am making things easier. My background is in social services and therefore, I feel like I am part of a community helping people and feeding it back between Fairhive and the residents.”- Elaine
“I enjoy mixing with people and having my opinions heard and listened to. It gives you hope when you are listened to and promotes understanding to have two sides of the story.” - Julie
If you are interested in volunteering with us, visit our Opportunities Page to find out more.
