Our volunteers get involved for a range of different reasons including:
- A personal experience with disability
- An interest in contributing to the community
- A desire to new people
- Developing new skills or getting experience
- To have fun
What you can expect from volunteering in Irish Wheelchair Association:
- A supportive and positive experience
- Training and support to carry out your volunteer role
- A safe volunteering workplace
- A contact person to support you
- A defined volunteer role
- Opportunities for friendship and craic
Irish Wheelchair Association has a long history of volunteering and values the commitment and generosity of our many volunteers.
Volunteering is a two-way process. Irish Wheelchair Association asks our volunteers to demonstrate the following:
- A commitment to the aims and values of Irish Wheelchair Association
- A commitment to work respectfully with people with disabilities, other volunteers and staff
- A willingness to learn and take part in the required training
- To be trustworthy and honest
- To work within the boundaries of your role, and Irish Wheelchair Association policies and procedures
- To be part of our team
