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Society of Antiquaries of Scotland @socantscot.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

WORK WITH US: Make Your Mark Campaign Coordinator The Society is looking for a new member of staff to develop, manage and coordinate @makeyourmarkvol.bsky.social, which supports everyone in Scotland to volunteer with history, culture and nature organisations: www.socantscot.org/news/work-wi...

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Make Your Mark Volunteer Organisers Network @volorganisers.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

Happy #VolunteersWeek! 🎉 Join us this week in celebrating the 77,000+ people who give their time to support nature, culture and history organisations in Scotland. Learn more about the impact of heritage volunteering in our recent research: lnkd.in/eAvKnGeV

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Make Your Mark in Volunteering @makeyourmarkvol.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

Happy #VolunteersWeek! 🎉 This week we're celebrating the 77,000+ people who volunteer with nature, culture & history organisations across Scotland. Whether you share your knowledge, welcome visitors, care for collections or places or help out at events, your support helps heritage thrive.

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Make Your Mark Volunteer Organisers Network @volorganisers.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

Calling all history, culture and nature organisations! Book a one-to-one Inclusive Volunteering Surgery and get practical support to develop more welcoming and accessible volunteer opportunities. Book your free spot: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/inclusive-...

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Make Your Mark Volunteer Organisers Network @volorganisers.bsky.social · 07/04/2026

The latest edition of our e-newsletter is now live! This issue highlights upcoming events on intergenerational volunteering and equity in volunteer engagement, as well as resources on family volunteering, co-production & anti-racism. Read now and subscribe: mailchi.mp/makeyourmark...

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Scottish Council on Archives @scotsarchives.bsky.social · 07/04/2026

Do you want to help develop a rich, consistent picture of UK archives? Then make sure to fill out the Annual UK Archive Sector Survey! Find out more and access the survey: www.scottisharchives.org.uk/latest/annua...

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Annual UK Archive Sector Survey now open - Scottish Council on Archives

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Heritage Volunteering Group @heritagevols.bsky.social · 07/04/2026

💡 Bring your #volunteer engagement expertise to #HeritageVolunteering26 and help spark change in volunteering 📝 Apply to host a workshop before 17/4: heritagevolunteeringgroup.org.uk #LoVols #VolMngmnt #VolunteerEngagement #Volunteerism #Volunteering #Volunteer #Museums #Heritage

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Make Your Mark Volunteer Organisers Network @volorganisers.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

Are you ready for equity? We've teamed up with @volunteerscotland.bsky.social & the Council for Certification in Volunteer Administration to host a workshop exploring bias, identity and what “helping” really means in volunteer engagement. Book your free spot: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/are-you-re...

A photo of people with varying skin tones volunteering outdoors. One person is holding a shovel, and the other two are holding buckets. Alongside the photo is text that says "Are you ready for equity? 27 April 2026, 10am - 2pm, Glasgow Women's Library". Above are logos for Volunteer Scotland, Make Your Mark and the Council for Certification in Volunteer Administration.

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Make Your Mark Volunteer Organisers Network @volorganisers.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

How can intergenerational volunteering strengthen communities and preserve heritage skills? Join our next event to explore how different generations can learn from each other, build stronger connections and help tackle skills loss. Book your free spot: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/encouragin...

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Make Your Mark Volunteer Organisers Network @volorganisers.bsky.social · 09/02/2026

What’s new in inclusive heritage volunteering? Our latest e-newsletter covers peer support sessions, International Volunteer Year 2026, rural communities in Scotland, anti-racist practice and standing together against transphobia. Read now: mailchi.mp/makeyourmark...

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Make Your Mark Volunteer Organisers Network @volorganisers.bsky.social · 05/02/2026

We had a fantastic annual conference yesterday at Edinburgh Zoo! 🤩 We welcomed over 200 in-person and online attendees for a day exploring how co-creation and collaboration can transform volunteering across the heritage sector and beyond. Thanks to all our funders, speakers and attendees!

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A view of a panel of volunteers. There are three of them: Douglas is a volunteer at the Royal Zoological Society of Scotland. He is an older man with a light skin tone, short gray hair and is smiling. Henry is a volunteer at the Scottish Refugee Council. He is a younger man with a dark skin tone and dark hair, and he is wearing a black beanie. June is a volunteer at the National Galleries of Scotland. She is an older woman with a light skin tone and short gray hair and she is smiling.

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Make Your Mark Volunteer Organisers Network @volorganisers.bsky.social · 14/01/2026

New report: Heritage Volunteering in Scotland Our research with Our Past, Our Future & Volunteer Scotland shows that heritage volunteering brings huge value to individuals & communities, but more needs to be done to support volunteers & organisations. ➡️ www.historicenvironment.scot/archives-and...

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Make Your Mark Volunteer Organisers Network @volorganisers.bsky.social · 13/01/2026

⚠️ Almost sold out ⚠️ Final tickets are now on sale for our Inclusive Volunteering Conference 2026! Join us on 4 February to explore how partnership working can create more equitable and sustainable volunteering opportunities. Secure your place: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/make-your-...

A group of people sit in an auditorium and look at a person talking at a podium. Next to the speaker is their assistance dog, as well two co-presenters sat on chairs. On the screen behind them is a slide detailing the speaker's experience of volunteering at the Glasgow 2018 European Championships, including struggles with inflexible transport, not feeling valued as a volunteer and the need to embed inclusion throughout the volunteer process.

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Make Your Mark Volunteer Organisers Network @volorganisers.bsky.social · 05/01/2026

Have you developed inclusive practices, created an innovative volunteer role or supported volunteers in a new way? Share it with sector leaders and decision-makers by submitting a digital poster highlighting your volunteer programme for display at our conference: makeyourmark.scot/for-organisa...

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Make Your Mark Volunteer Organisers Network @volorganisers.bsky.social · 15/12/2025

130+ people have already booked on for our Inclusive Volunteering Conference on 4 Feb! Join us at Edinburgh Zoo or online for a day about Power in Partnership. Expect inspiring talks, practical workshops, volunteer voices & great connections. Book your spot: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/make-your-...

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Make Your Mark Volunteer Organisers Network @volorganisers.bsky.social · 05/12/2025

Booking open: Make Your Mark Inclusive Volunteering Conference 2026! Explore the power of collaboration & co-creation in building inclusive volunteer programmes. Date: 4 February, 10am - 4pm Location: In-person at Edinburgh Zoo & online Book your free spot: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/make-your-...

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Young Sea Changers Scotland @youth4seas.bsky.social · 26/11/2025

Interested in the ocean but don't know where to start? 💭 🌊 Turning the Tide is our flagship training and skill development programme for young people to kickstart their journey in marine advocacy 🌊 Sign up: bit.ly/ttt26-intro and read more: youthforseas.org/turning-the-...

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Claire Boardman @claireboardman.bsky.social · 29/11/2025

It's getting closer! This Tuesday, 2nd December, support Archaeology Scotland (@archscot.bsky.social) to deliver archaeology based educational attainment & employability skills in 2026. All help is greatly appreciated & will be match-funded via Big Give 🙏 tinyurl.com/y96zpbps

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Empowering Young People Through Archaeology – Big Give

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Make Your Mark Volunteer Organisers Network @volorganisers.bsky.social · 01/12/2025

New Make Your Mark e-newsletter just dropped! It’s full of resources for anyone involved in volunteer engagement in Scotland's heritage sector: ✅ Peer support session ✅ 2026 Inclusive Volunteering Conference ✅ Resources on responding to racism and more! Read now: mailchi.mp/8769ba31bff6...

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Make Your Mark Volunteer Organisers Network @volorganisers.bsky.social · 17/11/2025

Working on a volunteer handbook or thinking about creating one? 🤔 The Volunteer Organisers Network is hosting an online peer support session on 4 December where volunteer organisers from heritage organisations will swap ideas and practical tips. Book now: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/volunteer-...

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Heritage Volunteering Group @heritagevols.bsky.social · 17/11/2025

💙 Top tips for supporting neurodiversity in your team 💛https://share.google/seZTQB2ahbdpMc31W 🖥️ Join us today to get content like this straight to your inbox: heritagevolunteeringgroup.org.uk/join-us/ #EDIdayFriday #LoVols #HeritageVolunteering25

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Top tips for supporting neurodiversity in your team - Befriending Networks

Volunteering should be for everyone, so we’ve just launched a new resource to help you create a neuro-inclusive environment for your befriending team. Our new how-to guide, Supporting Neurodiversity…

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Make Your Mark Volunteer Organisers Network @volorganisers.bsky.social · 05/11/2025

It’s International Volunteer Managers Day! Today, we celebrate the people behind the heritage volunteers who make a difference across Scotland’s museums, archives, galleries, green spaces, nature reserves & historic sites. Thank you for helping people find belonging, purpose and joy! #IVMDay25

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Make Your Mark Volunteer Organisers Network @volorganisers.bsky.social · 31/10/2025

New Make Your Mark newsletter just dropped! Learn the latest in inclusive volunteering, including a save the date for our inclusive volunteering conference, a call out for archive opportunities and new research on the intersection of racial justice and climate action. ➡️ mailchi.mp/a80e6a4e0ce3...

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Make Your Mark Volunteer Organisers Network @volorganisers.bsky.social · 13/10/2025

The Heritage Volunteering 2025 conference is coming up on 25 & 26 November! It brings together volunteer leaders, heritage professionals & community changemakers. Expect inspiring talks, practical workshops & new ideas for impactful volunteering. Book now: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/heritage-v...

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Scottish Council on Archives @scotsarchives.bsky.social · 10/10/2025

Meet Donald and Peggy! As two of Comunn Eachdraidh Nis's volunteers they share their experience of working with the archive and why they enjoy doing it! Read the full blog: www.scottisharchives.org.uk/community-ar...

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Make Your Mark Volunteer Organisers Network @volorganisers.bsky.social · 09/10/2025

Join the University of Strathclyde & Make Your Mark for a free inclusive volunteering workshop! You’ll gain tools, ideas and connections to help you build volunteer programmes that are equitable, and resilient. Book now: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/one-size-d...

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Trees for Life @treesforlife.bsky.social · 08/10/2025

Thanks to our brilliant volunteers, we’ve collected over 50kg of hazelnuts this year! 🌰 Hazel is a key #rainforest species - one of the first to establish in the west after the last Ice Age, 10,000 years ago. We're working with @wtscotsocial.bsky.social to boost the availability of native trees

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Make Your Mark Volunteer Organisers Network @volorganisers.bsky.social · 08/10/2025

How do we support older volunteers as they step back from their roles? @newcastleuni.bsky.social researchers are gathering insights from UK volunteer managers about their experience of supporting older volunteers through this transition. Take a survey: app.onlinesurveys.jisc.ac.uk/s/newcastle/...

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Highland Third Sector Interface @highlandtsi.bsky.social · 06/10/2025

Today marks the start of Challenge Poverty Week, an annual event which is delivered and co-ordinated by The Poverty Alliance. Learn more about it here: www.povertyalliance.org/cpw/

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Heritage Volunteering Group @heritagevols.bsky.social · 06/10/2025

🗣️ Conference Speaker Spotlight: Ash Hamoud Want to foster equitable collaboration with #volunteers to create richer, more inclusive cultural engagement? Join Ash as she explores how co-delivery & shared authority can help you out 🎫 25-26 Nov, £30, online buff.ly/OV174Hb #HeritageVolunteering25

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Make Your Mark Volunteer Organisers Network @volorganisers.bsky.social · 06/10/2025

How do we keep Scotland’s community heritage strong in challenging times? Attend Scotland’s Community Heritage Conversations 2025 on 19 November to explore how to build sustainable futures for Scotland’s community heritage. Learn more & book now: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/scotlands-...

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Make Your Mark Volunteer Organisers Network @volorganisers.bsky.social · 03/10/2025

🗣️ Upcoming event: Talking about heritage Talking About Heritage is a national conversation inviting people across Scotland to share their perspectives on heritage. Attend our next event to learn how you can support volunteers to engage in this important work: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/talking-ab...

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Make Your Mark Volunteer Organisers Network @volorganisers.bsky.social · 01/10/2025

📨 Want to stay on top of inclusive volunteering in Scotland’s heritage sector? The latest Make Your Mark e-newsletter includes: ✅ Save the date for our 2026 conference ✅ Resources on high-quality volunteering & anti-racism ✅ Call for archive volunteer opportunities mailchi.mp/fda19659cdf6...

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Make Your Mark Volunteer Organisers Network @volorganisers.bsky.social · 24/09/2025

Apply now for Action Earth Grants! These £250 grants from @volunteeringuk.bsky.social support volunteers to run environmental activities that improve biodiversity in Scotland’s green spaces in built-up areas & population centres. Learn more & apply now: volunteeringmatters.org.uk/project/acti...

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Volunteer Scotland @volunteerscotland.bsky.social · 18/09/2025

Scottish Household Survey 2024: Formal volunteer participation rate increases to 25% After hitting its lowest ever level in 2023, formal volunteering is showing early signs of recovery. Read more... ➡️News: volunteerscotland.net/news/scottis... ➡️Blog: www.volunteerscotland.net/news/researc...

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Make Your Mark Volunteer Organisers Network @volorganisers.bsky.social · 15/09/2025

Is your heritage organisation looking for volunteers? Join our Volunteer Advertising Workshop on 23 September to: ✅ Learn how to use our volunteer portal ✅ Get tips for inclusive role descriptions ✅ Take part in interactive exercises Book your free spot: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/volunteer-...

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Make Your Mark Volunteer Organisers Network @volorganisers.bsky.social · 12/09/2025

Volunteering has the power to change lives & strengthen communities. Join the Heritage Volunteering Group Conference on 25 & 26 November for inspiring keynotes, workshops and ideas to help you lead and support volunteers more effectively. Book now: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/heritage-v...

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Make Your Mark Volunteer Organisers Network @volorganisers.bsky.social · 09/09/2025

💬 Are you managing volunteers within Scotland's heritage sector? Join us online on Wednesday evening for our next Volunteer Network Peer Support Session. It's a great opportunity to share successes, seek advice and learn from others in the sector. Book now: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/volunteer-...

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Make Your Mark in Volunteering @makeyourmarkvol.bsky.social · 04/09/2025

Do you enjoy being outdoors? Want to meet new people and learn new skills? Forgan Arts Centre hosts volunteer gardening sessions on the 1st & 3rd Saturday of each month. From planting vegetables to repairing raised beds, there’s plenty to do! Learn more: volunteer.makeyourmark.scot/volunteers/o...

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Make Your Mark Volunteer Organisers Network @volorganisers.bsky.social · 03/09/2025

Calling all heritage organisations in Scotland! Do you want to recruit more volunteers? Join our free online Volunteer Advertising Workshop on 23 September to learn how to use our volunteer advertising service and write inclusive adverts. Book now: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/volunteer-...

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Make Your Mark in Volunteering @makeyourmarkvol.bsky.social · 27/08/2025

Want to make a difference in Scotland’s museum sector? The Scottish Museums Federation are looking for volunteer committee members! Don't miss this chance shape a national network, build new skills & support Scotland’s museum professionals. Learn more: volunteer.makeyourmark.scot/volunteers/o...

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Scottish Council on Archives @scotsarchives.bsky.social · 26/08/2025

Looking to grow and diversify your volunteer team? The Make Your Mark portal helps Scottish heritage organisations connect with people passionate about archives, history, and heritage. 👉 Learn more: www.scottisharchives.org.uk/latest/find-...

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Make Your Mark Volunteer Organisers Network @volorganisers.bsky.social · 26/08/2025

Resilience is key for Scotland’s heritage sector. Scotland's Community Heritage Conversations is back on 19 November with a day showcasing community-led approaches to organisational sustainability. Book now to attend in-person or online: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/scotlands-...

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Scotland's Community Heritage Conversations 2025: Routes to Resilience

Join us at the Scotland's Community Heritage Conversations 2025 hybrid conference to explore resilient futures together.

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Make Your Mark Volunteer Organisers Network @volorganisers.bsky.social · 13/08/2025

This is the last chance to apply to be a speaker at our next conference! Please submit your proposal to hello@makeyourmark.scot by 14 August at 12 noon. This is a paid opportunity.

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Third Sector Dumfries and Galloway @thirdsectordg.bsky.social · 10/08/2025

Governance in practice is an in-person session delivered by Third Sector Dumfries and Galloway offering practical guidance and information on a range of good governance topics and updates. Next up is the evening of Thursday 28th August in Dumfries. More here: www.tsdg.org.uk/event/govern...

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Make Your Mark Volunteer Organisers Network @volorganisers.bsky.social · 11/08/2025

Archaeology can be a powerful way to develop skills & foster a sense of belonging. But who gets to take part? At our next event, we'll hear from @archscot.bsky.social about how they've co-created meaningful volunteer experiences with displaced communities: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/widening-p...

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Heritage Network @heritagenetwork.bsky.social · 06/08/2025

Heritage Network is proud to announce the launch of our new initiative, the Heritage Network Expert Panel – and we’re recruiting! Are you passionate about mentoring, problem-solving, and using your sector experience to help others? Learn more and apply: buff.ly/1njAlXP

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GCVS @glasgowcvs.bsky.social · 06/08/2025

Worried about the implications of the new #EmploymentRights Bill for your charity or non-profit? Our 3-part series from Aug-Nov will break down the changes and help you prepare. Book soon to save with our package discount. Plus, receive our free planning resource. 👉https://bit.ly/4ed8pL7

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