Volunteer Managers' Forum: Supporting and Valuing Older Volunteers

How can we better support older and retired volunteers to start, continue and thrive in volunteering roles?
Join us for an informal and friendly Volunteer Managers' Forum where we'll explore the opportunities and challenges of engaging older volunteers. With input from Age UK, we'll discuss age-inclusive volunteering, share experiences and good practice, and look at how organisations can respond to concerns around age-related barriers. The session will also provide an opportunity to network, exchange ideas and learn about sources of support that can help volunteers remain active and engaged.

An agenda will be sent out nearer the time of the forum.

Key Details
Date: Thursday 10th December 2026
Time: 12pm - 2pm
Where: Washington Village Memorial Hall, School Lane, Washington, RH20 4AP
Cost: Free

What is the Volunteer Managers’ Forum?
The Volunteer Managers Forum is open to anyone (paid or unpaid) who manages and coordinates volunteers. The forum takes place quarterly and provides an opportunity to discuss any challenges or issues you may have, as well as a chance to bring suggestions to the table.

We hope that the Volunteer Managers Forum is a practical, organised and useful way of sharing expertise and resources.