This is work you can do where you are not paid. 
    

Here are some reasons you might volunteer

• You like helping people   
    
• You want to meet new people   
    
• You want to make new friends   
    
• Because you have got some spare time   
    
• You are looking for work   
    
• You want to learn new skills   
   
• You may get a qualification.  

You could do voluntary work in places like

• care homes  
      
• charity shops   
    
• animal shelters.
     

Talk to your Connexions Personal Adviser for more information about these choices.