Programme Dates
Choosing to volunteer with UCDVO is a commitment and there are several training days throughout the year dedicated to supporting your journey as a volunteer. Please check the dates below to ensure you are available to attend all. Participation in all the programme days is a mandatory part of the volunteer programme.
UCDVO Volunteer Programme Dates 2025/2026
- Welcome Evening: Tuesday 20th January 6-8pm
- GCE Session - Skills Building for Local Global Connection: Tuesday 3rd February 5.30-8pm
- Leadership Training: 17th January estimated 10-4pm
- Team Building Day: Saturday 21st February estimated 10-4pm
- Project Planning: Saturday 7th March estimated 10-4pm
- Health, Safety & Security Training: Sunday 11th April estimated 10-4pm
- GCE Session - Ethical Communication: Tuesday 24th March 5.30-8pm
- Leadership Training: 26th March Evening
- GCE Session - Intercultural Awareness and Resilience: Saturday 23rd May estimated 10-4pm
- Predeparture Briefing: Saturday 23rd May
- Overseas Projects: June/July
- Moving Forward Day: Saturday 12th September estimated 10-4pm
- Recognition Evening: Friday 2nd October
Visit our Where We Work page for information on the overseas aspect of the Volunteer Programme.
Additional leadership training will be provided for team coordinators, clinical tutors and student leaders.
Please note in addition to the events above, all volunteers are expected to attend regular team meetings and other related activities.
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