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. 

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UCDVO Volunteer Programme Dates 2024/2025 

  • Welcome Evening: Thursday 12th December 6-8pm
  • GCE Session - Skills Building for Local-Global Connection: Tuesday 21st January 5-8pm
  • Team Building Day: Saturday 22nd February 
  • Project Planning: Saturday 8th March 
  • Health, Safety & Security Training: Sunday 9th March 
  • GCE Session - Ethical Communication: Tuesday 18th March 5.30-8pm
  • GCE Session - Intercultural Awareness and resilience: Sunday 18th May
  • Predeparture Briefing: Sunday 18th May
  • Overseas Projects: June/July
  • Moving Forward Day: Saturday 13th September 
  • Recognition Evening: Friday 3rd October 

2025 Volunteer Programme dates will be shared here in the Autumn. 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.