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  1. Volunteering
  2. Why volunteer?

Why Volunteer?

'There are no traffic jams along the extra mile.'

Thinking of volunteering, but want a little more information? Below are some some discussion points intended to answer any questions you might have. If you are in treatment or recovery from substance use difficulties, then we welcome you with open arms if you wish to join us. After all, Build on Belief was designed, implemented and run by service users from it first days, our own unique form of interactive mutual aid.

Is there anything that can stop me from being a volunteer?

Is there anything that can stop me from being a volunteer?

We understand that many people have criminal records. This is rarely a cause for concern . . . . Read more

Published: 9th May, 2018

Updated: 19th February, 2019

Author: Tim Sampey

What can you do for me if I volunteer with you?

What can you do for me if I volunteer with you?

We know that you are giving us your time, passion and commitment for free. This is what we can do for you . . . . Read more

Published: 9th May, 2018

Updated: 23rd July, 2018

Author: Tim Sampey

So why volunteer for a peer-led charity?

So why volunteer for a peer-led charity?

In treatment for your substance use? In early recovery and feeling bored? Want to give something back, but are unsure how? Feeling anxious about volunteering? Here are twelve reasons you might want to volunteer with us . . . . . . Read more

Published: 9th May, 2018

Updated: 28th June, 2018

Author: Tim Sampey

Why are we a volunteer driven charity?

Why are we a volunteer driven charity?

Why have we had more than three thousand volunteers? Read more

Published: 9th May, 2018

Updated: 28th June, 2018

Author: Tim Sampey

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Build on Belief is a registered charity in England and Wales (1148916) and a Private Limited Company (8041887)

Registered Office: 69 Warwick Road, Earls Court, London SW5 9HB
Phone: Ani (Organisation Manager) 07597 046433 or Karen (Operations Manager) 07542 023953 | Email: [email protected]

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