Vinvolved with Bully Free Zone Volunteer Action Team

April 2008 sees the launch of the Bully Free Zone Volunteer Action Team, Bolton’s only VInvolved Project.

The project is funded by V, the new national youth volunteering programme, and aims to provide opportunities for young people aged 16-25 to take an active role in supporting others affected by bullying and to help raise awareness of anti-bullying initiatives.

Fiona Bond (21), a volunteer with the charity, said:

As a volunteer, I have been involved in many activities with Bully Free Zone's Millennium Volunteers project. Through this I have experienced amazing opportunities that have changed my life and if it wasn't for the work I have done with Bully Free Zone, I would not have chosen a future career in the voluntary sector. I would definitely recommend volunteering with Bully Free Zone, whether you are passionate about anti-bullying, or simply want a great volunteering opportunity.

Volunteers will be able to take advantage of a variety of opportunities such as supporting young people attending the BFZ After School Club, writing articles for the Bully Free Zone website or planning and taking part in social events and campaigns.

Kev Walsh, Project Co-ordinator, said:

Bully Free Zone has helped thousands of children and young people overcome bullying since its launch in 1996. For the young people of Bolton to be given a chance to help thousands, more into the future is a fantastic opportunity and I certainly urge them to get involved in this valuable project

The project is currently looking for volunteers who are particular interested in supporting young people at the After School Club which runs on Monday evenings 4pm – 6pm. Anyone interested in helping can contact Kev Walsh on 01204 454958 or email mv@bullyfreezone.co.uk

Notes

1. Bully Free Zone is one of the leading anti-bullying charities in Britain and is a member of the Anti-Bullying Alliance. Since launching in 1996 it has helped thousands of children, young people and families to overcome bullying.

2. Since 1999 BFZ has delivered a successful Millennium Volunteers project across Bolton and Manchester. The funding for this project came to an end on 31st March 2008.

3. V, the national youth volunteering programme, was launched in 2006 to create a million new volunteers by 2011.

4. For more information on Bully Free Zone please contact Nicola Schofield on 01204 454958.