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Thursday 07 May 2015
Calling All Volunteers Aged 14-24

What is MV Goldmark?
• MV GoldMark is a dynamic programme aimed at promoting and recognising sports volunteering for 14 to 24 year olds.
• It builds on the successes of Millennium Volunteers and is part supported by the Department of Education.
• MV GoldMark is led by Volunteer Now with the Irish Football Association being a delivery partner.
• It is a simple programme which requires you to keep a Volunteer Record, which is signed off by your club and IFA.

Who it is aimed at?
• Volunteers aged 14-24 currently involved in a volunteering capacity with your local club; you give hours of service for the betterment of your club – NOW you can get recognised through GoldMark!
• Young people aged 14-24 who wish to get involved as a volunteer within local football.
• Football clubs who wish to increase their number of young volunteers and recognise their efforts and contribution.
• Volunteers (aged 14-24) looking to enhance their CV and employability through gaining experience in a voluntary role.

What you gain from being involved?
• Provides an opportunity to develop learning and discover new skills
• Looks great on your CV
• Helps gain experience relevant to a future career
• Recognises you as an active citizen within your sport
• Supports you to make positive impact in your community
• Provides you with responsibility to gain the most from volunteering
• Offers you opportunity to meet new people, have a laugh and gain confidence

For further info please feel free to look at the link below
http://youngcitizens.volunteernow.co.uk/millennium-volunteers/what-is-mv

To get involved in the programme or to learn more about it contact the Irish FA Volunteer Development and Policy Officer:

Stephen Garrett; E. sgarrett@irishfa.com;  T. 07545 930124