Volunteers Week 2025 – a time to get involved, a time to say thank you! 

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Volunteers play a huge role at IWFM and, for Volunteers Week 2025 (2-8th June), it’s time to show our appreciation to the heroes of our organisation. From their day-to-day work leading our community groups to driving our strategic initiatives, our volunteers make an immense contribution to our mission to enhance and develop our sector.  

So to all our volunteers, from everyone at IWFM – thank you!   

Join us! 

Volunteering with IWFM not only benefits the wider community – it also offers professional development, new opportunities and a huge sense of personal achievement.  

By volunteering at IWFM, you will:  

• Play a pivotal role in creating a supportive community where professionals can connect, share knowledge, and thrive together.  

• Be at the forefront of industry innovation, ensuring that our members stay at the cutting edge of their field.  

• Inspire the next generation by engaging with schools, universities and colleges, igniting the passion for WFM among the next generation, inspiring young minds to join our industry, ensuring a bright future for all.    

• Gain essential skills, build leadership qualities and address some of the critical challenges facing the industry.  

Sarah Orpwood, National Facilities Manager at Maritime Transport, said, ‘Being an IWFM volunteer has expanded my professional network, developed my confidence, boosted my career and enabled me to make an impact in WFM. I’ve connected with industry leaders, inspirational mentors and gained valuable skills, including event management, networking, public speaking and leadership.’  

To find out more, take a look at this video or join one of our forthcoming  Zoom meetings on either 1st or 10th July.  We’ll share the opportunities and requirements of volunteering, as well as the next steps, and there'll be an opportunity to ask questions. 

To book onto one of the Zoom meetings, click below:

 

You must be an IWFM member to volunteer. If you’re not a member yet, get in touch today to discuss where your skills sit on our professional pathway and which membership grade matches your experience. Simply email [email protected].