Volunteers give so much to our local communities across Orkney, Scotland and the UK. In 2022, volunteers in Scotland contributed 300 million hours of help!* But it turns out that the benefits of volunteering aren't just a one-way street. There are plenty of perks for volunteers too, including increased confidence, improved mental and physical health, a greater sense of achievement, the cultivation of new skills, and a feeling of enjoyment and community belonging. The National Council for...

Did you know that 14.2 million people in the UK formally volunteer at least once a month?* That is certainly an impressive number of people, but what about the faces behind these statistics? This Volunteers’ Week (1st-7th June), we want to highlight and celebrate the fantastic individuals who volunteer at Orkney Dance and Fitness. Since our launch, we’ve grown from a one-person project to a community-led team of instructors and volunteers with a shared passion for health and inclusivity. We...