volunteer cornwall
London
We are a charity dedicated to building social capital and developing the
wellbeing of individuals and communities in Cornwall. We do this by working in
collaboration with a wide range of organisations to promote and support active
citizenship and voluntary action covering the emotional, social, environmental
and economic needs and opportunities in Cornwall. From our Head Office in Truro,
and our outreach teams across Cornwall, we provide support to all aspects of
volunteering across the county. As you explore our website, you will see the
range of projects and services we are involved in. Values Our values below
describe the way we behave towards each other, our partners, our communities and
within the environment. The focus of these values directly relates to achieving
lasting outcomes for people and having a positive impact on communities.
Creative Being creative and always exploring the ‘art of the possible’ to find
solutions to the challenges Cornwall faces. Thinking ahead about potential
issues that could impact on the resilience and wellbeing of people and the
sustainability of communities. We want to be ‘doing’ not just ‘talking’. Caring
Being kind and having compassion for people we work with, both inside and
outside our organisation. Seek to understand the issues that may cause people to
worry. Having respect and empathy for all people, living creatures and the world
in which we live. Collaborative Look for every opportunity to improve outcomes
and impacts by cooperating with people and organisations. Understand the
connections within the system and the positive impact collaboration can have on
people and communities. Act with honesty and integrity when working with local
people and partner organisations. Build trusted relationships with people and
organisations. Challenging Be passionate and bold about the work that we
undertake and open to new possibilities. Challenge ourselves and others to do
better and work positively with the people and partners to identify ways to
improve services. Focus on the mission of the organisation challenging
established practices in order to achieve sustained outcomes.
