Volunteering
CALM Volunteering (Community Action Leeds Met)
student-led, community driven volunteer action projects
CALM was set up by students in 2001 and has grown to be a locally respected, nationally recognised provider of student-led, social action volunteering.
Student-led volunteering is a fun, diverse and dynamic social activity that provides a unique and exciting opportunity to develop personally and professionally. Employers recognise that volunteering equips student with skills for work and life so you can enhance your employability, make a positive difference to the community and widen your social circle all at the same time.
CALM projects give students the ultimate experience in community volunteering; you can gain leadership experience, do something different from your course subject, meet a variety of interesting people and create the experience you want to get.
What does CALM do?
CALM facilitates community action volunteering for students at Leeds Met, especially in the neighbourhoods where there is a large student population (around North West Leeds). Student volunteers lead and take part in projects that benefit kids & youth, older people and the environment. We listen to the needs of the community and respond with projects and campaigns that improve community life for everyone.
In everything we do we will:
- create inspiring opportunities for students to develop useful skills for life and work
- empower student volunteers to do something good and make a difference
- encourage civic activism, improve community cohesion and promote a positive image of students
- recognise, reward and celebrate the contributions made by student volunteers
- review and evaluate our projects to continuously improve what we do
Is volunteering with CALM for me?
Yes, if you want to:
- Develop your skills and abilities
- Meet like minded people
- Widen your horizons
- Challenge yourself
- Have real responsibility
- Give back to the local community
- Complement your course learning with practical experience
- Taste test possible career paths
- Have a fun and dynamic social life
CALM is a member of the national organisation Volunteering England
3 steps to getting involved:
1. Download our simple application form, complete and return to calm@leedsmetsu.co.uk
2. Attend an informal interview to chat about what you want to get from volunteering with us.
3. Attend a short CALM induction and welcome session
