An appeal has been launched encouraging people to become volunteers for Glasgow’s 850th birthday celebrations next year.
The Glasgow 850 Volunteer and Employability programme will offer Glaswegians the chance to play a part in the city’s birthday year, with roles to support the running of its main events and within local projects.
The Glasgow 850 scheme will ask people to register to hear about a rolling programme of volunteer and learning opportunities throughout 2025.
The approach differs from usual volunteer scheme and creates an inclusive experience for participants, allowing them to engage in activities at their own pace and offering greater flexibility and choice.
Bailie Annette Christie, Chair of Glasgow Life, said: “Throughout 2025, the city will host an array of events and activities to mark Glasgow 850. To contribute to the success of this we are looking for volunteers with a love for Glasgow and desire to be part of the milestone year.
“We are looking to build an inclusive community of people who will, over the year, volunteer to support our core programme of activity and be at the heart of our city celebrations.
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“Working with Volunteer Glasgow, the programme has been specifically developed to be as flexible as possible and provide a range of opportunities that suit people’s different interests.”
One of the main aims of the programme is to create a legacy by helping young people build skills to boost their employability.
It will use a series of learning academies and participants will have the chance to learn about different career paths and roles within a particular industry including events and music.
By registering their interest, volunteers will have the opportunity to play a key role in the celebrations by supporting the signature activities including a three-day music event, Clyde Chorus, a pop-up exhibition at People’s Palace and Taste the Place food trail.
David Maxwell, Chief Executive Officer, Volunteer Glasgow, said, “People ask us all the time, ‘why on earth would I want to do something for nothing?’ The answer is simple: you get as much out of volunteering as you put in.
“The fun, the sense of satisfaction, the people you meet, the chance to do something completely different.
“You really will be surprised by the huge choice of incredible things you can do that make a difference in communities across the city.”
One of the organisations that relies on help and support of people throughout the year is the Govanhill Baths Community Trust, which has received an award from the Glasgow 850 Festival Fund to support their Irish Roots project.
That celebrates the contribution made to Glasgow by Irish immigrants and will be part of the Govanhill International Festival & Carnival in 2025.
The charity, based in the southside of the city, delivers health, wellbeing, arts, environmental and heritage projects is always looking for volunteers to support their work and activities in the local community.
Paula Larkin, Archive and Heritage Manager for Govanhill Baths Community Trust, said, “Volunteers bring a great energy and enthusiasm to our projects, helping us to create activities for our community. Our Irish Roots project for Glasgow 850 is a fantastic opportunity to celebrate our communities and encourage more local people to get involved and show their support.”
To register interest in the Glasgow 850 Volunteer and Employability Programme, visit glasgow850.com
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