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We're delighted to announce that we've been re-awarded Investing In Volunteers status for the second time, having been originally awarded the quality mark in 2021.
Investing In Volunteers status shows that we value our volunteers and demonstrates our commitment to volunteering within the organisation.
In the year 23/24 a total of 102 people volunteered their time with Theatre Royal Wakefield, undertaking a staggering 2050 shifts. It's not all about total numbers though, our volunteers come from a wide range of backgrounds, ages, disabilities and ethnicities. Over half of the volunteers are retired, whilst almost a quarter are working. There are also a significant number of people who regularly volunteer at the theatre with a learning disability.
Our volunteers are crucial to the operation of Theatre Royal Wakefield. Without their contributions we wouldn't be able to operate. We are delighted that our efforts have been recognised by UKVF when making this award.Paul Mellin, Customer Services Manager - Theatre Royal Wakefield
Investing in Volunteers is the UK quality standard for all organisations involving volunteers, it aims to improve the quality of the volunteering experience for all
volunteers and demonstrates that organisations value the enormous contribution made by their volunteers.
We were assessed against six quality areas and proved to excel in all aspects of working with our volunteers. The Chair of UKVF (the Awarding Body) said:
UKVF is delighted to announce Theatre Royal Wakefield's successful achievement of this Award, they have demonstrated a real commitment to volunteering, proven that their volunteer management policies and procedures meet nationally recognised standards.
Our volunteers really are at the heart of everything that we do. Without their contribution throughout the year, we wouldn't be able to function as a busy theatre serving the Wakefield District.
To me, being a volunteer at Theatre Royal Wakefield means giving something back and seeing the joy on peoples faces, especially the children. Theatre has always been a part of my life and I believe that everyone should have access to it.Joy, Front Of House Volunteer
