Volunteering Opportunity: VO101745

• Trustee/Board Member
  with Include Me.

  Created/last updated: 13/10/2026

  
  

  About this opportunity:	Include Me provides a free independent Citizen Advocacy service in North East Fife to people aged 16-65 affected by: Physical disabilities, Learning Disabilities, Mental Health Issues, Early Onset Dementia, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Brain Injury or Long Term Health Issues and who need help to safeguard their well-being, rights, care and other interests  •  They are looking for volunteers to join their Management Committee to help shape the organisation, manage operational issues and raise the profile of advocacy in North East Fife  •  Their current committee members have a wide range of skills and experience from a variety of different backgrounds which are invaluable in helping us to meet the needs of the vulnerable communities  •  Applicants do not have to have experience of advocacy or come from a Health & Social Care background but should have a strong sense of social justice and a desire to promote inclusion  •
  Takes place:	mornings afternoons evenings Mondays Tuesdays Wednesdays Thursdays Fridays Saturdays Sundays
  Minimum age:	18
  Maximum age:	100
  Training provided:	Induction will involve 1:1 time with committee members and staff to learn about the organisation. Volunteers will be required to complete an online Adult Protection module, as well as FVA Trustee training and Include Me Citizen Advocacy Awareness Training"
  Out of pocket expenses paid?	Yes - We pay public transport rates and reimburse volunteers monthly. If necessary, a mileage rate of 55p per mile will be paid.
  Experience required:	We are looking for individuals with a strong sense of fairness and a desire for marginalised groups to be included in society. Volunteers should be reliable and willing to attend meetings both online and in person and should have basic computer skills including the ability to use Microsoft Teams. While knowledge of advocacy or the voluntary sector would be an advantage, it is not necessary as full training is provided.
  Restrictions on who can volunteer	OSCR states 18 as minimum age for charity trustees
  Application process:	Application Form; Induction/Training; Informal Chat; PVG membership required; References
  Taster available?	No, not for this opportunity.
  Travel Details	Committee meeting are held every 4-6 weeks with the majority taking place online. Face to face meetings are usually held in St Andrews. Support can be given with travel arrangements.
  Saltire Award	This opportunity is compatible with the Saltire Awards for volunteers aged 12-25.