Evidence library

YouthVIP undertook a research project to create a picture of how youth volunteering in Scotland currently looks; who is volunteering and why, barriers preventing young people accessing volunteering opportunities, and what can be done to make volunteering opportunities more inclusive, appealing and rewarding for all. From flexible social opportunities to clearer communication and engaging roles, young people are calling for a volunteering experience that works for them.

The report contains nine recommendations that should be embedded by organisations looking to recruit and retain young volunteers.