Community Development and Engagement
Our priority is to get more people more connected with their communities – reducing social isolation and improving health and well being for all.
Promoting and supporting local community and voluntary action
Our Vision
Our Vision is of a strong and sustainable third sector that can make a lasting contribution to the health, wellbeing and prosperity of the people and communities of Dundee.
SALTIRE - Youth volunteering
Whether you are already volunteering or just thinking about it, Saltire Awards are for you! If you are aged between 12 and 25 you will be eligible to take part.
Community Mental Health and Wellbeing Fund 2024-25
The Scottish Government's Fund’s aimed at to supporting communities, enabling them to create the conditions for good mental health and wellbeing at a population level whilst ensuring access to a range of support to match their needs.
Social Isolation One Stop Shop Padlet
Our fantastic resource hub for tackling Social Isolation.
Mental Health Third Sector Forum Padlet
A shared space for Third Sector organisations with an interest in mental health and wellbeing to share information. Check here regularly for the latest information, events, training and funding opportunities
Funding
Find out about funding opportunities, other support and take a look at our funding newsletter
Become a member
Dundee Volunteer and Voluntary Action recognises our members as a vital part of the governance and accountability of our organisation. Membership is open to all Third Sector organisations (charitable, voluntary and community groups) as well as individuals and corporate organisations.
As a member, you will enjoy the following benefits:
- Regular information updates
- Discounted rates on our room bookings, training and events
- The right to vote at the AGM or other General Meetings of the organisation
- A say in the governance of DVVA and the chance to be elected to the Board
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Funding Newsletter August 2025
FundingSee our latest newsletter collaboratively produced by DVVA and External Funding (DCC)
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Communities Mental Health & Wellbeing Fund 2025-2027
FundingWe will be hosting an online pre-launch info session for this fund on Thursday 28th August, 11am -12pm. To register please visit: CMHWF Dundee Pre…
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Funding Workshop: Writing Clear and Compelling Funding Applications
Training and EventsDCC and DVVA are organising a workshop to support local community groups in securing external funding. The workshop 'Writing Clear and Compelling Funding Applications' is…
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Perinatal Wellbeing Group sessions – Sept-Oct25
NewsCriteria for the group is: Parent experiencing anxiety, low mood or depression Have a child under age 2 Live in Dundee We limit spaces to…
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Stobbie’s Got Talent! – Boomerang
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Annual General Meeting – Dundee Volunteer and Voluntary Action
NewsSave the date! Dundee Volunteer and Voluntary Action will be hosting our 2025 Annual General Meeting on Monday 13th October at 12pm. There will soon…
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Amina MWRC – Dundee Creative Well-being Project Officer, and, Volunteer Support Administration Assistant
VacanciesSee link below for Job Information and forms to apply online. tinyurl.com/AminaJobs
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Make Your Mark Volunteer Managers Conference 2026
Take PartMake Your Mark are looking for speakers for their next annual conference, which will take place on 4 February 2026. It will be a…
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Hearing Voices Network – Board Member Opportunity
VacanciesHeaving Voices Network are looking new board members! If you are interested in finding out more message hearingvoices@havendundee.co.uk!
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Campy Growers – Trustee Opportunities
VacanciesBoard member opportunities We are a new, small charity with big ambitions. We are looking to strengthen the diversity and expertise of our board…
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