Our training is designed to be interactive so volunteer managers get the chance to try out new ways of working. Evelyn Rodrigues, our Training & Best Practice Manager, is a Certified Trainer, having completed the Learning & Performance Institute’s Trainer Performance Monitoring & Assessment (TPMA). This certification demonstrates Evelyn’s skills in delivering effective learning in line with a cross-industry recognised framework.
Retaining Volunteers - Practical Strategies for Keeping Your Volunteers Engaged
Wednesday 21 January 2026, 10.30am - 1pm, on Zoom
Are you looking for effective ways to keep your volunteers motivated, committed, and part of your organisation for longer? Join us for a practical and interactive Zoom session designed specifically for Volunteer Managers in local voluntary sector organisations.
During this engaging workshop, we will explore what motivates volunteers and how you can nurture those motivations to strengthen their commitment. We’ll discuss the key moments in a volunteer’s journey where they may be at risk of leaving, and look at practical approaches for tackling these issues early. The session will also examine how to create a volunteer-friendly culture, adapt your induction, training and supervision processes to support retention, and develop meaningful progression routes for your existing volunteers.
We will also consider how to set clear and realistic expectations for both volunteers and staff, as well as share a range of reward and recognition ideas that help volunteers feel valued. Whether you are new to volunteer management or looking to refresh your approach, this training offers practical strategies, shared experiences, and inspiration to help you build a loyal and motivated volunteer team. Book your place.
Venue: Zoom
Priority will be given to voluntary sector organisations with a base/office in Tower Hamlets, or that have services aimed at Tower Hamlets residents
**Cost: Our training programme is funded by the City Bridge Foundation.
The session is FREE to voluntary sector and public sector organisations with a base/office in Tower Hamlets, or that have services specifically aimed at Tower Hamlets residents. However, there is a non-attendance charge of £50 and this charge will be invoiced to your organisation if you do not attend without giving 48 hours’ notice. There is no charge incurred if bookings are cancelled at least 48 hours prior to the start of the session.
For any organisation without a base or services in Tower Hamlets, or private sector/commercial organisations, the session costs £50 per person. The fee is non-refundable, unless you give 48 hours’ notice of cancellation.
Managing Volunteers - Resources
VCTH produces factsheets on managing, recruiting and retaining volunteers so you're always up-to-date with best practice in volunteer management. We also cover topical issues. For instance, we have factsheets on safeguarding during the pandemic or on which roles require a DBS check. Access our factsheets on managing volunteers.