‍There are many benefits of volunteering with the Asthma and Allergy Foundation. By volunteering you will meet new people, improve your cv, learn new skills and utilise your current ones and contribute to a great cause and have a positive impact on your local community. The culture of the organisation is suited to open minded individuals who have the potential to help build on the good work of the team.

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Some roles that you can get involved in include:

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Community Engagement Officer

The Community Engagement Officer will build relationships to raise awareness about asthma and allergies, promote education, and support affected individuals. Key responsibilities include relationship building, awareness campaigns, resource development and providing feedback and support. You will have strong communication skills and experience in community outreach would be beneficial. Knowledge of asthma and allergy would be helpful, but training will be given. This role is essential for empowering individuals affected by asthma and allergies.

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‍Social Media Officer

The social media Officer will manage the foundation's social media to raise awareness and engage the community about asthma and allergies. Key responsibilities include content creation, social media strategy, community engagement, analytics and reporting and collaboration. You will have experience in social media management and strong writing skills. Knowledge of asthma and allergies would be helpful but not essential. This role is essential for building an informed and supportive online community.

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Fundraising Officer

The Fundraising Officer will develop strategies to secure funding for the foundation’s asthma and allergy programs. Key responsibilities include fundraising strategy, event planning and donor relations. You will have strong communication skills and experience in fundraising would be helpful. Knowledge of asthma and allergies is a plus. This role is vital for securing resources to support those affected by asthma and allergies.

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Volunteering might mean you learn greater detail about asthma and allergies, which will certainly be a rewarding experience that will enhance your life skills and help improve the quality of life of others. For volunteers with asthma, it could mean using past experiences and turning them into positive ones by helping others through sharing real-life examples of living with asthma and helping other people learn how to manage their symptoms. All volunteers are welcomed, make a real difference and are greatly appreciated.