Inspiring Change Through Community & Kindness with Keira Fulmore | #101

2024-09-08

In this episode, Keira walks us through the three pillars of the program: Building rapport with vulnerable communities. Listening events to uncover the real challenges these groups face. Providing funding for activities that directly address these barriers. Keira also shares personal stories from her own volunteering journey during the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting how small acts of kindness can transform someone's day and how re-education is key to ensuring marginalized voices are heard.

In this episode, Keira walks us through the three pillars of the program:

Building rapport with vulnerable communities.
Listening events to uncover the real challenges these groups face.
Providing funding for activities that directly address these barriers.

Keira also shares personal stories from her own volunteering journey during the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting how small acts of kindness can transform someone's day and how re-education is key to ensuring marginalized voices are heard.

Key Takeaways:

The power of sharing personal experiences to build trust within communities.
How volunteering can profoundly impact both the individual and the community.
The ongoing challenges in securing funding and quantifying program outcomes, and the role of testimonials and case studies in demonstrating impact.

Keira’s passion for social change shines through as she discusses the importance of amplifying marginalised voices and how platforms like The Mic Drop Club help inspire and drive that change.

Are you feeling inspired?

Get involved with MVA to support programs like the Community Health Catalyst or start your own volunteering journey today. Find out more at mva.org.uk, email volunteering@mva.org.uk, or call 01634 812 850.

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