New programme recruits young leaders Thursday, October 20, 2011 - 09:00

Teamv - coordinated by v, NIACE, Charities Aid Foundation and The Rank Foundation - is in the process of selecting inspirational young people aged 18-25 to run three flagship projects, in which they will coordinate volunteers to work with them in tackling key social issues in local communities across England.

The programme will focus on key themes such as protecting the planet, promoting healthy living and regenerating community spaces. To help the young leaders prepare for their roles, they'll be offered training to equip them with the skills to coordinate local projects and manage volunteers. Teamv leaders will also manage a small budget, alongside a range of toolkits and resources to help them turn nationally coordinated projects into positive action.

The three local projects will be rolled out in November 2011 and again in February and May 2012. In June 2012, participants will be invited to attend a graduation ceremony where they can reflect on their skills, experiences and achievements. Programme graduates will also be able to apply for a Teamv scholarship of up to £1,000 to support their progression and personal development.

Find out more about the programme and apply here.