Volunteer work recognised

VOLUNTEER Now, the lead organisation for Volunteering in Northern Ireland, have recognised Craigavon Borough Council’s support for volunteering in the area as part of the European Year of Volunteering 2011.

Wendy Osborne, Chief Executive, Volunteer Now said: “We have received a most positive response from councils across Northern Ireland during the Year.

“As part of the legacy of the European Year of Volunteering, we are delighted that Antrim Borough Council have endorsed the importance of volunteering by valuing the positive contribution made by volunteers to creating a vibrant community life and recognising that such civic engagement empowers individuals and develops communities.”