A Weeklong Celebration of Diversity in Volunteering Kicked off last week with National Volunteering Week (20th – 26th May 2024) which takes place during the third week of May every year. Westmeath Volunteer Centre were all over the County with a list of events organised for this week that celebrates the enormus contribution which volunteers make.
This year’s theme was Uniquely Us, with a specific focus on exploring the diversity of volunteers who make Ireland what it is.
Sharon Timothy, new Westmeath Volunteer Centre Coordinator commented, “We truly believe that celebrating, not just accommodating, the uniqueness of our volunteers makes our communities stronger and more connected. No matter your age, race, abilities, or status, we want to celebrate your place in the community and the volunteering that you, uniquely, do. National Volunteering Week was the perfect opportunity to celebrate all things volunteering!”
Below is the list of events Westmeath Volunteer Centre planned for the week which they would like to say a massive thanks to all that came over the jam packed week. An extra event was added in Moate at their celebrations of Africa Day.
Photos from the various events which Westmeath Volunteer Centre held during the week are below.
Kilbeggan Tidy Towns Clean Up
Athlone Library
St Kieran’s Athlone
Africa Day Celebrations in Athlone & Moate
