Student Volunteering Week
Student Volunteering Week is a national week, led by the Student Volunteering Network, that takes place across the UK. Universities and schools across the country step up to take part in the week, organising opportunities or events to encourage their students to volunteer and help their local communities.
Celebrating Student Volunteering Week at UoP
This year we’re celebrating Student Volunteering Week with a range of events and workshops. Find out how to get involved with volunteering at university, do some community gardening or even flex your creativity with some clay pottery.
Stay up-to-date with upcoming one-off volunteering opportunities by registering your interest.
Habitat Harbour Pottery Workshop
Monday 10 Feburary, 10.00am-1.00pm, Careers and Employability Centre
This creative and eco-friendly workshop combines pottery with wildlife conservation. Craft unique clay homes for sea creatures, which will be incorporated into Vertipools at Artecology. No experience is needed—just an interest in learning and helping the environment. Relax, reduce stress, and connect with like-minded students in a friendly space. The workshop runs from 10:00am to 1:00pm, with spots for up to 30 participants.
Kindness Cards and a Chat
Wednesday 12 February, 10.00am-1.00pm, Careers and Employability Centre
Drop by the Careers Centre to explore volunteering opportunities, social action, and ways to give back to the local community. Then, take a moment to be mindful by creating a kindness card—a thoughtful gesture for a fellow student. Select a card, write a positive message, and it will be delivered to Student Wellbeing. Your message could include encouragement, inspiration, or even doodles. Enjoy a biscuit, connect with others, and spread kindness.
Gardening & Park Helper Volunteering Session
Friday 14 February, 10.00am-12.00pm, Victoria Park
Enjoy the relaxing benefits of nature while helping maintain Portsmouth’s Victoria Park - also known as the “People’s Park.” Work alongside park staff and other volunteers on tasks like clearing paths, maintaining woodland areas, and supporting biodiversity. No gardening experience is needed—just enthusiasm and a willingness to get involved. This is a great opportunity to improve local green spaces, connect with others, and support the environment. Spaces are limited, so sign up today and join the effort to make a difference!
Support from the Volunteering Team
Our Volunteering Team is here to support you with securing volunteering opportunities. Each year, we promote more than 200 roles through our Volunteering Bank with charities, social enterprises, community groups, schools, public services such as the police and NHS, theatres, museums and more.
Explore other opportunities in Careers and Employability
Placements
Increase your employment opportunities and strengthen your skills by completing a placement.
Student Startup support
Whether you’re looking to freelance, launch a new business or develop an existing one, the Student StartUp Team can support you.
The Portsmouth Award
The Portsmouth Award is an online programme designed to help you reflect on skills you develop through extracurricular activities, explore career options, and increase your confidence to apply for opportunities.
