• Who are CLD volunteers?

    CLD volunteers practice in a range of different settings with adults, with young people and with community groups. This is Paddy’s story ...

    I am Paddy and I have recently landed my dream job as Assistant Co-ordinator for the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award in Inverclyde. It all started when I was 14 years old in school and I began taking part in my Bronze Award. I then progressed to silver, then to gold and even managed to make it out alive after my Gold Expedition! I gained many skills and developed my personal attributes, all thanks to the Award. Due to what I got out of the Award I decided that I would go back and volunteer even though I was working full time with another company. This went on for many years and I found it rewarding, helping young people to achieve their Award - so I decided that I would change my career path… And here I am! 

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