Behind the Scenes of Volunteering: Sustainability, Impact, and the Future of MVA with Clare Saunders | #104

In this dynamic episode of The Mic Drop Club, Douglas Hamandishe sits down with Clare Saunders, the Programmes Director at MVA, to discuss the heart and soul of the voluntary sector. Clare, who works closely with the CEO to ensure the growth and sustainability of MVA, shares her insights on what it takes to keep community projects thriving in the ever-evolving landscape of Medway.

 

This episode is packed with key takeaways:

• How MVA is leading the way in volunteering, empowering individuals while serving the wider community.
• The importance of co-design and real collaboration in creating projects that genuinely meet the needs of local people.
• The challenge of ensuring sustainability, from securing funding to delivering on project outcomes.
• Clare’s personal mic drop moments on how the voluntary sector can work smarter, not harder, by partnering with health services, businesses, and local authorities.

Clare's passion for community engagement and her belief in amplifying the voices of underserved groups comes through as she discusses how MVA is breaking down barriers to ensure no one is left behind.

 

Are you feeling inspired?

 

Get involved with MVA and be part of the change. Whether you're looking to volunteer or support a project, there’s a role for you. Visit mva.org.uk, email volunteering@mva.org.uk, or call 01634 812 850 to find out more.