Ann, the YVC Volunteer Coordinator. As a Volunteer Coordinator, my days vary hugely. Some days I can have a busy admin day where I spend the day working from home catching up on emails, taking part in online meetings and making phone calls to potential volunteers. Other days I can be out meeting volunteers in person, attending recruitment fairs and taking part in networking events - my job is very varied which is all part of the fun!

April is Stress Awareness Month, and this year the theme is Lead with Love.  The Stress Management Society’s new Purple Paper focuses on Unconditional Positive Regard (UPR)

New spaces to keep us at the heart of our communities – blog by David Woolley, Your Voice Counts Chief Executive

Autistic people are more likely to face barriers in healthcare, education, housing, and social care. Advocacy changes that.

Embracing Inclusivity: Sign Language Week 2025 - Blog by Your Voice Counts Head of Advocacy Sharon de Jesús

Supporting James through NHS Independent complaints advocacy with BSL interpretation

We are looking for people who have experience of using our services to join our Board.

Currently there are 22 people on our staff team working in roles that we created specifically for people with their lived experience.

Join our new Facebook group for people who have used advocacy services.

We launched our Just Play Football sessions last year and they’re going from strength to strength with the help of our coach Sophie Faragher