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Volunteer with First Friend Ireland
First Friend Ireland is a voluntary-led organisation — volunteers are not an add-on, they're how our work happens.
Possible roles
Where you could fit in
Friendship & welcome volunteer
Support structured friendship connections and welcome events.
Mentor
Take part in intergenerational or cross-community mentoring.
Event & community volunteer
Help plan and run local events, campaigns and activities.
Chapter coordinator
Help lead First Friend Ireland's presence in your county, as chapters form.
Common questions
Before you apply
Who can volunteer?
Anyone who shares our commitment to inclusion, respect and safeguarding. Some roles working directly with children or vulnerable adults will require Garda vetting once that process is set up.
What training is involved?
Every volunteer completes an induction covering our values, safeguarding practice and the specifics of their role before taking part in any activity.
How much time does it take?
It depends on the role — from a few hours at a single event to a regular weekly or monthly commitment. Tell us your availability and we'll match it to a suitable role.
Is there support once I'm volunteering?
Yes. Volunteers have a named point of contact and access to ongoing guidance, particularly for roles involving one-to-one connections.
Register your interest
Tell us about you
We only ask what we need to follow up with the right role for you.