Petition Introduce a one-day-a-week community programme for people seeking work
We call on the government to introduce a mandatory one-day-a-week community volunteering programme for people seeking work - building skills, providing fulfilment, and strengthening local communities for the benefit of individuals and the places they live.
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Unemployment can be isolating and demoralising. People seeking work often want to contribute but lack the opportunity. A weekly community volunteering programme gives them purpose, structure, and real skills - while improving local areas. It builds confidence, fosters community belonging, and strengthens CVs. This isn't about obligation - it's about empowerment. The benefits last long after someone returns to work, for both the individual and the community they've invested in.
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