(Volunteer Survey, 2024)
There's lots to gain from volunteering, both professional and personally. (Volunteer Survey, 2024)
- 65% of volunteers say that volunteering expands their professional network
- 58% say volunteering broadens their knowledge of wider planning issues
- 70% say volunteering introduces them to new people, places and areas
- 66% reported a positive impact on their personal development (eg. confidence)
"My top tip for somebody considering volunteering is just do it. It will make you a better and more rounded planner."
Gillian Dick, Manager of the Spatial Planning – Research & Development team within the Development Plan Group at Glasgow City Council.
In this blog Emilly Kitching Bower, Marc Watterson Kim Power showcase three different perspectives on the value of volunteering including its impact on the individual, the employer and the profession.
Read more about what members have gained, both personally and professionally from volunteering in these blogs:
- RTPI | Charlotte Morphet: Broadening your perspective by volunteering with the RTPI
- RTPI | Benjamin Vickers: Sorry, Sir Bob
- RTPI | Gillian Dick: The perfect Planning mixtape
You can also attend an information session to find out more about volunteering at the RTPI, or let us know what you're interested in by completing this form.
As an employer, supporting employees to volunteer for the RTPI can demonstrate your commitment to staff, their development and wellbeing.
