Why did you get involved in vinspired Lake of Stars?
I have just started my degree in Event Management, so I thought getting involved with vLOS and helping out with events in the UK would be fantastic experience for me.
What did you do?
I worked in the office, maintained the volunteer database, co-ordinated volunteers for UK-based events, helped out with the marketing of the Autumn season of events presented in conjunction with Rich Mix, made a video about the project and worked at the Seth Lakeman gig in Folkestone and Cut It Loose night in London in September. And got to chat with SWAY.
What next?
I'm using the experience and contacts gained to help me with my degree and hopefully pursue my dream career in the future.
Would you recommend volunteering for young people?
I've never volunteered before and I'm having so much fun! People have such a misconception about volunteering, it's traditionally portrayed in such a negative light but we can show people that they can volunteer in an area that they are interested in and they can enjoy it.
If you are 16-25 and would like to volunteer, find opportunities on vinspired.com
Words by Asso Tono
