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Gethyn Williams
UK-based non-profit professional and volunteering programme specialist.
Author's articles
Volunteering in a civic crisis – perspectives from the UK
One interesting feature of the UK’s C19 experience is how many citizens (and celebrities) are now choosing to give their time and money directly to the National Health Service - a universally popular institution, but predominately funded by Government.
How good is the UK at volunteering?
This International Volunteer Day I find myself reflecting on the state of volunteering in the UK.
Reflections on Third Sector Leadership
A lot is written about what constitutes 'good leadership'. What skills and qualities do you need to achieve it?
Latest opinions
In a humanitarian emergency, it is necessary to listen to communities, respect their dignity and trust the organisations that know the territory and work on the ground.
As governments around the world increase their investments in humanitarian assistance, they are recognising a simple reality: today's crises are becoming more frequent, more complex, and more interconnected.
"Not necessarily a space with swings and goals, but places where you don't have to produce, compete, buy or demonstrate anything. A bench in the square. A library. A neighborhood association."
