Viv Gorst

Why I became a Board Member

I am a strong believer in the Health and Social aspects of sport. The interaction between individuals and teams and their organisers is very important, and the volunteer has a big part to play in this.

With the growth of professional participation (e.g. Leisure Departments) in sport the role of the volunteer is changing and is more prescribed. Therefore there is even more need to maintain the enthusiasm and satisfaction in contributing to the development of individuals by volunteers.

I would like to see the SVNW Ltd body as a leading organisation in the co-ordination of the many bodies already involving volunteers so that resources are not wasted by duplication of time and effort. This is an opportunity for an organisation with a broad band of knowledge to bring together what is available and what is needed.

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