The Ballast Hills Burial Ground (BHBG) Project is rapidly evolving, and with this growth comes an increasing need for dedicated volunteers like you. As our initiatives expand, we’re thrilled to announce more opportunities for both individuals and organisations to contribute to our project goals. Our vision is to honour the memories of those buried or memorialised at BHBG and to deepen our understanding of them and the site.
Volunteering with our project offers a chance to make a real difference. Whether you have a background in history, research, genealogy, or simply a passion for preserving heritage, your involvement will be invaluable. As a volunteer, you’ll have the opportunity to:
- Help Uncover and Document History: Assist in the research and documentation the site, a theme, or what is happening in Newcastle during its time a burial site.
- Preserve Cultural Heritage: Contribute to ensuring the stories of the past are remembered and respected.
- Engage with a Dedicated Community: Connect with others who share your passion for history and heritage.
Expanding Volunteer Roles
As our project progresses, we are refining and finalising our volunteer policies and role descriptions. We recognise that a well-structured volunteer programme is crucial for both our team and our volunteers. We are committed to clearly defining each role and ensuring that our policies support a positive and productive volunteering experience.
Partnering with Volunteer Organizations
Due to our current capacity, managing a large number of volunteers directly isn’t feasible. Instead, we’re focusing on forming strategic partnerships with existing volunteer organisations. By collaborating with these groups, we can maximise our impact and ensure that our goals align with those of our partners. Currently, we are collaborating with the Ouseburn Trust, but want to develop other volunteer partnerships as well.
How You Can Get Involved
If you’re an individual or part of an organisation interested in volunteering with BHBG, we’d love to hear from you! To get started, please complete our Expression of Interest Form. This form will help us understand your skills and interests so we can match you with the most suitable opportunities.
Next Steps
Once your interest is registered, we will align your skills and interests with our current and upcoming activities or link you to our volunteer partner organisations. Whether you’re passionate about specific topics or looking to support impactful projects, your involvement is vital to our success.
Thank you for considering volunteering with BHBG. Together, we can achieve great things and make a lasting impact. We look forward to working with you!
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