In this section, we consider whether it is appropriate to restart (or for everyone to restart) the volunteer programme. In the next activity, the focus is on what decision-making tools can help you understand whether it is the right time to resume volunteer activity. Volunteer Scotland have listened to people across the sector who have or are planning to return, below is Top Ten Questions people have asked.
Top Ten Questions
1. Is the volunteering role still relevant and or needed?
2. How do you know which volunteers are ready to return?
3. Will individuals need specific support or input to return to their roles?
4. Can all roles be resumed? Do those roles need to be changed?
5. What can you learn from the return of staff to their roles; have you been given guidance by your board or senior management?
6. What do you need to feedback to your leaders?
7. What kinds of tasks do volunteers do?
8. Where do these take place?
9. What will you need to put into place to ensure social distancing and other safety measures?
10. What are the drivers for restarting your volunteer programme?
These questions are strategic in that they ask you to consider: