Community Reporter Volunteer

About the role

We value our volunteers and seek to ensure their diverse roles are rewarding and beneficial to all. Waythrough holds the Investors in Volunteers accreditation. An expectation of this role would be to be involved in gathering and creating content for the magazine and also to support with the design and delivery of a lived experience training programme which will cover: Reporting methods / techniques Responsible storytelling Different types of storytelling As a Community Reporter, you will be part of a small, supportive team creating Waythrough's external magazine. You will work alongside a Creative Designer, Managing Editor and Community Editors to help shape a magazine that showcases the best of Waythrough and puts the stories and voices of people we support at the heart of every edition. This role is flexible and designed for people who want to build confidence, share their experience and contribute to meaningful storytelling. Tasks may include: Sharing your insights to help shape articles, blogs and case studies Working with campaign leads to feed lived experience into national campaigns Helping find, gather or suggest stories from the wider lived experience network and Working Together groups Contributing ideas when the team plans each magazine edition Reporting on events or activities when invited and when it feels right for you Offering suggestions on themes and topics that matter to people with lived experience Attend meetings with the Communications Team to link with campaigns, discuss ideas and future editions. (You can take on tasks at your own pace - there is no pressure to do everything.) About Waythrough Waythrough was formed in 2024 following the merger of Humankind and Richmond Fellowship. Together, we've created one of the largest mental health and social support charities in England. Every year, we support around 125,000 people through nearly 200 services - and it's all made possible by our 3,500 brilliant staff and volunteers. Make a real difference in your community Are you passionate about helping others live safer, healthier, more independent lives? Join our team at Waythrough and support people facing challenges around mental health, substance use, housing or domestic abuse. This is more than just a job - it's a chance to build meaningful relationships and create lasting change.