MADE4UINML2 Annual Report 20-21

VOLUNTEER TO SESSIONAL
As a sessional worker, Ronnie’s duties
include planning and delivering sessions,
whether organising a bake-off between the
kids, making a quiz for them, or allowing
them to decide what games they would like
to play.
Ronnie said, “I first got involved with
MADE4U after my little sisters who were
engaging in one of the clubs said they were
looking for volunteers. It was one of those
summer things at the time I didn't really
have anything to do, so I gave it a chance
and ended up staying.”
Ronnie stated, “MADE4U built me up to have a proper role within the
organisation, as opposed to doing a bit or this and a bit of that, and I found that,
that particular age group worked best for me. I enjoyed the environment and
the idea of providing them with an enjoyable day and teaching them new skills.”
Clare McCormack, Project Manager said, “It’s been fabulous to have someone
like Ronnie as part of the team. There’s sometimes in this job that you meet
someone and just know they have what it takes. Ronnie has definitely been on a
journey; learning about himself, what he aspires to be and picking up skills and
confidence along the way.” Clare noted that he brings fun, energy, enthusiasm
and a different perspective. He is always willing to try something new, figure out
how to improve and understand how to make sessions more successful for the
children who attend."
Ronnie said, "To get that amount of
children to enjoy something as much
as they did, those are extremely
successful sessions, in my opinion.”
However, sometimes sessions have
only two or three children turn up
improvisation is an essential skill
when working in the community
field. He has gained many skills
through MADE4U that are
transferable, such as confidence and
the ability to socialise with people of
different age groups and
backgrounds.
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