We showcase and highlight the range of volunteer roles and activities our members undertake, and say thank you for the fantastic contribution they make to advancing the profession in our monthly Volunteer Corner section of the official BDA member magazine Dietetics Today.
February 2023 -
Lucy Corrigan & Chloe McMurray, Social Media Officers, Critical Care Specialist Group
I enjoy interacting with people on social media so the opportunity to do this for the CCSG was exciting
March 2023-
Alison MacGregor, Treasurer, Glasgow and West Scotland Branch
Depending on what you're looking for from volunteering, you may want to lean into your interests and share expertise and/or use volunteering to build new skills and network
April 2023 -
Helen Harrison, Ordinary Member, Head and Neck Sub Group
Volunteering is a great opportunity to learn from each other and help influence policy, practice or research - whatever your interest!
May 2023 -
Belinda Mortell, Chair, North West England and North Wales Branch
Volunteering provided me with a new network outside of my job. I've met some great people
June 2023 -
Vicky Dagnan, Resources Officer, Learning Disabilities Sub Group
Look at volunteering opportuniites on the BDA website or in Dietetics Today. You don't have to have specific skills or knowledge - there is lots of support available
August 2023 -
Francesca Tabacchi, Ordinary Member, Palliative Care Sub Group
Volunteering has been an enriching experience that has helped me to grow both personally and professionally
September 2023 -
Shani Anderson, Social Media/Website Officer, Renal Nutrition Specialist Group and Student Member, South Wales Branch
Volunteering for the BDA has helped me grow my confidence
October 2023 -
Samuel Olufemi, Ordinary Member, Northern Ireland Branch
More volunteers can be brough to the committees. It is our association, and everyone needs to be involved
November 2023
Michele Rae, Trustee, GET
Volunteering with the BDA builds long-lasting professional relationships and for me many have become firm friends
December 2023 - Coming Soon
Nusrat Kausar. Chair, Sports & Exercise Diabetes Sub Group