Here is some of the organisations that we work with in North West
Tim has recently joined our Volunteer Team.
Tim has relocated to Warrington and is looking for full time work. Tim is helping out in the Ebay department, packing items that have been sold.
Today
Wigan and Leigh Students
Dylan
Jake
Dawson
Charlie
Day 1
As a group we had so much fun and learnt so much. It has been a great day and we look forward to coming back. Today we chose to strip the computers.
More to follow
Luke
Preparation for Supported Internship Course Vale College
The above course prepares the students for everyday living. These vary from cooking, travel training to budgeting. Luke attends on a weekly basis with his support worker Adam. Together they have completed cable cutting to stripping phones and computers. Luke say's "I absolutely love it. It makes me feel great and enjoy chatting with the staff and Volunteers".
As a support worker Adam says " This is the best placement that I have been on". "It gives our students a great sense of fulfilment". "Plus it is a great way to learn problem solving". " I would definitely recommend The Weeecharity to anybody that is considering volunteering".
Daniel (Industry Placement) Vale College
Start Date Feb 24
Really enjoyed my experience and learning so much about recycling. It is amazing what we can re-use. The Volunteers and Staff are very helpful.
Christian (Industry Placement) Vale College / Start Date Feb 24
I have really enjoyed my time volunteering. I have been taking computers apart and learnt so much on the components that are inside. I feel confident for the future. My experience has really made a difference. The staff and Volunteers are really friendly. College have been great and very supportive also.
Thankyou for this opportunity.
Ben (Free time to Volunteer)
Ben has recently joined us. He has finished college and would like to become a Game Developer or maybe a musician.
Today I have learnt how to dismantle computers. I have also learnt how to data wipe Hard-Drives. I love this place and the people here. I have volunteered in the past and try to come back every time I have any spare time. I would highly recommend Volunteering here. It is a good place with a very welcoming energy.
Christopher (Industry Placement) Vale College
Start Date Feb 24
This has been a great opportunity and I have loved every minute. I get to spend time with my friends as well as learning too. I now know what is inside laptops and computers. I have never taken one apart before. It is great to see and learn about recycling. I have hit my target an i am so proud of myself. Thankyou to the team for your support.
Volunteer Day
We welcomed our Volunteers from DWP, Vale College and The Verve in Warrington. All our Volunteers are trained in what area they chose to Volunteer. There is a Volunteer Manager on site. We have built up a great Relationships with Local Authorities and Colleges. We are looking forward to working with other organisations and Colleges. Please call Lisa 01925 357757 for information on Volunteering.
Liam
Riverside College Widnes Btec Computer course
Liam learned of the opportunity, as it was advertised in College. Liam was initially signed up to volunteer for 30 hours. Through choice, Liam decided to complete these over the May half term. Liam has been absolutely amazing and very flexible in his approached towards tasks put forward to him. Liam has fit in with the Team and is a lovely young man.
Liam
I have loved it. I have learnt so much since being here. I have done a little over the 30 hours and would highly recommend to any students or volunteers to consider the opportunity. It has been a great experience and really helped with my education requirements.
I have learnt how to strip laptops, computers, phones and many more electrical items. I have also learnt precision tooling and data wiping. Mark and Lisa have been great and supported me every day. I find the staff and Volunteers really friendly and approachable. I have felt part of a team and everybody is made to feel valued. I thank the Weeecharity for this opportunity. I would like to return as a volunteer soon.
Bart along with his partner. Came over to the UK in 2023. Both are looking for full-time work. Bart is looking for work in IT. Up to now they have only secured temporary Warehouse work. They always return to the Weeecharity after their contract has ended.
It is an amazing volunteer experience in WeeeCharity, I have learned a lot of things and met some new friends there, and I also share my skills with others. All of the staff at WEEE Charity are very nice, they guided me to do the job there and taught me how to replace the hardware for different kinds of laptops. I really like this meaningful job, it reduces a lot of waste to protect the earth and I can learn a new skill, I would recommend my friend to come with me to volunteer!
Patrick has recently moved to the UK from Hong Kong. Patrick has been volunteering with us here for five months now. Patrick chose to work within the Data Wiping Department. Patrick attends two days every week. He is a great team member and his support is very much appreciated.
Being new to the UK. I found this Volunteering opportunity via the WVA Website. I immediately warmed to the staff and volunteers at the Weeecharity. I felt that I wanted to come back and be part of such a fantastic Charity and Team. I decided to work within the Data Wiping Department. I find this very fulfilling and rewarding. I am happy to be part of such a friendly team. The has been a great experience and I plan to continue with my volunteering. Big thankyou to the Weeecharity for this experience.
Edmund along with his family came to the UK in February 2023. Edmund is a Mental Health Nurse and currently awaiting his PIN from NMC. Edmund has a great interest with computers. On finding about the Weeecharity. Edmund was keen to explore some kind of volunteering. Edmund says, "I have learnt so much whilst volunteering". "I just knocked on the door". "I was instantly welcomed and shown around the building". "I was given a choice of what volunteering was available". "I have learnt so much about trouble shooting, different soft wares and new systems". "The UK are so much more advanced with their technology". "The Weeecharity is an amazing place". "Both staff and volunteers are so friendly and I have been made to feel so welcome". "There is a great atmosphere and a really friendly environment". "I feel as though I have made a difference each and every day". I have also been gifted IT equipment". This is amazing and will help me with my research and Job Searching".
Vale Students Visit Weeecharity today
The students experienced hands on taking computers apart for recycling. learning the different types of metals and there value.
the students used different types of tools to achieve taking the computers apart.
Visiting Vale College
This week Mark and Lisa were invited to visit the Vale students. Mark gave a talk and demonstrated how we take apart PC's and Laptop's and explained in detail what is recycled.
George has recently finished his IT Degree at Manchester UNI. George quite often volunteers at the Weeecharity over the holidays. George has a keen interest in anything that is old and of value. In his spare time George likes to build computers and loves a challenge. George says that "Volunteering at the Weeecharity is a great distraction for when you are studying". It is a great place with a fantastic atmosphere". "Everybody is so welcoming and I really look forward to the holidays".
Thankyou to the Weeecharity for your support.
Interview with Josh
Interview with Hannah
Donation to St John Ambulance Cymru
Today we have our regular morning Volunteers from Vale College. This afternoon we again welcomed four new students. Mark went through the process of breaking down the computers.
