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Volunteering rights in the EU

What volunteers can expect, and what they should never accept.

Volunteers are not free labour

Across EU member states, volunteering law varies, but common principles apply: • A WRITTEN VOLUNTEER AGREEMENT (not an employment contract) describing the role, hours, and expenses. • EXPENSES REIMBURSED (transport, meals on long days). • APPROPRIATE INSURANCE (host organisations should carry public liability and accident cover). • SAFEGUARDING and induction before being placed with vulnerable groups. • NO 'volunteering' to…

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