Community Safety volunteers

Becoming a volunteer

Our community safety volunteer scheme was first established in April 2008. The aim of the scheme – which is run in partnership with the Humberside Fire and Rescue Service – is to encourage those living and working in the area to use their skills, experience and knowledge to assist and support police officers, police community support officers (PCSOs), special constables, support staff and fire service personnel in their daily business.

Are you looking for a new challenge that will provide a real sense of achievement? Perhaps volunteering for Humberside Police and Humberside Fire and Rescue could be right for you.

If you are still undecided, check out the case studies below to hear what volunteers Devan Witter and Tony and Joan Harris think of the scheme in their own words.

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Devan joined Humberside Police in 2018 and one of his main roles, which he commits to every week, is as a volunteer cadet leader in Bridlington. He is a vital part of the Bridlington cadet team and goes above and beyond to make sure all of the cadets get the best possible experience.

Recently Devan has teamed up with our Economic Crime and Cyber Crime Unit to help promote cyber crime awareness. He has presented many different cyber crime awareness courses with over 100 volunteers attending.

He is also a cyber crime volunteer who helps support victims of fraud!

Here’s what Devan thinks about volunteering:

Why do you volunteer for Humberside Police and Humberside Fire and Rescue?

I volunteer for Humberside Police and Humberside Fire and Rescue as I wanted to do something a little different, I also currently work in the voluntary sector supporting and encouraging young people to take part and get involved in volunteering, so it only felt right that I should lead by this example.

I also feel that the role is one that is very interesting, and very rewarding, it allows me to get involved in local communities and give something back.

How has volunteering impacted your life?

Volunteering has impacted me both personally and professionally in many ways. There are so many different opportunities to get involved in that support me to develop my skills further whilst also offering some great experiences.

Volunteering has helped me to develop new contacts and also take part in various training opportunities that have also supported me in my day job too.

What would you say to someone who is thinking of volunteering?

Do it. Just sign up, have a conversation about the role, make sure it’s for you by reading the role profile fully, and then just sign up. Its 100% worth it!

In 2021, Devan, Tony and Joan received a High Sheriff award for their contribution to volunteering and along with all of our volunteers, they are an integral part of Humberside Police and Humberside Fire and Rescue.

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