Friends of Bennetts

Dunstable Town Council

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Advice, Information & Support,Art & Design,Community Work,Fundraising,Gardening,Marketing, PR & Media,Trusteeships & Committees,Environmental,Events & Stewarding,Volunteer Management,Employee & Group Volunteering,General & Helping

Creative & Design, Managing People, Negotiating, Organising & Planning

Communication: Comfortable talking to residents to gather feedback and opinions. Creativity: Ability to suggest and help plan new activities (e.g., hobby groups, talks). Organisation: Basic skills to help set up a "community voice" space or board. Community Minded: Interested in local Dunstable issues and making the town better. Self-Motivated: Able to take the lead on small projects within the café environment.

Since this role is more about community leadership and shaping a local space, the benefits are quite unique. It’s less about "doing tasks" and more about "making an impact." Here are the key benefits for a Community Hub Champion: 1. Real Influence & Creative Freedom This isn't a role where you just follow instructions. You get to bring your own ideas to the table. If you’ve ever sat in a park or café and thought, "I wish they did X here," this is your chance to actually make it happen. You have a direct line to the Town Council to pitch and launch projects. 2. Build a "Community Voice" Portfolio You will learn how to: Consult with the public and gather diverse opinions. Present feedback to official bodies (the Council). Organise and market small-scale community events. 3. Become a Local "Key Player" You’ll go from being a resident to a well-known community figure. You’ll build relationships with local business owners, council members, and various charity groups that use the hub. 4. Flexible, "Work-from-Café" Style 5. Mental Wellbeing & Social Purpose There is a massive sense of pride in seeing a "Community Opinion Board" full of notes or a new hobby group meeting for the first time because you organised it. It provides a strong sense of purpose 6. CV & Reference Support For younger volunteers or those looking to change careers, we can provide a reference that highlights your leadership, initiative, and communication skills. You aren't just a volunteer; you are a project lead.

Once a month time and day to be agreed

Further location details may be provided below.

Jack Adams-Rimmer

Bennetts Cafe & Community Hub Bennetts Recreation Ground Dunstable

LU6 3DE

Near central High St. Use Bus A, B, 34, 40 to Ashton Square Look for bull pond lane entrance or Kirby Road entrance Splash park, tennis courts and adventure play park in the recreation ground.

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01582 891434 or communities@dunstable.gov.uk

The cafe has disabled access