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Charity Pulse: Swipe Right to Volunteer

Date: 03 November 2026

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Charity Pulse: Swipe Right to Volunteer

In this episode of Charity Pulse, the trio are joined by special guest Allison Smith, Executive Director of Policy & Research, at Royal Voluntary Service (RVS), Allison has a fascinating background spanning research, public policy and volunteering, including previous work with the Cabinet Office, Nesta and Helpforce. At RVS, she brings that experience to understanding the impact of volunteering and how it can evolve to meet changing needs.

Why listen: This episode offers a rare, expert-led look at why volunteering is Britain's most undervalued national asset, how technology is reshaping it, and what charities and policymakers need to do to keep it thriving.

Listen time: 40 minutes

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For questions, feedback, or to suggest topics you’d like the trio to explore in upcoming episodes, please email claire.whiteman-haywood@quiltercheviot.com in the Charities team.

Hosts

Charles Mesquita

Charities Director

Catherine Rustomji

Partner at Shakespeare Martineau

James Saunders

Partner at Moore Kingston Smith

Guest speaker

Allison Smith

Executive Director of Policy & Research, Royal Voluntary Service

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