[cma-l] Volunteer conduct and policies

[Jaqui Devereux]

Dear all

With reference  to various news items and concerns about dealing with 
volunteers, we suggest the following:

Start with a generic Volunteering Policy covering all aspects of the 
relationship, what they can expect from you (e.g. travel reimbursed etc 
- NB need receipts, not a general allowance!) and what you expect from 
them (e.g. timekeeping, adherence to station policies and procedures 
etc) - try

http://www.volunteering.org.uk/resources/goodpracticebank/Core+Themes/volunteerpolicies/index.htm

Then for presenters/programme makers/DJs etc add additional bits on e.g. 
the station's editorial policy, Broadcasting Code, broadcasting during 
elections etc.

Have a signed contract (not for monetary consideration) so the volunteer 
knows what they have committed to.

Hope that helps, if anyone does have an all-singing version they would 
like to share we would be happy to disseminate.

Best wishes

Jaqui

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Jaqui Devereux

Director
Community Media Association

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