The document discusses the benefits of volunteering. It provides statistics that show most adults in the UK volunteer regularly. People volunteer primarily to help others or causes they support. Typical benefits of volunteering include helping others, gaining experience, networking, and enhancing one's resume. The document also provides advice on how to volunteer, including identifying interests and organizations to volunteer with as well as considerations like time commitments and expenses.

1. The benefits of volunteering Philip Brown East Midlands Regional Officer British Science Association

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