Bradford Buddies Volunteer

As a Bradford Buddy Volunteer you will be matched to an adult with a learning disability and/or autism who share a similar interest, to support them with having a fun and varied social life. (This could include evening and weekend activities). We will work around your availability as much as possible.

From live bands to bowling or pub quizzes to theatre, you and your buddy will decided what events or activities you might like to do together. Being a Bradford Buddies volunteer means you are able to support someone whilst enjoying things your already do or allows you to try new things whilst also make a new friend.

You will meet once or twice a month and can also attend groups socials to develop wider social circles and informal support networks.

About Bradford Buddies

Bradford Buddies is a part of the wider Gig Buddies network and was rebranded in 2022 from Gig Buddies Bradford. We are in a partnership with Mencap, Age UK, Stay Up Late and funded by Bradford Council.

Gig Buddies info Gig Buddies was founded by the Brighton based charity Stay Up Late who now share the project model with like-minded organisations around the UK and Australia. The project began from a campaign in 2006 to flight for the rights of people with a learning disability to “stay up late” and not be restricted by support worker shifts.

Mencap team Mencap’s Communities and Programs team develops and deliver project for people with a learning disability across the UK.

About Mencap Mencap is the leading learning disability charity in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. We work with people with a learning disability and their families to challenge prejudice and change laws, and we directly support thousands of people to live their lives as they choose.

We have an ambitious vision for the UK to be the best place in the world for people with a learning disability to live happy and healthy lives.

Volunteering with us is YOUR opportunity to help us achieve this, whilst having the chance to develop your skills, meet new people and join a passionate and dedicated team.

If you have questions about volunteering with Mencap, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us: volunteering@mencap.org.uk