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Community Hub Host Volunteer, Tania Miguel (Precious)
Precious began volunteering with Action Together in 2022 as a Community Hub Host. Precious commits to three hours each Tuesday at Oldham Library.
Here’s what Precious had to say about her experience as a volunteer...
“I help in setting up the stall to elevate the visual appearance to the general public about Action Together and Volunteering. I support customers' needs and attempt to achieve their requests and carry it out to my best ability. My biggest achievement during my volunteering is knowing the value of the organisation and knowing what to prioritise. In Action Together, it’s listening to the customers’ story and providing them with the correct service and signposting. Furthermore, helping various people from different backgrounds makes me glad to know I have contributed to meeting their needs."
"Since volunteering my confidence has really been boosted. Confidence was something that I, as an individual, struggled with. During my volunteering with Action Together my confidence has increased, for example, when customers approach our stall, I’m able to reveal to them what we do and I’m not afraid to speak up or contribute in certain conversations. Even having a conversation with a staff member from Action Together supported me to be more outspoken. I need to begin believing in myself so that I can start carrying out certain tasks without always being fearful. You need commitment and dedication in getting the work done and having a positive appearance. I am happy, content and feel sentimental when we manage to accomplish our goals and help a customer. This may advance them, and me, to wider opportunities in the future. As far as volunteering is concerned, if I can do it so can you...”
Precious is attending college and studying Business Studies. She hopes to go to University and finally onto her long term goal of starting her own business.