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The Volunteer Zone is a dedicated area for RNLI volunteers. Discover resources, useful information and news to help you get the most out of your volunteer role.

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A female RNLI shop volunteer is wearing a facemask and gloves while stocking shelves in an RNLI shop
Coronavirus (Covid-19)
Please check back on this page regularly to make sure you have the most up to date information about our response to the pandemic and everything you need to keep yourself and others safe, and our lifesaving services running.
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Two swimming instructors are giving children in Bangladesh swimming lessons with floats in a community pool. They are smiling as they splash in the water.
World Drowning Prevention Day – let’s get involved!
Get involved in the first-ever World Drowning Prevention Day on Sunday 25 July.
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RNLI Factsheet now available
A Shannon Class lifeboat is at sea with heavy waves crashing around it.
RNLI Factsheet now available
Download the 2021 RNLI Factsheet to use alongside Loud and Clear. 
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Group shot of volunteers including crew members, shore workers, fundraisers, families and children in front of Anstruther Lifeboat Station with Mersey class lifeboat Kingdom of Fife 12-17 on the slipway.

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Portishead Helm, Andy Weston, is standing on a beach on a sunny day, holding a wooden board made up of the words of the RNLI values.
Resources, guides and policies
Find useful resources, policies, presentations, and tips to help you share safety messages and raise funds.
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A Mersey class all-weather lifeboat is heading out to sea on a calm, sunny day. Two crew members are standing in the centre of the deck, facing the horizon.
Volunteer news
The latest RNLI news for all volunteers.
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A group of volunteers of all ages standing on a beach and holding a large RNLI flag. There are six adults of all ages and two children standing beside them, all smiling and laughing together.
Learning, wellbeing and benefits
Find information, support and development opportunities to help you grow in your role as an RNLI volunteer.
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A group picture of Lough Ree RNLI crew and station volunteers. The group is made up of men and women of all ages, some wearing crew kit and others wearing RNLI clothing – but all wearing RNLI wellies, Everyone is smiling as they pose for the picture.
Recognition and awards
Our volunteers are at the heart of the RNLI. Without all our volunteers - crew, lifeguards, fundraisers, education presenters, shop, community safety, museum and others – the RNLI wouldn’t be able to save lives at sea.
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A portrait of a young female RNLI staff member wearing a Respect The Water t-shirt and RNLI jacket. She is facing the camera and smiling while standing in front of a beach on a sunny day.
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