A Streetsport volunteer who hails from Catalonia has been in the spotlight recently after appearing in Universities Scotland campaign on internationalisation.

Last week I spent my time doing a work placement with Streetsport at the Denis Law Legacy Trust which has been an all-round great experience. As soon as I walked through the door I have been made to feel welcome…

“I was only 17 when I joined Streetsport but becoming part of the charity proved to play a pivotal role in my life over the next three years. Having decided what to study further, Streetsport was a stand-out feature in my applications which lecturers picked out to ask me about during interviews at college and university”.

Streetsport spoke to Kirstin Bell, RGU graduate and now current RGU Events Assistant, about her time volunteering and how the experience has proved invaluable in her desired career path. Read on to realise the benefits of volunteering and how it can help you.