GET INVOLVED
Ways to contribute
SLC6A1 Europe is an alliance of national patient organisations. Its work is supported by families, relatives, friends, professionals and other people who contribute their time, ideas and practical help.
SLC6A1 Europe is run entirely on a voluntary basis. No individual receives a salary or remuneration for their work within the European alliance.
Everyone is welcome to contribute. No particular qualifications or previous experience are required. You may help with a single activity, offer occasional support or become involved more regularly.
Volunteering does not have to involve a large commitment. Depending on current activities, volunteers may help by:
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sharing approved information and awareness campaigns;
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helping to prepare or run a meeting, event or local activity;
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welcoming families and participants at events;
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assisting with simple administrative or practical tasks;
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supporting fundraising activities;
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translating or reviewing information in different European languages;
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helping with communications, website content or social media;
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contributing professional or technical expertise, if they wish to do so.
Some activities benefit from particular skills, but many do not. Practical help, local knowledge, personal experience and even a small amount of time can all be useful.
We will try to identify a form of involvement that suits your interests, location and availability. Where appropriate, we may suggest taking part through one of our national member organisations.
Volunteer With SLC6A1 Europe
Fundraising and awareness activities can support the work of a national SLC6A1 organisation or the European alliance. An initiative does not need to be large to be useful.
Organise a local activity: A community event, information evening, market stand or other local initiative can help raise awareness and support SLC6A1 activities.
Mark a birthday or special occasion: Friends and family can be invited to support an SLC6A1 organisation instead of giving traditional gifts.
Involve a school, workplace, club or sports group: Schools, companies, associations and sports groups may be willing to organise an activity, support an existing campaign or help share reliable information.
Support an existing initiative: You can take part in events and campaigns already organised by SLC6A1 Europe or one of its national member organisations.
Before organising an activity in the name of SLC6A1 Europe or using its name or logo, please contact us. This allows us to agree which organisation the initiative will support, provide appropriate information and ensure that any donations are handled through the correct channels.
If you prefer to make a direct financial contribution, please visit our Donate page.
Fundraising and awareness
National and European involvement
SLC6A1 Europe works in cooperation with national patient organisations. Where a national organisation exists, local volunteering and fundraising activities are generally coordinated with that organisation, which understands the local context and applicable requirements.
For activities involving several countries, or where no national SLC6A1 organisation currently exists, SLC6A1 Europe may help identify the most appropriate point of contact.
Each national member organisation independently decides which activities it can support and how volunteers and donations are managed.
If you would like to volunteer or discuss a fundraising or awareness initiative, please contact us at advocates@slc6a1europe.org.
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