V&A’S Young People’s Collective awarded volunteering accolade

V&A Dundee Young People’s Collective has been recognised for its volunteering commitment to the museum.

On November 14, three members of the Young People’s Collective (YPC) travelled from Dundee to London to collect the Volunteers for Museum Learning Award presented by the Marsh Charitable Trust and the British Museum, where the ceremony was held.

The accolade aims to celebrate the achievements and contribution of volunteers in both museums and galleries across the UK, recognising their dedication in engaging with the public.

Bethan Ferrie, member of the YPC, said: “Being part of YPC has increased my confidence. I was really shy before I joined. I’ve learned a lot about the creative industries and it’s changed what I want to do with my future.

“I really like that we have the freedom to do what we want to do.”

The V&A Dundee Young People’s Collective is a team of young people aged 14 to 24 from across Tayside funded by The Matthew Trust, who help shape the content of the museum, while learning first-hand about careers in the creative industry.

The group has been a part of the museum’s success since its formation back in 2017.

Learning programmer at Young People at V&A Dundee, Amy Jones, said: “Drawn from a range of backgrounds and ages, the members of YPC influence so much of V&A Dundee.”

YOUNG STARS: Members of V&A Dundee’s YPC were thrilled to have their volunteering efforts recognised nationally.