VOLUNTEERING AWARDS 2026

12/05/2026 - 12/05/2026

7pm - 10pm

EBS

THE VOLUNTEERING AWARDS 2026

Join us for a celebration of all the incredible achievements of VTeam, Democracy, SCOs and Education reps over the past year.

This year's Volunteering Awards will take place on Tuesday 12th May in Essex Business School 🎉

Doors open for welcome drinks and food at 7:00pm, with the ceremony starting at 7:30pm. Please arrive on time!

Dress code: Whatever makes you feel fab! 💛

Tickets are free, but booking is essential. Ticket sales close on Monday 11th May 10am.

Your ticket includes: Welcome drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic options), pizza, and of course a seat for the awards ceremony itself.

Join us for the after-party in SU bar!

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