Voluntary Action Coventry invites residents to give back to feel good

World Mental Health Day (10 October 2026)

We’re inviting you to get involved with volunteering to boost your mental health. World Mental Health Day (WMHD) on 10 October. Created by the World Federation of Mental Health to raise awareness of and drive positive change for everyone’s mental health. Throughout the year here at VAC we regularly organises activities that support people to connect with community organisations, and the days leading up to WMHD are no exception!

Looking after your mental health is important every day. Volunteering is a great way to support your own wellbeing. Giving your time to help others can provide a real sense of purpose, build confidence and help you feel more connected to the people around you. If you’re feeling isolated, stressed or simply looking for something positive to focus on, volunteering can be a real boost. Whether you’re supporting a cause you care about, sharing your skills, spending time with other people or just giving a little of your time, these contributions  can really make a difference to you and the people around you.

Sue Ogle, CEO for VAC said:

“At Voluntary Action Coventry we enable people to have direct impact on the world around them through taking part in community action. We know that volunteering can help people find connection and meaning in their lives. Our motto for improving mental health is ‘give back to feel good’.

She added:

“We’re helping local people discover volunteering opportunities that can benefit both themselves and their community.”

Take a look at what we have coming up in the days leading up to WMHD to support you on your volunteering journey: 

• Mon 5 & Tues 6 Oct  ‘Pop-in to Drop In’, Central Library, 🕥10am-2pm, (and throughout the year, every Mon and Tues, except bank holidays), no need to book, just turn up
• Tues 6 Oct: Discover Improv. with Coventry’s top comedy troupe! Take part in fun games and exercises that build confidence, creativity and performance skills. 🕥 7:30pm – 9pm Free but booking essential by 28 Sept
• Wed 7 October: Join Chat Central for a guided tour of Coventry’s London Road Cemetery with Historic Coventry Trust volunteers and learn about volunteering opportunities. 🕥10am – 11.30am. Free but booking essential.
• Fri 9 October: Come along with Chat Central to watch ‘Full of Beans’ – a free improv performance by Coventry’s top comedy troupe! 🕐7pm – 9pm Free but booking essential.
• Browse Get Involved Coventrythe city’s community engagement platform, for a huge range of live volunteering roles – with community organisations and charities who have volunteer vacancies now!
• Improving Lives Supported Volunteering course – a six-week course designed to build skills, boost confidence and discover new opportunities, starts 3 Nov. Free of charge. Enrolling now. via this link: visit the webpage here. 
• Introduction to Volunteering – themed in-person workshops on a range of subjects