Join the Games Volunteers

The 10th World Firefighters Game will run from the 24th of August to the 2nd of September, 2008. Merseyside Fire & Rescue Service is tremendously proud to host the 10th World Firefighters Games in 2008. We are keen to build on our reputation for innovation and excellence, and to work with all of our partners and the community of Merseyside to deliver the best Games yet.

The world Firefighter Games is a biennial competition in which Firefighters and their families from all over the world compete in numerous and varied sporting events.

The participation of volunteers in the delivery of these Games is essential. It would not be feasible to hold these games without a major involvement of volunteers to provide much of the help and support required. It a fundamental requirement of the Games that there must be a lasting legacy for the people of Merseyside. One of the most important ways of delivering this is through volunteering. Consequently the recruitment of volunteers will not be confined to just sports enthusiasts but to the whole of the community with people from all marginalised groups being actively sought as volunteers. There will be a particular focus on encouraging young people from all over Merseyside to take part.

It is expected that the Games will require between 1500 and 2000 volunteers to make them a success. Volunteer roles will include helping Event Managers to set up and take down sporting equipment, meeting competitors and helping them with their kits etc, meeting and greeting the public and guiding them to their seats. We will also need volunteers to help with administration, catering, uniforms and many other tasks. No particular skills are required just the enthusiasm to get involved.

So why volunteer to help at the Games?

You will get to see some fantastic sporting events, it will be great fun and you will meet lots of different people and, of course, you will be doing a useful job for the community. You can volunteer for as much or as little as you can manage and no offer of help will be refused.

How do I register to be a WFG08 Volunteer?

You can now register to become a WFG08 Volunteer by completing the registration form on-line at www.wfg08.com/volunteer/volForm.cfm or by telephone at +44(0)870 888 1888. Once you have registered you will be contacted by a Volunteer Coordinator who will explain the process of induction and training and also discuss with you your preferred activity. Volunteer Coordinators can be very busy so please be patient and allow several weeks to be contacted

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