Volunteer Researchers required for First World War Project
This Scottish Library & Information Council (SLIC) funded project will explore the
impact of the First World War on East Dunbartonshire. We will use the EDLC
Archives and Local Studies collections in new and innovative ways to engage young
people and local communities.
Our focus will be on personal stories of local people held in our collections, and also
stories handed down through the generations. We are particularly interested in
discovering what life was like for those who survived the War - before, during and
after this life-changing experience.
The project is seeking to recruit several volunteers to assist with identifying accounts
of lived experiences held within our Archives and Local Studies collections.
Volunteers will be given specific subjects to research and will have access to EDLC’s
historical Archives and Local Studies collections.
The ideal volunteer will:
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A keen interest in social history, particularly personal accounts of lived
experiences
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Excellent attention to detail
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Patience and an understanding of the research process (previous research
experience advantageous but not essential)
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Knowledge of the local area (advantageous but not essential)
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Confident using photographic equipment (1 role)
For an informal discussion of the volunteer opportunities available please contact
Sara our volunteer coordinator at events.eastdunbartonshireswar@gmail.com , or by
phone at 0141 777 3142.
To apply please complete our East Dunbartonshire’s War Volunteer Application
Form below and return to events.eastdunbartonshireswar@gmail.com
Or mail to
Sara Johnstone
Volunteer & Event Co-ordinator
East Dunbartonshire’s War Project
William Patrick Library
2-4 West High St,
Kirkintilloch G66 1AD
EAST DUNBARTONSHIRE’S WAR VOLUNTEER APPLICATION FORM
Please complete the following application form and return it to the address above.
Name:
Address:
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Please tell us about any relevant experience and interests that you have. This may be
work experience (paid or voluntary) or life experiences.
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Please give the name and addresses of 2 people who would be prepared to give you
a reference. (Someone who is outside your family and who has known you for some
time.)
Referee 1
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All successful applicants will be required to attend specific training. These
volunteering roles may involve contact with children, young people or vulnerable
adults therefore you may be required to undergo a Disclosure Check (sometimes
known as a Police Check). Any information received will be treated in the strictest
confidence and a previous conviction does not necessarily mean that you will be
unable to volunteer with us.
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East Dunbartonshire Leisure & Culture is committed to an equal opportunities policy and
welcome applications from all people regardless of age, gender, race, sexuality or disability.
Data Protection: This information will be kept by East Dunbartonshire Leisure & Culture Trust and processed in
accordance with the Data Protection Act 1998. It will be treated as confidential.