The Institute of Directors (IoD) has urged British employers to allow staff time off for volunteering, to help realise David Cameron’s vision of a ‘Big Society’.

This message comes after nearly two-thirds of UK employers admitted to not helping staff to volunteer, despite 58% of workers expressing a desire contribute to community volunteer projects.

Employers have shown reluctance due to a lack of time and money, but Iod director-general, Miles Templeman, believes staff volunteer work is an affordable way for businesses to do their bit.

“Employee volunteering is now a major part of the corporate responsibility mix, enabling companies to leverage their most valuable assets – their staff – to address some of the most significant problems facing society.”

Read the full story.

To find out about volunteering abroad visit our volunteer work page or get in touch and let us match you to community volunteer projects in genuine need.