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1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 Much youth work delivery in Scotland relies on the time and skill of volunteers. Their willingness to contribute means that many young people have access to life-enriching experiences and learning opportunities.
1.2Moving Forward: A Strategy for Improving Young People's Chances Through Youth Work recognised the value of volunteers and included a commitment to work with the voluntary sector to develop a specific Action Plan for Volunteering in the youth work sector. The overall aim of this Action Plan is to support the youth work sector deliver more choices and more chances for more young people through a stronger network of volunteers. It sets out the outcomes we believe will make most difference and the actions necessary to achieve them. Some are the direct responsibility of Government, others will be taken forward by youth work partners. All of them require us to work together to make the maximum impact.
1.3 This Action Plan has been developed with the support and input of the voluntary youth work sector. Youth Scotland, YMCA, YouthLink Scotland, the uniformed organisations, VDS and the Duke of Edinburgh's Award have had particular involvement in shaping the proposals, with constructive additions and comments provided by YouthLink's Voluntary Organisations' Chief Officers' Group ( VOCOG). Together they have helped us identify priority areas for action that will make a real positive difference for volunteers and the organisations they work with. The Scottish Government will support the sector to deliver improved resources and collaborate to take this action forward.
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