This is the history for the submission "Motion by Councillor Kevin Lalley:- "The Council recently celebrated the 40th anniversary of Volunteer Week from the 3rd to the 9th of June 2024. This event, established in 1984, highlights the invaluable contributions of the city's volunteers. It serves as an opportunity for us to reflect on and appreciate the tireless efforts and dedication of volunteers across our city who contribute significantly to our community's needs. Council recognises the important role that volunteers, and third-sector organisations play in our city. These groups and individuals are the backbone of our communities, delivering essential services, fostering community spirit, and supporting some of the most vulnerable people in the city. Council notes that in 2022/23, roughly 1,600 people in Glasgow volunteered in some capacity across the city, providing more than 30,000 hours of voluntary service. This work spans a wide range of essential services, delivering much-needed resources. In this period of economic and social uncertainty, this work has become even more crucial. Council recognises the important role that volunteers, and third-sector organisations play in our city. Their efforts are essential in addressing the gaps and needs within our communities. As a council, we are committed to recognising, supporting, and celebrating the efforts of these volunteers who play a vital part in maintaining the well-being and support structures of our city. Therefore, council resolves to publicly acknowledge and celebrate the contributions of all volunteers and third-sector organisations in our city. Council acknowledges and supports the ongoing work currently being done by the council in this regard. However, to further this commitment, council proposes to establish an annual Volunteer Appreciation Lunch to complement and run alongside the already established Volunteer Week. This event will further enhance Volunteer Week and serve as a formal gesture of our gratitude to the city's volunteers for their hard work and dedication to the residents of our city. In addition, Council notes that from the 24th of June until the 7th of July it is Co-op Fortnight 2024 and that it gives us an opportunity to both recognise and celebrate the important role that volunteers play in the success of co-operatives across the city. Acknowledges that co-operatives across Glasgow often rely on their members to take up volunteering roles and that this can be an incredibly rewarding experience which allows people to learn new skills, meet new people and give all involved an equal and meaningful say. Believes that Co-op Fortnight gives us as a Council the opportunity to renew our support for co-operatives in our city and backs calls from Co-operatives UK to commit to co-operative growth. Notes that Glasgow City Council has been a proud member of the Co-operative Councils' Innovation Network and hopes that through the network, it continues to learn from best practice across the UK and world to make Glasgow a more progressive and co-operative city. As a council, we would like to thank all volunteers for their invaluable service."".

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