Get the Warm Fuzzies: Volunteering with Medway Changemakers with Maria Dorey | #99

In this uplifting episode of The Mic Drop Club, we sit down with Maria Dorey, the Volunteering Project Manager for Medway Changemakers, to explore the power of cultural volunteering and the impact it’s having across Medway. Hosted by Douglas Hamandishe, this conversation is all about how volunteering can give you those “warm fuzzies” while making a real difference in the community.   Maria, a passionate advocate for volunteering, shares her journey of connecting people with exciting and flexible volunteer opportunities that fit around their busy lives. From working at iconic events like the Sweeps Festival and Christmas markets to smaller community initiatives, Medway Changemakers is redefining what it means to volunteer. Maria explains how they break down barriers such as time constraints and accessibility, making volunteering more inclusive and accessible to everyone. In this episode, we discuss: How volunteering can give you that feel-good factor, known as the “warm fuzzies.” The flexible, short-term volunteer opportunities available through Medway Changemakers, allow anyone to get involved, no matter their schedule. The personal growth, new skills, and connections volunteers gain, and how these experiences can be life-changing. Ready to feel the warm fuzzies and make a difference?   Join Medway Changemakers today! Whether you’re interested in arts, culture, or community events, there’s a volunteer opportunity waiting for you. Visit medwaychangemakers.org, follow @medwaychangemakers on Instagram, or like Medway Changemakers on Facebook to find out more. Get involved and experience the true power of volunteering! Don’t just live life—make life boom!