Community volunteering
Solihull Volunteers Network
SOVNET brings together volunteers and residents across Solihull to strengthen community wellbeing through collaboration, volunteering, mutual support and shared action.
Service, Compassion and Civic Responsibility
Solihull Volunteers Network is a community-focused initiative established by Solihull Central Masjid & Community Centre. Rooted in service, compassion and civic responsibility, SOVNET recognises volunteering as a powerful force for positive social change and sustainable community development.
Through its volunteers, SCMCC supports interfaith, intercultural and intercommunity dialogue, helping to build understanding, mutual respect and meaningful connections between diverse communities.
Volunteer Roles
All roles are voluntary, and volunteers support the community in many practical and people-focused ways.
What SOVNET Supports
Faith and Community Life
Support for Ramadan, Eid prayers and celebrations, interfaith iftars, Nikkah services, Janazah prayers, Islamic talks, spiritual retreats and community ceremonies.
Wellbeing and Hospitality
Regular gatherings, pastoral support, reflective spaces, weekly Chai and Gup Shup sessions, health workshops and inclusive wellbeing activities.
Education and Outreach
School visits, RE teacher training, Hajj seminars, children's programmes, equality and diversity sessions, and community workshops.
Charity and Civic Action
Food bank support, chaplaincy visits, refugee week activities, networking events, charity collaboration and local environmental action.
Purpose
To bring together volunteers and residents across Solihull to strengthen community wellbeing through collaboration, volunteering, mutual support and shared action.
Mission
To support, develop, promote and coordinate volunteering opportunities and community collaboration across Solihull.
Vision
A connected and inclusive Solihull where people work together to improve lives, reduce isolation and build stronger communities.
Aims and Objectives
- Increase volunteering opportunities across Solihull.
- Promote equality, diversity and inclusion in volunteering.
- Strengthen community resilience and social connection.
- Support volunteer training, safeguarding and good practice.
- Engage underrepresented groups in volunteering.
- Coordinate responses to emerging community needs.
How the Network Operates
SOVNET operates as a collaborative partnership with an advisory group overseeing planning and coordination. Members agree to work respectfully, promote inclusion and equality, share information constructively, support positive community outcomes and respect confidentiality where appropriate.
Membership is open to individual volunteers, residents and stakeholders who support SOVNET's aims.
Get Involved
We want our community to have the best experience. If you can help, please email info@solihullmasjid.org.uk.