Hello! we’re CAN
– your Community Action Network
We serve Dorset’s voluntary and community sector.
CAN supports volunteering across Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole, and wider Dorset with Volunteer Centre Dorset.
Support for volunteers by sharing opportunities, promoting the value of volunteering, and providing training.
Latest News
Case Study: Supporting Daniel into Volunteering
With the right support, individuals enrich their lives and communities.
Live shows at Pavilion Dance South West
Dance into autumn with Pavilion Dance South West
Holt Recruitment Raise over £2,500 for Home-Start Wessex
An epic week of unique challenges this September.
Training and events
Community Spaces Network
Community Spaces Network
Come along and meet people supporting their communities in shared spaces including community centres, libraries, gardens, museums and more.
A21. Walk for freedom
A21. Walk for freedom
Join us as we walk for the millions of human trafficking victims across the globe.
Network to support LGBT+
Network to support LGBT+
A network to support and be allies with LGBT+ community members within our organisations, our volunteers and service users.
Community Heroes
REAV – Refugees Empowerment Amplified Voices
A vibrant and committed group of refugees and people seeking asylum.
Staffie and Stray Rescue
Staffie and Stray Rescue are a family-run dog rescue based in Bournemouth.