1st to 7th June is Volunteer Week, and the 17th to the 23 June is Refugee Week. Brenda, a retired teacher, explained to Anita from Bedford Radio how rewarding and purposeful befriending the residents of Yarl’s wood, Yarl’s wood a Detention Centre for asylum seekers and an immigration removal centre. Brenda visits weekly and has been volunteering for 3 years. She was awarded Volunteer of the Year by Yarlswood befrienders, for all her commitment and hard work. Here in the interview, she explains why she wanted to volunteer and have a positive impact on others, and also describe the impact on herself. As Brenda once felt that her life had less purpose, but now she feels more fulfilled and rewarded.
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