Get Involved

The Police and Crime Commissioner’s Office offers a wide and meaningful range of volunteering opportunities for those who want to make a positive difference across County Durham and Darlington. By volunteering, individuals can contribute their time, skills, and experience to help build safer, stronger, and more resilient communities, supporting efforts to tackle crime, drugs, and anti-social behaviour.

Volunteers are a vital part of the Office’s work and play a key role in ensuring that services remain rooted in the needs and experiences of local people. Through strong partnerships with volunteers, the Office is able to gain valuable insight, improve the way it works, and continue to develop services that truly reflect the communities it serves.

There are a variety of ways to get involved, offering flexibility and the chance to contribute in a way that suits individual interests and strengths. Opportunities range from Community Peer Mentoring and supporting victims, to participating in scrutiny and advisory panels where volunteers can help shape and influence local services and decision-making.
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In return, volunteers can expect to be part of a welcoming and supportive environment, with opportunities to develop new skills, build confidence, and feel a genuine sense of belonging. Volunteering with the Office provides not only the chance to give back, but also to be part of a collective effort to create safer and more connected communities.