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‘So Why Don’t You’ is an hour long weekly stroll through the interesting world of volunteering and the voluntary sector for just about anyone, young or old, looking to be more of an active citizen and wishing to make that wee bit of a difference within their local community.

You can listen live and join Mike Melvin (Volunteering Services Manager at ACVO TSI) every Friday from 2:00pm – 3:00pm online at shmu.org.uk or on 99.8FM!

So Why Don’t You May 8th – Rashmi from the National Literacy Trust

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Mike and Rod welcome Rashmi from the National Literacy Trust to chat about the National Year of Reading 2026 and how communities can get involved in Aberdeen!

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So Why Don’t You May 1st – Florence from The Period Place

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In this episode, Mike and Ghada are joined by Florence from The Period Place to hear about their work and how people can get involved in Aberdeen!

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So Why Don’t You April 24th – Stephen from the Asthma and Allergy Foundation

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In this episode, Mike and Rod are joined by Stephen Nakote from the Asthma and Allergy Foundation to discuss their vital work supporting those with asthma and allergies across Aberdeen and beyond.

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So Why Don’t You April 17th – Abi and Lez from MISS – Miscarriage Support

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This week, Mike catches up with Abi and Lez from MISS - Miscarriage Support to chat about their vital work supporting those affected by miscarriage as well as their spring fundraising challenge ...

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So Why Don’t You April 10th – Christine and Shelly from Childline

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In this week’s episode, Mike welcomes Christine and Shelly from Childline to discuss the work they do to support children and young people and how the local community can get involved

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So Why Don’t You March 27th – Nara and Natalya from BUTA Azerbaijan Scotland Association

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In this week’s episode, Mike and Rod welcome Nara and Natalya from BUTA Azerbaijan Scotland Association where they discuss their work promoting Azerbaijani culture, history and language in Aberdeen.

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So Why Don’t You March 13th – Gayle and Rowan from the University of Aberdeen

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In this episode of So Why Don't You, Mike and Rod are joined by Gayle and Rowan from the University of Aberdeen to hear more about the positive impact of student volunteering!

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So Why Don’t You March 6th – Ian Stones and Gordon Edgar

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In this episode of So Why Don't You, Mike is joined by Ian Stones and Gordon Edgar to hear more about volunteering they are doing and support they provide the community, such as the Learning ...

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So Why Don’t You February 20th – Erskine Veterans Charity

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Tune into this episode of So Why Don't You where Mike chats with Michael from Erskine Veterans Charity and students from RGU about their latest updates and upcoming fundraising event.

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So Why Don’t You February 13th – VSA

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On this week's episode, Mike and Rod are joined by Lynne from VSA! She chats about the incredible work they do across Aberdeen - supporting children, young people and families.

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So Why Don’t You February 6th – Citymoves Dance Agency

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This week, Mike chats with Lynn Shaw from Citymoves Dance Agency about how people can get involved in their dance programmes to spark creativity and a sense of community.

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