VOLUNTEER!
APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN
Volunteers are the backbone of every successful event — and Your Roots Are Showing is no exception. As Ireland’s Folk Conference returns, we’re inviting both new and returning volunteers to help create an unforgettable experience.
Volunteers work three 4-hour shifts during the conference week to qualify for volunteer benefits (outlined below). You can select your preferred shifts and areas when completing your application.
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Volunteer Registration
Registration is online. You’ll indicate your preferred roles, availability, and any special skills. Opportunities are available across seven key areas:
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Exhibit Hall
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Registration
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Volunteer Coordination
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Hospitality
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Conference Activities
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Music Sessions
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Music Trail
Note: Professionals attending for networking or business should register as attendees rather than volunteers to avoid schedule conflicts.
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Volunteer Benefits
Volunteering offers a rewarding way to engage with the folk and roots community while enjoying:
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Complimentary access to conference seminars and showcases
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Free volunteer t-shirt
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Access to the volunteer hospitality area
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General Responsibilities
While duties vary by team, all volunteers are expected to:
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Offer a warm welcome and assist attendees — you’re often their first point of contact
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Arrive 20 minutes before each shift and check in at the designated volunteer area
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Complete all assigned shifts and plan personal activities outside those times
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Notify coordinators promptly of any schedule changes
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Understand your role and attend required training
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Ensure smooth handover between shifts
Volunteers must be 18 years or older.