Women’s Centre of Calgary (Workshop Host (In person) Volunteer)

• Appropriate for volunteers aged between 18 and 55
• Appropriate for volunteers aged 55 and over

Women’s Learning is a core program of the Women’s Centre and is primarily provided by volunteer facilitators and hosts both online via Zoom and in-person. Workshop Host Volunteers support the Centre’s learning programs by providing assistance to facilitators with workshop set-up and administration and help create a welcoming workshop space for attendees. Duties: Support Learning Coordinator and/or volunteer facilitator with the workshop set-up, including tables, workshop supplies and refreshments. Greet women as they arrive for workshops. Administrative support including taking attendance, completing waivers and evaluation surveys and other relevant tasks. Provide a supportive, inclusive and non-judgmental environment. Refer participants to Peer Support volunteers for other support and referrals. Promote Women’s Centre workshops, events and other services. Needed skills: Ability to work with a diverse range of women in a non-judgmental manner. Ability to work both independently and as a team member. An interest in women’s issues and in helping women. Good listening and communication skills. A willingness to work within the framework of the Women’s Centre. Follow through with the volunteer commitment as pre-determined. A commitment to attend the Introduction to the Women’s Centre and other 5 accompanying training sessions within the first 6-months of volunteering. Time commitment: 3-4 hours per month or per week, mostly evenings, and depending on availability and learning program schedule. To apply, please go to this link: https://app.betterimpact.com/PublicOrganization/8fd5bc00-7eac-4387-9d27-a1fd33f7a948/1   Or contact Linda @ linda@womenscentrecalgary.org