The Coalition recognises the difference that committed volunteers can make to effecting change in the quality of life in communities. We accept volunteers as an integral part of the work we do. Our volunteers use their skills and time for activities that run the gamut from fund-raising to visiting or helping elderly persons.
Anyone can become a volunteer. Currently, we have over 50 active volunteers.
All of our programmes have been developed to include volunteer contribution:
• The SEAN Programme is recruiting a cadre of volunteers to assist homes for the elderly in improving their standard of service. In addition, volunteers have also been trained to provide support services for the elderly.
• The ChildLine Programme trains volunteers to operate the free hotline service that is provided to the public. Volunteers also do outreach work.
All our volunteers are trained in-house by our qualified staff.
“Some people were asking for volunteers for the Youth Delta. I signed up not really giving it much thought. So imagine my surprise when I got a call to interview for ChildLine some time after. It was scary, the thought of helping someone over the phone. What if the first call you got was about rape?! Maybe it was the training, maybe because I was more mature and more ready, maybe it was a combination, but somehow I wasn’t scared for my first day on the line. I handled things with a surprising calm and ease, it was almost surreal. I’ve grown so much from being a part of ChildLine. I’ve learned that our young people are hurting. I’ve learned that I am in no position to judge anyone; I’ve learned patience and selflessness. I’ve developed a sense of calm in the face of some very surprising disclosures from hurting children. I’ve learned to care more and I have a greater awareness for the role adults play in the lives of our youth. I’m a better person because of what I do. Being part of ChildLine is part of my life now. It’s a weekly commitment I’ve made. I wouldn’t change a thing and I’ll answer the call as long as the phone rings.” - ChildLine Listener , Age 27
If you would like to volunteer your time and skills to the Coaltion’s efforts, please complete the form below and submit it to us. We will contact you and ask you to come in to meet with us.