Would you like to be a part of an important team to assist and empower Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and Deaf/Blind victims of abuse? CONTACT US!
You can help by becoming a…
Board Member
Duties include:
- Participation in fund raising planning and implementation
- Policy and procedure development
- Decision making
- Attend monthly board meetings
- Must pass a Background Criminal Investigation (BCI) check
General Volunteer
Helps with:
- Fundraising events
- Office help
- Assists with Education and Awareness Programs (workshops; parenting classes, trainings)
- Child care
- AND MORE!
Victim Advocate
What advocates do:
- Provide comfort and emotional support
- Empowers victims in becoming survivors
- Find safe and accessible shelters
- Obtains legal support for victims
- Helps victims get medical care
Requirements -
- 60-hour domestic violence training.
- Attend monthly advocate meetings
- Respond to pager duties for a monthly period
- A two year commitment
- Fluency in American Sign Language (ASL) and knowledgeable about Deaf Culture
- Have access to private transportation and car insurance
- Pass a Background Criminal Investigation (BCI) check
- Be able to keep confidentiality
