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Volunteer

SURVIVORS is a small nonprofit with a big mission, so volunteers are essential to our success. There are many opportunities if you would like to lend your time and skills to become part of our healing community. Applications are available in Microsoft Word and PDF formats.

 

Please e-mail applications to Jess or send them to:

Survivors of Torture, International
P.O. Box 151240
San Diego, CA 92175

Thank you for your interest!

OPPORTUNITIES FOR PROFESSIONALS

Know a lot about…

• Computer Technology? Help with designing software, computer trainings forstaff members, annual vetting of IT contractors or supporting IT brainstorming.
• Human Resources?  Help with the board of directors’ board development and personnel committee.
• Marketing?   Help with fund development and special events.
• Finance?  Help with the board of directors’ finance committee or the investment subcommittee.
• Law? Use your legal expertise to support our organization. Help with a one-time project or provide ongoing guidance by serving on a committee of the board ofdirectors.

Friendship Circle
Befrienders are volunteers who provide social support to SURVIVORS’ clients. The specific nature of the friend relationship depends on the needs and interests of both the client (friend) and the volunteer. It may include meeting for conversation, sharing a meal, taking a walk, or accompanying the client to a free event. It may also include helping the client figure out how to meet basic needs, connect with community resources, or learn to use the bus system.

The goals of the Friendship Circle are: 1) to help build clients’ self-esteem and empower them to live independently in their new communities and 2) to build awareness about survivors and give local community members an opportunity to help address their needs. The recommended time commitment is 6-8 hours a month for 6 months.

Read the story of one befriender.

Volunteer Driver
Volunteer drivers provide rides for SURVIVORS’ clients who can’t drive or lack the funds or ability to use public transportation. This program allows clients to keep essential appointments for counseling, medical care, and other services. Most of these appointments occur during weekday work hours. Volunteer drivers help clients feel comfortable by providing a reliable and friendly environment during their rides, and may sometimes assist or advocate for clients during an appointment. The recommended time commitment is 6-8 hours a month.

 

NEWSLETTER FOLDING PARTY

Four times per year SURVIVORS holds a newsletter folding party to prepare the most recent issue of The Survivor for mailing. Volunteers help stamp, seal and address newsletters. Snacks and good company are provided.