Storybook Program Volunteers Needed

Milton, ON [map]

7 hours / monthly

Ongoing

The Story Book program is an initiative that allows incarcerated parents, and involved extended family members to record themselves reading books, which are then sent to their children with the recorded audio.

The Story Book program allows the parent to once again be part of their child’s daily routine, have the chance to be of service to their child and provide emotional support.  
The goal is foster emotional bonds, promote social and cognitive development, promote literacy and lower recidivism.

How can the Volunteers make this happen ?
The Volunteers would be sitting with the registered Incarcerated Women in 'Vanier Centre for Women' and helping them record a Story for their child. 

Volunteer Eligibility Criteria: 
1. Persons identifying as Female 
2. Persons older than 21 years old.
3. Persons with an updated Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) or the ability to obtain one.
4. Persons who are empathetic, supportive, patient, trustworthy, organized and passionate about this project.
5. Persons who are willing to sign a confidentiality Covenant. 
6. Person who are able to travel to Milton for the Program sessions.
7. Persons who are willing to attend trainings regularly (Virtually and In-person)

When applying make sure to include your resume and cover letter

The program will start soon. We are looking forward to hearing from you.

Contact the Volunteer Coordinator at volunteers@efryhope.com, for any questions.

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Why should you volunteer for this opportunity?

Volunteers will benefit from: 
1. Personal Fulfillment: Volunteers will positively impact the lives of the children, mothers and their families.
2. Skill Development: Volunteers will develop valuable skills from the experience and the trainings provided. 
3. Certificates: Volunteers will receive certificates of completion for each training session
4. Letter of Reference: Volunteers will receive a Letter of Reference at the end of their position with EFRY Hope and Help for Women.

Activities involved

Facilitation

Requirements:

Resume
Vulnerable Sector Search

Languages Needed:

Fluency in English (Reading and Speaking)

Flexible in schedule