- Flexible in schedule
- Good for groups
- Good for youth
- Accessible by public transit
Volunteer Opportunity: Drop-In Centre Support — Vancouver Women’s Health Collective (VWHC)
29 W Hastings Street, Vancouver, BC, V6B 1G4
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5 hours
/ weekly
6 month term + for longer (ideally)
The Vancouver Women’s Health Collective (VWHC) is a volunteer-run non-profit located in Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside. Since 1974, we have provided minimal-barrier, trauma-informed, community-driven health and wellness support to self-identifying women, gender-diverse, and Two-Spirit community members. 💗 We are currently seeking compassionate, reliable volunteers to support our Drop-In Resource Centre, open Wednesday–Friday from 1:00–4:30 PM. 🍎 🌟What You’ll Do Welcome and support community members accessing our space Help distribute food, clothing, hygiene items, and menstrual products Assist with the Community Fridge and Clothing Room Offer peer support in a trauma-informed, anti-oppressive way Help maintain a welcoming, safe, inclusive environment 🌟Who We’re Looking For People who value gender inclusion, LGBTQ2SIA+ equity, cultural safety, and trauma-informed care Warm, reliable individuals who can commit to one 4.5-hour shift per week, ideally 6 month commitment minimum Volunteers comfortable working in a vibrant, diverse DTES community 🌟Additional Opportunities Volunteers can also join committees such as: Media & Communications Fundraising Volunteer Recruitment People and Culture & More 🌟Why Volunteer With Us? Make a meaningful impact on community health and well-being Build experience in advocacy, community care, and health promotion Join a supportive team & community committed to equity and empowerment Contribute to a long-standing feminist organization (est. 1974) 📩 To apply: Email your resume to community@womenshealthcollective.ca 🌐 More info: womenshealthcollective.ca Instagram: @vwhc_
Why should you volunteer for this opportunity?
Hands-on experience in community care, harm reduction, & trauma-informed practice Training and mentorship from experienced frontline staff Opportunities to grow leadership skills through committees (Media/Comms, Fundraising, Recruitment) A meaningful way to support women, gender-diverse, & Two-Spirit community members in the DTES Connection with a supportive, equity-driven volunteer team Experience valued in social work, counselling, nursing, medicine, & community health paths.
- Flexible in schedule
- Good for groups
- Good for youth
- Accessible by public transit