Go Volunteer!
Now recruiting for the Get Involved - Give Back Week Planning Committee 2010.We still have room for students on the planning team for this year's Get Involved Give Back Week. The event is September 20-26th, so planning happens in Spring/Summer.
More information here.
Contact kurt.penner@kwantlen.ca if you want to be on this planning team.
Now recruiting for the 2010 Student Orientation Leadership Team.
Interested in gaining some fun volunteer experience and an opportunity to grow your leadership skills? Find out more here.
More about the Orientation Leadership Team...watch the video!
More Kwantlen Volunteer Opportunities...Click here
Highlight Community Volunteer Opportunities:
Canadian Mental Health Association ....The Simon Fraser branch of the Canadian Mental Health Association is recruiting additional volunteers to help with the organization of its upcoming charity run & walk event in May 2011. More information including contact hereAldergrove Neighbourhood Services are currently accepting applications for our youth mentorship program in the Langley areas. It is targeted towards single young adults who are willing to share accommodations with a youth. More information here
INCREDIBLE YOUTH LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITY
Want to be a leader… not just in the future, but right now? Well, Leadership Richmond - Youth Now is your chance to demonstrate your leadership abilities, gain incredible work experience, receive training in leadership and board governance and be part of a network of young community leaders.
Youth Now is an unique leadership experience that engages young leaders in direct leadership by having them participate as a member of a not-for-profit board of directors. In addition to serving one year as a board member, participants also attend leadership and board governance workshops once a month, are mentored by a community leader, and spearhead a community or board project. Graduates describe Leadership Richmond – Youth Now as a “basic foundation for youth to step into the leadership world” and “a chance for youth to learn and grow.” More importantly, Youth Now opens up new avenues for youth participants and allows them to develop their leadership skills through hands-on experiences.
“Leadership Richmond – Youth Now provided me with a great avenue to engage and support my community, and to realize my potential and those around me. The program has made me more aware of community issues and the variety of community services that are in Richmond” said Vanessa Yu, 2010 graduate.
Leaders who are high school graduates (as of Sept. 1, 2010) under the age of 26 and live, work or study in Richmond are eligible to apply for the program.
The new program begins September 20010. Apply now. Space is limited! Visit www.volunteerrichmond.ca
to download an application form. Surrey's Natural Area Partnerships (SNAP) - SNAP was formed by local community groups in 2001 to promote the stewardship of Surrey's natural areas. Originally a team of 4 students doing habitat restoration, SNAP now employs over 12 post secondary students doing habitat restoration, environmental education and environmental outreach. SNAP's mandate centers on restoring, enhancing and protecting Surrey's natural areas and parks and to increase awareness and stewardship of these areas. SNAP is currently looking for Habitat Restoration Assistants, Special Event Volunteers, and Eco Rangers.
BC Summer Games 2010 is looking for volunteers - BC Games volunteers ensure that citizens come together in a community celebration of pride and enthusiasm, that athletes have a quality multi-sport experience that will assist them as they continue through their development, and that coaches and officials gain experience and opportunities that will further develop sport in our province. More information here. Register as a volunteer here.
If you are looking for fun opportunities to meet new friends, get involved in their community and gain great experience for your resume, VolWeb is a great resource. Click here to check it out.
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