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Volunteers are indispensable parts of A Woman's Place (AWP), as part of our organization, work, and success. AWPoffers a number of diverse and enriching volunteer experiences for teens and adults. As the only domestic violence organization in Bucks County, Pa., AWP provides comprehensive free, private, and confidential service, support, education, outreach, and advocacy to victims of domestic abuse and violence and their children and the community.
Being a part of the AWP community is a great way to support individuals and families experiencing domestic abuse and violence through direct service work such as answering hotline or providing court accompaniment. It is also a great way to work towards increased community awareness, safety and organizational support through indirect services such as education and training, and fundraising activities, all while learning, meeting new people, and watching the knowledge that you have truly make a difference. Flexible volunteer hours and varied opportunities are available. Will you come and be a part of our team?
The following two direct service volunteer training sessions (40 hours each) will be offered:
Session 1 - 9am - 1pm
May 11 - 15
May 18 - 20
May 26 & 27
Session 2 - 6pm - 9pm
May 12 & 14
May 19 & 21
May 26 & 28
June 2, 4 & 6 (Saturday session from 9am - 1pm)
June 9 & 11
June 16 & 18
To register for one of these sessions, or to find out more about training to volunteer in education & training or fundraising, please contact Mary Sonke at 215.343.9241 x 112 or via email.
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Volunteer Opportunities
There are still plenty of opportunities to volunteer in April! Staff Meeting: The monthly staff meeting will be held at Rodman on Friday, April 24 at 9:30 a.m. All volunteers are invited to attend. This month, Vice President of the Board of Directors who will soon be stepping into the role of President, Lisa Compton, will be in attendance and Dr. Barnes from Barnes Chiropractic will be giving a presentation. Victimization Across the Lifespan: On Wednesday, April 29 staff will be doing a follow-up presentation on Victimization Across the Lifespan at Temple University's Ambler campus. Topics to be discussed included DV 101 and dating violence. Healthy Relationships: On Wednesday, April 29 staff will be speaking to a Girl Scout troop at the Queen of the Universe Church in Levittown about healthy relationships. If you are interested in attending any of these volunteer opportunities please contact Mary Sonke at 215.343.9241 x112 or by email. For more information on becoming a volunteer click here. |
| 2009 Volunteer Appreciation! |
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 This year's volunteer appreciation event will be held at Full Circle on Wednesday, April 22 at 6 p.m. All volunteers are invited to attend. Come enjoy great food and get to know other volunteers and staff members. The store will be open for shopping as well as accepting donations! This is a great opportunity to finish all of your Spring Cleaning! Please RSVP to Jenny Salisbury at 215.343.9241 x108 or by email. Thank you for all of your hard work this year! |
| Calling All Members! Annual Meeting! |
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| The annual meeting of the general membership of A Woman's Place (AWP) will be held on Thursday, May 14, 2009 at BuxMont Unitarian Universalist Fellowship in Warrington at 6:30 pm. The annual meeting is an important opportunity for AWP membership to learn the latest developments of the organization. New Board members are confirmed, changes to the organization's By-Laws are voted on, and a new Volunteer of the Year will be recognized. Voting membership is open to any person, regardless of race, creed, color, gender, sexual orientation, disability or national origin, upon payment of the annual dues and completion of the 45 hour direct service volunteer training, the six hour indirect service volunteer training, or the six hour designated Board of Director training. Annual membership dues, in the amount of $10, will be collected on or before the annual meeting. | |
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