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Volunteer/Intern Opportunities
Help us provide vital services to victims of domestic violence! The Women's Center of Rhode Island welcomes interns/volunteers who want to help break the cycle of violence in our community. Interns/volunteers receive specialized training by professional staff in order to provide critical hotline, residential, court advocacy, and administrative support services.
Hotline/Front Desk
Offer emotional support, safety planning, referrals, and crisis intervention to our 24-hour hotline callers. Assist victims of domestic violence get away from their abusive partners and
get to a safe place.
Children's Enrichment Program
Supervise children during group activities. On nights and weekends, coordinate games and craft activities. Be a mentor and a positive role model in the lives of children affected by domestic violence.
Community Education
We are looking for volunteers committed to ending intimate partner violence in the Providence/ East Providence communities. Engage the community in discussions around intimate partner violence. Help to schedule workshops, tabling, and create fun projects to engage youth in healthy relationships.
The Men's Initiative
We are looking for males interested in ending intimate partner violence within their community. The Men's Initiative is currently running a Young Men's Work program and is seeking males 18+ to assist in implementation of the program in Providence and East Providence. Other opportunities for community outreach, education, and fundraising for the Men's Initiative are available.
Outreach
Letting our community know we exist is an important step in the intervention process. We need individuals to represent WCRI at a variety of community events such as health fairs, conferences and schools. You will receive specific training on how to handle questions from victims and be able to provide important resource materials.
Maintenance/House Keeping
If sitting at a desk does not appeal to you, consider helping us maintain a clean and safe environment. Tasks can include anything from washing floors to raking leaves.
Administrative Volunteer
If you do not have a lot of time, becoming one of our Administrative Volunteers might be a good option. Provide general clerical support to staff and help with organizing donations. We have many special events throughout the year that require assistance including cell phone drives, grant writing, and holiday celebrations.
Cell Phone Collection Drive
Employed at a large company, going to school or simply have a large social network? WCRI collects old cell phones and recycles them to help support the agency's work. This is an easy way to help victims of domestic violence.
Day of Service
Do you know a small group of people interested in volunteering their time to help benefit their community? Please consider donating your time to assist a great cause.
Have a special talent or skill you would like to share? We are always eager to create new and exciting activities to help improve the lives of women and children who have experienced interpersonal violence.
For more information on volunteer opportunities, please call Melissa England at (401) 861-2761, ext. 117 or email
You may also download a copy of our volunteer application and send it to:
Melissa England
Women's Center of Rhode Island
P.O. Box 603300
Providence, RI 02906
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