Volunteer Program Facilitator: Help Us Create a Generation of Upstanders!

Volunteer as an Educational Facilitator to guide students through the digital resources and conduct facilitated small group discussion at Courage to Care workshops for Victorian students. The purpose of the program is:

1. to help students explore their personal experiences, attitudes and behavior to empower them to become effective Upstanders when encountering situations of racism, prejudice, bullying or discrimination.
2. equip students with Upstander tools and inspire them to become Upstanders. T

This role would suit recently retired people. A background in education or teaching is helpful but not essential.  

Volunteers become qualified to be Facilitators with the support of:

• Our full time Education & Training Manager. 
• A Buddy, who is an experienced Facilitator trained to provide ongoing support to Trainee Facilitators.

To qualify as a Facilitator, the volunteer must:

• Participate in comprehensive Facilitation training

Facilitator must:

• Be aged 18+

• Have good spoken English.

• Have excellent active listening skills.

• Have good teamwork skills to work alongside other volunteers.

• Have flexibility and resilience in responding to challenges and program changes.

Time Required: Hours are flexible as long as the volunteer can keep up with required knowledge and training.

Training: Comprehensive training and ongoing support provided.

Reimbursement: Overnight accommodation and meals allowance, as necessary.