We're looking for compassionate volunteers to join our team as Sexual Assault Volunteer Advocates.

As an advocate, you'll be added to our on-call schedule and respond to local hospitals to support survivors of sexual assault. Your primary role is to provide a caring, supportive presence, share information about the services we offer, and collect contact information so we can provide follow-up support.

Volunteers are welcome to stay during the sexual assault forensic exam if they feel comfortable doing so, but you will only ever be asked to do what you're comfortable with. The most important part of this role is ensuring survivors know they are not alone and are aware of the resources available to them.

We provide training that is straightforward and designed to help you understand the role while giving you the opportunity to decide if it's the right fit for you. All applicants must pass a background check, and maintaining strict confidentiality is essential.

This is an excellent opportunity for college students and interns looking to gain meaningful experience and complete volunteer or internship hours while making a real difference in the lives of survivors.

If you have a compassionate heart and want to help support survivors in our community, we'd love to hear from you. Please contact us for more information or explore options below to learn how to apply.

Volunteer Application, print out, fill out, bring to your local office
Some positions may require background check.
Volunteer Application.docx
Microsoft Word document [91.6 KB]

Additional form to complete
Please download, print and include in your application.
Volunteer APS required form.pdf
Adobe Acrobat document [37.3 KB]

Volunteer

Opportunities

Shelter

shelter duties as assigned or needed 24/7, 365 days available

Office

clerical work during office hours

Fundraising

Assist with fundraising and events

Community Events

Assist with outreach at fairs, festivals and other events as planned

Resale Shop (Atlanta and Hope)

Sorting donations
Assisting on sales floor
Donation pick-ups

Sexual Assault

Hospital accompaniment (Texarkana only)
Support and explain services

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Why Volunteer?

It is personally fulfilling to give back and help others in need in our community.
Boosts resumes to colleges and jobs
Can sometimes count as college credit
Meet new people
Get your foot in the door for a career change
Gain references on a resume

What better way to show you are worthy of employment than volunteering and proving that you are the right person for the job. Just a quick did you know…… in a study provided by Indeed.com that 1 in 5 employers are more likely to hire a person who has volunteer time. That is a 20 percent increase in your chances to get the job you’ve been waiting for.

You have the opportunity to give to your community and help those who need help the most. The feeling you will have, knowing that you are making a difference in someone’s life is indescribable and is a feeling you’ll never know until you experience it.

Partnerships Concepts

for individuals, businesses, schools, churches, civic organizations, nonprofits:

Volunteer
Provide donations (monetary or household/toiletry/clothing items)
Be an advocate for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault in your community, organization, church, and education institution
Follow us on Facebook/Twitter/Instagram, share with your friends, family, and groups
Promote October "Domestic Violence Survivor" campaign with purple pins
Sponsor an event or project
Participate in fundraising
Request a speaker or training for staff, students, or the community
Have information available to those you serve or know
Have our DVP button on your website & social networking site
Promote October "Domestic Violence Survivor" campaign with purple pins for employees
Have our information on your resource listing
Include a link on your website/social networking sites