What You'll Do:
- To contribute to fundraising initiatives for Aphasia Re-Connect
- To actively engage with people with aphasia (a communication disability) to check out ideas and initiatives, and where appropriate involve them.
- To get involved with events both online and in person
- To keep in regular contact with Sally.
- To contribute to Advisory Group meetings
- Contribute your own ideas and creative problem solving skills
- Take photos to share with us all
Why You'll Love It:
- Have a great deal of fun!
- Gain insight into aphasia
- Develop your supported communication skills
- Enjoy creative problem and chipping in your own ideas
What You'll Learn:
- Insight into aphasia
- Develop your supported communication skills
- Develop your planning skills
What We're Looking For:
- Someone who can subscribe to the ethos, values, mission and vision of Aphasia ReConnect.
- Someone who can actively engage with and contribute to fundraising initiatives
- Someone who brings creativity and ideas
- Someone who is reliable and honest
- Someone who loves team work
Summary
Volunteering
Ambassador
Disability
Islington
Southwark
6 Weeks Minimum
2 Hours / Week
Skills you will develop:
Active listening
Building relationships and influencing
Communicating
Creative problem-solving
Emotional intelligence
Relevant interests:
Charity / Nonprofit
Requirements:
Statement of Motivation
Over 18 years old
Training
These documents must be completed:
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