Volunteer With Our Programs & Services

Volunteers are a vital component of the Society. They make invaluable service contributions to our Board of Directors, staff, and all Elizabeth Fry of Northern Alberta. Our volunteer positions have components such as Mentorship, Emotional Support, Providing Resources and Referrals, Court Work, and Administrative Tasks

Requirements:

• Able to commit to at least 6 months (with the exception of special events)

• Empathetic, non-Judgmental, open to feedback, believe in our Mission and Vision, independent as well as a team player

• Provide a résumé and 1 - 2 References

Application Instructions:

• Before you apply, please browse through our programs and indicate which program(s) you have interest in

• Please send résumé, reference(s), and area of interest to efryvolunteer@efrynorthernalberta.com

• In the email, please also indicate what your availability would be, in regards to days and hours

• Please note: Most of our volunteer positions are available during weekdays, 8:30 - 4:30. However, at times we may have evening or weekend opportunities available

Become a Board Member

We are seeking new board members to direct and lead our mission to support, advocate, and empower at-risk women and girls, and advance the dignity and worth of all women and girls who are or may be at risk of becoming criminalized.

As a board member, you would provide strategic governance in professional fundraising, financial governance, human rights, social justice, and leadership best-practices. We invite individuals who reflect the diversity of our community and with expertise to partner with the Elizabeth Fry Society of Northern Alberta.

"Acting with compassion, understanding, and empathy is paramount when explaining court procedures and providing legal resources. Knowing that this assistance can alleviate a person’s anxiety and make appearing in court a less intimidating experience is incredibly rewarding and humbling, and makes volunteering worthwhile."
- Volunteer

For more information please contact:

Volunteer Coordinator 
Direct Phone: (780) 644-1689
Toll Free: (866) 421-1175