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Description

The Volunteer Advocacy Support Worker plays a vital role in supporting the International Women’s Group by championing women’s rights, ensuring their voices are heard, and empowering members from diverse cultural backgrounds. This role is ideal for an individual passionate about equality, social justice, and fostering inclusive communities.

Main Responsibilities

Advocacy and Empowerment: Represent and advocate for the interests and rights of women within the group, supporting them to access relevant services, resources, and opportunities.
      Help members navigate systems such as healthcare, education, housing, and social services.
      Information and Guidance: Provide accurate information regarding rights, entitlements, and available support. Offer guidance in understanding policies and procedures, and signpost members to specialist organisations when appropriate.
      Individual Support: Listen to members’ concerns in a sensitive and confidential manner, assisting them to articulate their needs and aspirations. Support women in overcoming barriers related to language, culture, or discrimination.
      Facilitation and Group Work: Assist with the organisation of group meetings, workshops, and events aimed at building confidence, skills, and community spirit. Encourage active participation and peer support among members.
      Collaboration: Work closely with other volunteers, staff, and partner organisations to ensure a coordinated approach to advocacy and support.
      Contribute to the development of a welcoming and inclusive environment.
      Record Keeping and Reporting: Maintain accurate records of support provided and outcomes achieved, ensuring confidentiality at all times.
      Participate in team meetings and contribute to ongoing evaluation and improvement of services.
      

If you are interested please click the ‘Apply’ button below (available when logged in and registered). You will then be contacted by the coordinator by email or phone call. If you have not heard back after 5 working days, the first step is to contact the organisation with the contact details provided. You could also check your junk/spam folder on your emails just in case the response is there. If that doesn’t work out then please feel free to contact Volunteer Glasgow on info@volunteerglasgow.org. 

Availability

Restrictions

Experience required: - Commitment to Equality: Demonstrates a clear understanding of issues affecting women from international backgrounds, with a strong commitment to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion. - Communication Skills: Excellent listening and verbal communication abilities, with sensitivity to cultural differences and language barriers. - Empathy and Discretion: Approachable, trustworthy, and able to handle confidential information appropriately. - Initiative and Teamwork: Self-motivated, orga
Travel details: St. Matthew Community Centre in Possilpark.
Minimum age: 14

Support

Expenses paid: Yes
Expenses details: 10 Pounds to cover travel expenses and lunch if required.
Support: Childcare