Refugee Support Volunteer Levin

Join our Refugee Support Volunteer Team in Levin!

We are looking for more volunteers to join our team to support the arrival of former refugee families to Levin.Role descriptionHelp former refugees settle and feel at home in Aotearoa New Zealand.

If you want a rewarding experience where you can gain new skills, foster a positive and inclusive local community, and meet new people, join us as a refugee support volunteer.Families start again, while learning about new cultures, meeting new people and changing lives (including their own!).

You'll need to be flexible.

There are no set shift times for this role.

The time you spend with a family will vary week to week.Your tasksYou'll be helping people navigate life in a new country, which might include : Setting up a home for a family or individual before they move in.Connecting people with schools, English classes, GPs, and other services.Helping the family navigate the city or town using public transport.Learning about another culture and sharing your own.Being a friendly, welcoming presence.LocationRefugee Support Volunteers mostly serve out in the community based on the families needs.

Volunteer training and meetings are hosted at the Red Cross Service Centre.Volunteer requirements and trainingYou'll receive comprehensive training in how to give practical and social support, as well as intercultural practice.Training dates : Wednesday 1st October 2025 9.30am - 2.30pmWednesday 6th October 2025 9.30am - 2.30pmPlease complete our online form to register for training.

This will take a few minutes to fill out.TRAINING REGISTRATION FORM more information, or if you have any questions contact : Narita Dixon021 447

• pop by and see us : 524 Queen St East, Levin 5510

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