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Friendship-based match
Friendship-based Match
Volunteers in the one-on-one matching program are connected with an immigrant or refugee who lives in Abbotsford and has reached out for support. The time commitment is approximately 2 hrs per week for a minimum of 6 months.
Job Description:
- Schedule meetings with “match” and plan activities
- Offer English language support to a new immigrant or refugee
- Share insights into Canadian culture
- Share knowledge of the local community, attractions, events, and activities
- Offer friendship and support
Qualifications:
- Knowledge of the challenges facing new immigrants/refugees
- Knowledge of the community and the resources that are available
- Fluency in English
- Patience and empathy
- Sensitivity to cross-cultural differences
This volunteer position is best suited for someone who is:
- Outgoing and friendly
- Not judgmental or critical
- Patient
- Respectful
- A native or fluent English speaker
Knitting Group Volunteers
Volunteer Duties
- Assist participants with knitting projects
- Organize materials and ensure that participants have the equipment they need
- Offer friendship and support to participants while they knit
- Foster a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere amongst the group participants
Qualifications:
- Knowledge of the challenges facing newcomers
- Ability to knit (you don't need to be an expert!)
- Patience and empathy
- Sensitivity to cross-cultural differences
This volunteer position is best suited for someone who is:
- Outgoing and friendly
- Not judgmental or critical
- Patient
- Respectful
- A team-player