About Christine Buckley Centre
The Christine Buckley Centre is dedicated to providing education and support to survivors of institutional abuse from industrial schools, Magdalene laundries, and mother and baby institutions. Our commitment is to ensure that no one feels alone or different; we stand together, advocating for justice and the rights of all individuals — celebrating diversity and promoting equality.
Read more about our work on our website.
What's Involved
We are looking for a volunteer to help us provide entertainment and create a fun environment for Survivors of Institutional abuse, through upbeat and popular songs aimed at a mature audience.
Time commitment: one hour every Friday.
What's required for this position
~ Confidence ~ Good communication skills ~ Enthusiasm ~ Optimism ~ Interpersonal skills ~ Empathy ~
- Arts/ Music/ Drama
- Community Development/ Social work
- Personable Skills
Level of English required for this role:
Fluent English
Times and commitment required for this role
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Minimum time commitment: Flexible
Hours required: 1hrs Weekly
Other Details
Location of volunteering opportunity:
2nd floor Jervis house, Jervis street, Dublin 1
Screening details for this role:
- Informal Interviews
- Identification Check (photo ID etc…)
Volunteers will be provided with the following supports:
- Support/ advice/ recognition
Volunteers with the following challenges will be supported in this role
- Physical Disability
- Mental Health Difficulties
Age restrictions:
Over 18
Is this opportunity suitable for groups/teams of volunteers?
Yes
Benefits you will receive as a volunteer
Volunteers benefit in a lot of ways, for your CV it will look great to future employers. Volunteers play a role in the healing process for our clients, thus contributing directly towards their wellbeing through their valued contribution.
Getting there
We are located right beside the Jervis Luas stop and a five minute walk from O ' Connell street.
