About Dundalk Outcomers
To provide support for and advocate for lesbian gay bisexual and transgender people in the North East Region of Ireland.
What's Involved
As part of Dundalk Outcomers campaign towards a yes vote to the marriage equality referendum on May 22nd, we require volunteers to assist with canvasing in the following areas: Co. Louth, Co. Monaghan, Co. Meath and Co. Cavan. Participants will be pared within their preferred regions. Campaigning will take place both within shopping centres/ public areas and some door-to-door work.
What's required for this position
Previous canvassing experience is not essential as training and advice will be given. Outgoing/ good social skills are required. A passion for the cause -Whether LGBT or an ally. Own transport is a benefit but not a requirement.
- Advocacy/ Lobbyist
- Drivers
- 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: 2hrs Weekly
Other Details
Location of volunteering opportunity:
Dundalk
Other location details:
Co. Louth, Co. Monaghan, Co. Meath, Co. Cavan
Screening details for this role:
Volunteers will be provided with the following supports:
- Support/ advice/ recognition
- Supervision
- Initial induction and training
Volunteers with the following challenges will be supported in this role
- Physical Disability
- Sensory Disability
- Learning 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
Through this volunteer role, participants will be a part of history in that they will be canvassing for a change in law, I.E. marriage equality
