Some of our ongoing volunteer opportunities are listed below. We also welcome your unique expertise and ideas for supporting RMSC and its participants in new and creative ways.

Volunteer opportunity	What do these volunteers do?
Direct Service Volunteers	RMSC is always in need of direct service volunteers, who work one-on-one with survivors. Volunteers are needed to: Provide companionship and familiarize newcomers with American culture and the Denver area Tutor survivors in English and/or basic literacy Coach survivors on the public transportation system in metro Denver Assist survivors with developing resumes and job skills Provide childcare while participants are involved in RMSC groups and other events Other opportunities may be available based on participant needs and volunteer interests.
On-call Transportation Volunteers	RMSC is always in need of volunteers to provide transportation to our participants, many of whom need this assistance to get to events and appointments around the metro Denver area. Any volunteers wishing to provide transportation to our participants must provide a valid driver's license and proof of auto insurance (property and liability).
English Practice Group	RMSC provides on-going weekly English Practice Groups, where survivors can practice their English reading/writing and speaking/listening skills. Volunteers are needed to: Lead and instruct weekly English Practice Groups Prepare group materials Assist by providing 1:1 assistance in the group setting Serve as on-call substitute instructors for these groups RMSC also needs volunteers to provide 1:1 English tutoring outside of English Practice Group (see "Direct Service Volunteers").
Special Event Planning	RMSC sponsors and participates in special events for/about torture survivors. Volunteers are needed to help coordinate: Recreational events for survivors and their families A recognition event on June 26th, the United Nations International Day in Support of Victims of Torture An annual Interpreters Recognition party Events to raise community awareness about human rights issues Volunteers are key to making these events successful. We welcome the skills and enthusiasm of those who like to make events happen!
Office and Administrative Support	Volunteers are always needed at RMSC for office and administrative support. These volunteers are key to keeping everyday operations at the agency running smoothly, so that we can best serve the survivors. These volunteers also set the agency tone by acting as the "welcome committee" for participants and community partners through answering the phones and greeting people at the door. Volunteers activities include: filing documents, answering phones, greeting participants at the front door, photocopying, and doing mailings.
Research and Resource Development	Research volunteers at RMSC may: Develop lists of community resources for survivors Research and create "country profiles", which provide background information about survivors' countries of origin to RMSC volunteers and staff Conduct community needs assessments Assist with program evaluations The knowledge, skills, and research of volunteers expand our capacity to provide needed, culturally competent services to our participants.
Fundraising and Program Development	Volunteers are always welcome at RMSC for supporting grant writing, fundraising, community outreach, and program development. These activities keep the agency alive, so that we can achieve our mission of helping torture survivors create a new future. We welcome your ideas and talents!
Pro Bono Professional Services	RMSC has a network of pro bono lawyers, mental health providers, and health care professionals who contribute professional services to RMSC participants free of charge. If you are a professional interested in providing pro bono services to RMSC participants, please contact RMSC at: ilundberg@rmscdenver.org or by telephone at 303-321-3221 x203

If you are interested in volunteering, please send a cover letter, resume, and completed Volunteer Application to our Volunteer Coordinator, Sarah Schoentgen, at

RMSC

1547 Gaylord St.

Denver, CO 80206

If you have and questions regarding volunteering, please contact Sarah at sschoentgen@rmscdenver.org or (303) 321-3221 x224.