Volunteer
Give to your community and help make the greater Edmonton area a safe and peaceful place to live.
You give but little when you give of your possessions. It is when you give of yourself that you truly give. - Kahlil Gibran
There are many opportunities for you to become involved:
- NEW Volunteer Opportunity: Community Facilitator
- Mediate conflict situations involving neighbours, community groups, sports groups, nonprofit organizations
- Assist with case development and coaching
- Present workshops on Interpersonal Conflict Management
- Provide training on restorative justice
- Assist with providing information at community events
- Assist with fundraising
- Provide office assistance
- Serve on a committee
- Serve on the Board
Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it's the only thing that ever has. - Margaret Mead
Benefits of Volunteering
There are a number of benefits to being a volunteer .
- You’ll be making a difference in the lives of your fellow community members
- You’ll participate in professional development workshops, training & conferences (free of charge, or at reduced cost)
- You can have a chance to learn from the experience of others in the conflict management and restorative justice field
- You can sharpen current skills and learn new ones
- You can meet and network with people who have similar interests
- You’ll gain experience in mediation, case development, and facilitation
Volunteer Positions
The Mediation and Restorative Justice Centre regularly accepts applications from volunteers interested in services such as case development, mediation, workshop facilitation, general office administration, and special events.
NEW Community Facilitator
For information about this position click below:
If you have any questions about the application process, or the volunteer position, please contact the manager.
Case Developer or Mediator
MRJC is committed to providing quality mediation services to the community and ensuring consistency in our service delivery. If you are interested in volunteering as a Case Developer or Mediator, you need to have at least 100 hours of mediation training. This can include courses, workshops and work experience. Your experience will be reviewed by the program manager and validity will be at their discretion. In order to assist in these positions you must become a member of the Mediation and Restorative Justice Centre. Please include a current resume with your application forms. If you have any questions about the application process, or the volunteer position, please contact the manager
Membership Application Form - PDF
Volunteer Application Form - PDF
Workshop Facilitator
If you are interested in becoming a volunteer workshop facilitator, the necessary prerequisites are: experience in public speaking; experience with workshop delivery; and a demonstrated interest in the conflict management and resolution field. Please include a current resume with your application form. If you have any questions about the application process, or the volunteer position, please contact the manager
Volunteer Application Form - PDF
Restorative Justice Workshop Facilitator
If you are interested in becoming a restorative justice workshop facilitator, the necessary prerequisites are: experience in public speaking; experience with workshop delivery; and a demonstrated interest and experience in the field of restorative justice. Please include a current resume with your application form. If you have any questions about the application process, or the volunteer position, please contact the manager
Volunteer Application Form - PDF
Administration
We always need help around the office! You can help with administrative duties such as data entry, filing, conduct program evaluations, graphic design/lay out and computer support. As well we often have opportunities for participating in the development of new projects that will assist the organization to reach its mission.
If you have any questions about the application process, or becoming a volunteer with MRJC, please contact the executive director
Volunteer Application Form - PDF
Special Projects
By becoming part of our Special Projects team you can take part in any number of short-term projects, including displays at Law Days, assisting with events for National Victims Awareness Week, Restorative Justice Week, Conflict Resolution Day, fundraising at special events and raising awareness of MRJC services through involvement with displays at community events and gatherings. If you have any questions about the application process, or becoming a volunteer with MRJC, please contact the executive director
Volunteer Application Form - PDF
MRJC Board of Directors
The work of MRJC could not be done without the guidance and leadership of its Board of Directors; a group of committed and dedicated individuals who guide the vision of the organization.
There are also opportunities for individuals to work on various Board subcommittees as a way to learn more about the organization prior to making a commitment to serve on the Board. We offer opportunities for involvement on the Finance, Fund Development and Advocacy Committees. If you have any questions about the application process, or becoming a volunteer with MRJC, please contact the executive director
