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VCST Multicultural Outreach Intern (Remote)

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Victoria Coalition for Survivors of Torture
Victoria Coalition for Survivors of Torture
Muna Zaidalkilani
Executive Coordinator
2
Project
Academic experience
80 hours per learner
Learner
Anywhere
Beginner level

Project scope

Categories
Communications Market research Operations Project management
Skills
No skills listed
Details

Positions available: 3 (In teams or individually)

We collaborate with immigrant settlement agencies, mental and physical health professionals, social service agencies, neighborhood houses and the broader community to ensure that the needs of survivors of torture are recognized and met at all levels. Through our community partnerships, our goal is to support survivors overcome the legacy of oppression and live with dignity. Link: About | Victoria Coalition to Stop Torture

Deliverables

Internship deliverables:

  1. Support the Executive Coordinator of VCST.
  2. Meeting notetaking: We are currently meeting with organizations in British Columbia to establish a circle of support for survivors of torture. We are working on filling service delivery gaps. You will help me with notetaking. The meetings are already recorded.
  3. Help the executive coordinator with the presentation PowerPoint.

VCST is looking for 3 Level Up student. 80 hours commitment per student.

The VCST internship program will end depending on intern schedule.

Mentorship
  • Interns will meet with VCST Executive Coordinator once a week and/or biweekly for supervision and mentorship.
  • Supervisor will be accessible for students.
  • Students will receive networking and professional development opportunities.

Students will receive an honorarium by Ripen by end of placement.

About the company

Company
https://www.vcst.ca
2 - 10 employees
Non-profit, philanthropic & civil society

Our Vision
Survivors of torture and political violence overcome the legacy of violent oppression

Our Mandate: Increase public awareness about survivors of torture and political violence
Cooperate, partner, and provide capacity building training for and with the immigrant and refugee settlement agencies, social service agencies, health community, and the broader community to promote the well-being of survivors of torture and political violence in our community.

Training and Education.

Referral Network and Counselling Services.

Working Nationally and Internationally.

VCST regularly consults with other Canadian and foreign centers working with survivors to share resources, experiences and support.