VOLUNTEERS

WHY ARE VOLUNTEERS IMPORTANT?

Volunteers can play a crucial role in the support we provide to women, young people and children who experience violence and abuse. Volunteering can also help individuals develop self-confidence, esteem, friendships and a sense of community. Indeed, volunteers are an important link between our services and our communities; we want to learn from our volunteers, and encourage them to be an integral part of Cardiff Women’s Aid.

We aim to offer a wide range of volunteering roles to reflect the skills and diversity of the populations we exist to serve, whether that’s volunteering directly with people we support, or assisting our central services with campaigning and fundraising. Check out our current opportunities below; if you don’t see a role you like, use the application form to tell us about the kind of volunteering you’re interested in. We always welcome new ideas and perspectives and are excited to see our volunteering programme develop over time!

WHY VOLUNTEER WITH US?

No matter what role you undertake for Cardiff Women’s Aid, you will be making a valuable contribution to our mission to see a world free from gender-based violence. Cardiff Women’s Aid was founded by volunteers, so as a volunteer, you will be continuing their important legacy. We hope as a volunteer, you find your experience at Cardiff Women’s Aid to be meaningful and fulfilling. We hope that in return for your time and effort you can:

  • Be an ally to women, young people and children experiencing abuse

  • Use your voice to support others and improve services

  • Learn transferrable skills and best practice in your area of choice

  • Improve your personal development and knowledge base

  • Receive relevant induction training, including Violence Against Women, Domestic Abuse and Sexual Violence (VAWDASV)

  • Empower others and feel empowered

OUR VOLUNTEERING OPPORTUNITIES

Cardiff Women’s Centre is our aftercare and recovery hub. We’d love to have friendly and organised people to head up our reception, welcoming and signposting the women, children and young people who access our services.

Multiple roles and shift patterns available.

The Phoenix Programme is a 5 week educational course that enables women to explore an introduction to what abuse is and how to recognise it, as well as reflect on the impact abuse may have had on them and their children. The course is run in small groups, and includes the use of videos and groups discussions.

Cardiff Women’s Aid is turning 50! If you’re passionate about women’s rights and interested in running events, we would love to hear from you. You do not need to be experienced, just willing to get stuck in and help out! We have lots of exciting plans throughout 2024 and 2025 so there’s no better time to get involved.

Cardiff Women’s Aid is turning 50! We would love a creative and brilliant photographer to capture some upcoming events so this important moment in CWA history is memorialised.

Events are taking place throughout 2024 and 2025.

Cardiff Women’s Aid is turning 50! We would love for a creative and brilliant writer to capture some of our upcoming events so this important moment in CWA history is memorialised.

Events are taking place throughout 2024 and 2025.

Safe Spaces is an informal coffee morning for women. We’re looking for friendly and compassionate people to assist the café. If you’re a good listener, and respect confidentiality, get in touch.

The café runs every Tuesday between 10 am and 11.30 am.

Craft café is an informal crafting group. We’re looking for friendly and creative people to assist our sessions. You don’t need to be an expert, just someone who enjoys crafting and listening to others.

The café runs every Thursday between 1 pm and 2.30 pm.

Please check back soon to see what new volunteering opportunities we have available.

Remember – you can always apply to volunteer with us, even if we are not advertising a role that you are interested in. Take a look at our Application Form.

How to apply

  • Check out the roles above. You can read more about each role by downloading the role description,

  • Complete an Application Form and email to HR@cardiffwomensaid.org.uk,

  • You can use the Application Form to register your interest in volunteering, even if you don’t see a specific role you like advertised,

  • Thank you for applying! We’ll be in touch as soon as possible.

  • In the meantime, please subscribe to our Volunteering Newsletter below.

  • Please note: to volunteer you must be 18+ years of age, unless otherwise stated in the role description.