Metropolitan Center for Women and Children

Metro is a 501(c) (3) social service agency serving victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault and stalking. Metro’s mission is to break the cycle of violence and aid survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking through advocacy, intervention, empowerment and transformation.

WHAT YOU DO

Students serving at Metro have the opportunity to assist with: the children's advocates with playgroup; assembling intake packets and "We Care Bags"; assisting with shelter donations; and assisting with clerical tasks. Students may also have the opportunity to assist with organizing our Children's Boutique and Lady's Boutique and may also represent Metro at tabling events.

WHAT YOU LEARN

Students will learn the dynamics of domestic violence and will learn how to work with children who have been exposed to domestic violence. Students will also gain experience working in a domestic violence program.

INTERACTIONS

elementary school children (K-5th) • middle school children (6th-8th) • other staff members at our agency