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
Victims of crime or violence
Elementary school children (K-5th)
People dealing with mental or physical illness
PRESERVICE REQUIREMENTS
DAYS & TIMES
Mon | Tues | Wed | Thurs | Fri |
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9am-5pm | 9am-7:30pm | 9am-5pm | 9am-7pm | 9am-5pm |
TRANSPORTATION
This location is confidential. Students offered placements will be provided with the address.
Driving is the only means of transport to this location. Public transit and a safe bicycle route are not available.
Driving • ~20 min, free off-street parking available
CONTACT
Smitha Paul
Volunteer Coordinator
spaul@mcwcgno.org
504.837.5400
Darlene Santana
Executive Director
dsantana@mcwcgno.org
504.304.1373