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"In every community, there is work to be done. In every nation, there are wounds to heal. In every heart, there is the power to do it." ~Marianne Williamson

Volunteers are an integral part of the Center for Child Protection, and we invite you to learn how you can help us in our mission to reduce the trauma young child abuse victims have experienced. At the Center for Child Protection, we strive to empower our volunteers with many opportunities for service and equip them with the knowledge and skills to work with children and families who have experienced trauma and crisis. Mary Kahle, a current Center for Child Protection volunteer, gives this advice: "The kids will love you and love to hang out with you. Just be yourself and they will love you for who you are." We are very grateful for your interest in volunteering at the Center for Child Protection. Read on to learn more.

Prospective volunteers must complete the following steps before they can be matched with a volunteer position:

1. Attend Volunteer Orientation.
2. Complete the Volunteer Application which requires a background check. Please contact Melissa Soliz at 512-472-1164 or msoliz@centerforchildprotection.org if you have any questions.
3. Interview with the Volunteer Coordinator.

In addition, volunteers working directly with children and families must also:

1. Attend a 9-hour Volunteer Training
2. Interview with the Volunteer Coordinator to be placed in a volunteer role.
3. Attend any program-specific training, if needed.

Read more about the volunteer roles available, and find out more about Orientation and Training. For more information, contact Melissa Soliz at 512-472-1164 x2426 or msoliz@centerforchildprotection.org.

The Center for Child Protection's Volunteer Program is supported by the DELL Foundation.