Volunteer Opportunities
 

In 1992, a group of dedicated and concerned citizens in Kelowna joined together to form the Living Positive Resource Centre, Okanagan.

LPRC provides support services to persons living with HIV, AIDS, Hepatitis C, and other blood borne pathogens.  Together we advocate for public awareness of blood borne pathogens and support our community by providing education about risk reduction by making informed, healthy decisions.

We, at LPRC, respond to the demand for services with the assistance of our gracious volunteers.  We offer general and specialized training throughout the year for all volunteer positions.

If you are interested in supporting your community by providing your time, services, specialized skills, and your passion, please contact our Volunteer Coordinator, Heather Picotte, to learn how you can make a difference!

Please see our volunteer package.


I WANT TO VOLUNTEER!
Heather Picotte, Volunteer Coordinator
Ph. 250-862-2437
Email: volunteer@lprc.ca

General office work:
Learn how to run a reception desk and switchboard, use Microsoft Office, perform multiple administrative tasks and work with the public effectively.

Speakers' Bureau:
Speak publicly about HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis C. Assist in design of presentations and administration.

Support:
A variety of opportunities including Home/Hospital Visits, Peer Counselling, Care Teams.

Special Events:
Assist at awareness events such as the AIDS Walk.

Library:
Organize printed and audiovisual materials.

Newsletter:
Write and research articles, learn desktop publishing.

Board and Committees:
For those with professional skills, experience in advocacy, fund development, etc, consider joining our Board or one of our committees.




Important Facts
Aboriginal women show a disproportionately high rate of infection: in 2001, 32% of BC women testing positive were Aboriginal; however, Aboriginals make up less than 5% of the population.




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