‘Being connected with good people helps my mental health. We have managed to meet in person and she is a wonderful person. I am happy that we have been connected.’
J, Connection Friend
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Got space in your life for a new friend?
Interested in making a positive impact in the lives of people settling in Bristol? Know anyone who might be?
We are looking for great people in Bristol, to join our September 2024 Connections befriending program.
You will be connected to a refugee or person seeking asylum in Bristol, to build friendship over the phone and then in-person, throughout a 10 week program, in the hope that a friendship will grow beyond.
Being new to a country or city can be daunting and isolating, but with your help, we can make it a little easier and create meaningful friendships.
Commitment required from you:
***We welcome and encourage volunteers from diverse backgrounds and with additional languages.
Support you will receive:
Our Requirements
Interested? If so, we'd LOVE to hear from you!
Apply here: https://airtable.com/appYGupMlStcNMsjm/shrEwngQ99im4aLwg
Application Deadline: Monday 24th July, though later applications may be considered
Zoom Interviews: Wednesday 26th & Thursday 27th July
Please visit our website for more info https://www.aidboxcommunity.co.uk/volunteer or email naomi@aidboxcommunity.co.uk if you have any questions