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Facilitator of English Language Conversations - Informal
Organisation Details
Chrysalis Manchester
Activity type: Advice, Information and Support, Asylum Seekers and Refugees, Community Work, Health and Wellbeing, International , IT, Languages, Mentoring, Befriending and Buddying, Older People
Sub theme: Asylum Seekers and Refugees, Education, Youth Work and Young People
Stellify Award: This opportunity is part of 'Make a Difference'
Organisation Description: Chrysalis Manchester was established to support and empower teenage mothers who dropped out of formal education due to unplanned pregnancies. They were unable to parent their children due to a lack of parenting skills. This led to the removal of these children into care. Sex education is now being taught in schools and so, there is a significant reduction in teenage pregnancy. we have since moved on to address other issues facing families such as domestic violence, These include tackling food poverty in families, supporting refugees and asylum seekers, supporting families facing domestic violence, teaching English to families whose first language is not English, providing a safe space for separated couples to have contact with their children who happen to be with one of the parents, encouraging young people who are not academically inclined to acquire skills.
Description of role: ENGLISH LANGUAGE CONVERSATION PROJECT - with UoM student volunteers
English language conversations led by Manchester-based students at the Chrysalis Centre
Would you like to make a difference in your local community while you study?
Are you interested in learning more about the experiences of refugees and asylum seekers?
Would you like to work with people from a range of language and cultural backgrounds?
Are you thinking about teaching English abroad or in the UK?
If YES, Volunteer for our English language conversation project!
- As a volunteer for this activity, you will facilitate English conversation sessions at a local community centre.
- The sessions are attended largely by refugees and asylum seekers and provide a valuable opportunity for participants to practice speaking English in an informal, friendly, environment.
-Conversation sessions run on a weekly basis on a Wednesday from 13.00-14.30 and most volunteers attend roughly one to two sessions per month.
-Each session is led by a small group of student volunteers.
-You do not need any prior experience to get involved and you will have the opportunity to take part in training sessions through the year.
** References will be required
For more information contact Aoileann Ni Mhurchu at aoileann.nimhurchu@manchester.ac.uk
See also this blog for more information: https://pure.manchester.ac.uk/ws/portalfiles/portal/226962452/Chrysalis_student_report_2.pdf
English language conversations led by Manchester-based students at the Chrysalis Centre
Would you like to make a difference in your local community while you study?
Are you interested in learning more about the experiences of refugees and asylum seekers?
Would you like to work with people from a range of language and cultural backgrounds?
Are you thinking about teaching English abroad or in the UK?
If YES, Volunteer for our English language conversation project!
- As a volunteer for this activity, you will facilitate English conversation sessions at a local community centre.
- The sessions are attended largely by refugees and asylum seekers and provide a valuable opportunity for participants to practice speaking English in an informal, friendly, environment.
-Conversation sessions run on a weekly basis on a Wednesday from 13.00-14.30 and most volunteers attend roughly one to two sessions per month.
-Each session is led by a small group of student volunteers.
-You do not need any prior experience to get involved and you will have the opportunity to take part in training sessions through the year.
** References will be required
For more information contact Aoileann Ni Mhurchu at aoileann.nimhurchu@manchester.ac.uk
See also this blog for more information: https://pure.manchester.ac.uk/ws/portalfiles/portal/226962452/Chrysalis_student_report_2.pdf
Skills / qualities associated with the role: Oral Communication Skills, Team Working
Are volunteer expenses available?: Yes
Duration of role: One day / week only
Start date:
End date:
Opportunity times: Wednesday Afternoon
DBS required: Off
Can reasonable adjustments be made regarding additional needs?: Yes
Is this organisation part of the Sports Volunteering Scheme (SVS)?: No
Minimum hours commitment: 1.5 Hours per week
Location:
4-6 Westerling Way
Manchester
M16 7EA