Volunteer Recruitment: 
Community Wellness Advocate Program for Ethnic Minority Seniors

Tentative Programme Dates

Tentative Training Period: 14/28 October 2023
Please note that there will be two essential training sessions, half-day afternoon training, scheduled on Saturdays within the October to November 2023 timeframe. These sessions are compulsory for all recruited advocates.

Volunteer Period: December 2023 - December 2024
Minimum of three in-person sessions, each lasting for about 3 hours, during this period.

Requirements

• Applicants must be aged 18 or above and eligible to work in Hong Kong
• Experience or interest in community service
• Compassionate and empathetic approach to working with others
• Eagerness to learn and contribute to a team and the community 
• Commitment to meet and interact with ethnic minority senior for at least three in-person sessions during the service period

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Program Benefits

• Enhanced Skills in Mental Health Support and Social Service
  Acquire vital capabilities in empathetic listening, facilitation, and cultural sensitivity, paving the way for a career in social work or mental health support.
• Impactful Companionship with Ethnic Minority Seniors
  Forge meaningful connections with ethnic minority seniors, providing them with emotional support and companionship, and learning from their rich life experiences.
• Contribution to Community Support Program
  Play an instrumental role in improving the mental health and overall well-being of ethnic minority seniors in our community.

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Acknowledgment

• Certificate of Completion
  Upon successful completion of the program, earn a certificate from the Mental Health Project Team, Division of Public Policy, The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology that attests to your commitment and contribution to the community.

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Remuneration and Transportation Allowance

Receive remuneration for each meeting you have with your senior buddy and for each training session you attend. A transportation allowance is also provided for these activities. We also provide transportation to all service activities, removing potential travel barriers.

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Enquiries

Please email us at emmh@ust.hk and use the subject line “Community Wellness Advocate Application”.