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THE SHAYLER FOUNDATION

The International Centre for the Protection of Womens Human Rights

Volunteer Information & Application

Enclosures

October 2011

THE SHAYLER FOUNDATION

7 Molesey House Camlet Street London SW7 4ER United Kingdom

Tel: +44 (0)20 3239 7058 Email: volunteer@theshaylerfoundation.org.uk Website: www.theshaylerfoundation.org.uk

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LETTER FROM THE SHAYLER FOUNDATION CEO AND EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

October 2011

RE: Volunteers Dear Applicant, Thank you for your enquiry and interest in volunteering for The Shayler Foundation. Our volunteers help to provide a range of essential services and goods to women on an international level whose human rights have been violated, and we actively seek volunteers to help meet the increasing demand for our services. We have a number of opportunities available and are looking for a diverse range of people to fill various roles. There is no such thing as a `typical volunteer, and through volunteering you will meet many interesting people from all walks of life. Whatever your personal motivations and goals, we are confident we can help you to fulfil your aspirations for volunteering through good quality training, excellent support and the opportunity to make a difference to the lives of women whose basic human rights have been violated. The Shayler Foundation offers a variety of volunteer opportunities for individuals living in and out of London. Volunteering can be provided locally or remotely depending on the volunteers location and the services they are interested in providing. Our Volunteer Coordinator will provide orientation, and training if needed. The enclosed information gives an outline of required skills and of the basic volunteer positions needed. For more information about The Shayler Foundation please visit our website www.theshaylerfoundation.org.uk. If you have any questions please call us at 0 20 3239 7058 or email us at volunteer@theshaylerfoundation.org.uk. We look forward to hearing from you.

Best Regards,

Aubrey Shayler CEO, The Shayler Foundation

The International Centre for the Protection of Women's Human Rights

Volunteer Positions Needed for The Shayler Foundation

Where: The Shayler Foundation Job Title: Volunteer Region: Varied When: Immediately Why We Want You: The Shayler Foundation is an international womens human rights organisation based in London who, with the aid of volunteers and grassroots womens organisations indigenous to the regions being served, address issues central to their communities including but not limited to reproductive and medical rights, freedom from violence, education and other fundamental human rights. We are seeking a dynamic and experienced person to coordinate a successful volunteer programme. The Shayler Foundation relies on the goodwill of volunteers, and the growth and nurturing of this department is vital to the functioning of The Shayler Foundation. Time Commitment: Timing is flexible, however a minimum of two hours per week are required. In addition, set schedules may be implemented for events and certain duties related to those events. Requirements: Enthusiasm and interest in womens human rights are essential. Must be proactive, responsible and experienced in the area in which you are volunteering. Benefits: Working part time, this highly satisfying role will see provide you with: The opportunity to develop new and existing skills and gain work experience in a charity. A full character reference when required. The opportunity to meet new people and work as a part of a dedicated team. The satisfaction of knowing you are making a vital difference to the work of The Shayler Foundation. Qualifications: Eligible candidates for volunteering at The Shayler Foundation include individuals over 18 with relevant experience in areas related to volunteer task, and who pass a criminal history record check. Please note that these are volunteer positions. The Shayler Foundation is currently looking for those who will consider working pro bono with the following qualifications and interests: Marketing and Promotion Photographer Videographer Website Designer Software Programmer Human Rights Law Administration Social Media Fundraising Education If you are someone who encompasses all of the above qualities and more, apply now by completing the Volunteer Application and submitting your CV to: Dr. Barbara Renzi The Shayler Foundation www.theshaylerfoundation.org.uk volunteer@theshaylerfoundation.org.uk

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Volunteer Application Form

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Postcode E-mail Address Phone Daytime Mobile Age 16-24 Date of Birth Gender Male Other Do you have any access requirements? (e.g. large print, induction loop, wheelchair access) Female 25-34 35-44 45+ Evening

Service willing to volunteer: Are you normally available in: The daytime The evening The weekend

How did you find out about volunteering at The Shayler Foundation?

If you have any difficulties completing this application form, please phone us at 0 20 3239 7058 or email us at volunteer@theshaylerfoundation.org.uk. If you would like to find out more about The Shayler Foundation, visit us at www.theshaylerfoundation.org.uk or give us a call. Once we have received your form, we will contact you regarding your application.

Please note that the volunteer role for The Shayler Foundation require you to be subject to a Criminal Records Bureau Enhanced Disclosure. Return this form to: Dr. Barbara Renzi ATTN: Volunteer Coordination volunteer@theshaylerfoundation.org.uk

Received Date: Interview Date: Interview Confirmed: Hire, Y or N: Induction Training Letter Sent Date: Training Date:

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The Shayler Foundation Equal Opportunities Form

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Monitoring Information (this is kept separately and is an anonymous survey. Please do not identify yourself
on this form.) The Shayler Foundation aims to provide equal opportunities and fair treatment for all people applying to be volunteers regardless of race, sex disability, sexual identity or marital status. As part of the policy of reaching out to excluded communities and groups, the service is committed to ensuring that staff and volunteers reflect the community that we serve. In order to achieve these aims we have a policy of monitoring the composition of The Shayler Foundation staff and volunteers. As part of this monitoring process we ask for your co-operation in completing the questions in this section. We wish to give you the following assurances: The information provided will not form the basis of any part of selection. All information in the application form will be regarded as confidential. This monitoring information will only be used for statistics.

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Tel: +44 (0)20 3239 7058 Email: volunteer@theshaylerfoundation.org.uk Website: www.theshaylerfoundation.org.uk