{"id":6850,"date":"2026-09-16T17:22:24","date_gmt":"2026-09-16T17:22:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sheilatwallafoundation.org\/?page_id=6850"},"modified":"2026-09-16T17:40:25","modified_gmt":"2026-09-16T17:40:25","slug":"volunteer","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.sheilatwallafoundation.org\/?page_id=6850","title":{"rendered":"Volunteer"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"6850\" class=\"elementor elementor-6850\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-4cbc5c3 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"4cbc5c3\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;,&quot;ekit_has_onepagescroll_dot&quot;:&quot;yes&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-02f4583\" data-id=\"02f4583\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-617a685 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"617a685\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;ekit_we_effect_on&quot;:&quot;none&quot;}\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Volunteer<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-4915f4b elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"4915f4b\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;ekit_has_onepagescroll_dot&quot;:&quot;yes&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-0bfe84b\" data-id=\"0bfe84b\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-175d5b0 elementor-widget elementor-widget-Element_Ready_Infotext_Box_Widget\" data-id=\"175d5b0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;ekit_we_effect_on&quot;:&quot;none&quot;}\" data-widget_type=\"Element_Ready_Infotext_Box_Widget.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t        <div class=\"element__ready__info__box__wrap infotex_box__style__1\">\r\n                                        <div class=\"single__infotext__box\">\r\n                    <p dir=\"auto\">Volunteers are essential partners in our work. You help us walk alongside individuals, families, and communities\u2014creating safe spaces where wellbeing, dignity, and hope can grow. Whether you have a few hours a week or can commit longer-term, your time and skills make a real difference on the ground.<\/p>\n<h3 dir=\"auto\">Areas Where Volunteers Can Contribute<\/h3>\n<p dir=\"auto\">Our current programmes offer these opportunities (some are still expanding):<\/p>\n<ul dir=\"auto\">\n<li><strong>Mental &amp; Emotional Wellbeing<\/strong> \u2014 Support confidential counselling sessions, facilitate or assist with peer support circles, or help organise community talks on trauma, stress, and emotional strength.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Child Protection<\/strong> \u2014 Work with schools, families, and local leaders to help identify children at risk, support prevention of abuse and neglect, and assist with care and follow-up.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Family Strengthening<\/strong> \u2014 Assist with practical parenting workshops, marriage\/caregiver support sessions, or household coaching that helps families stay together and thrive.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Youth Empowerment<\/strong> (coming soon) \u2014 Mentor young people, support life-skills training, or help with livelihoods pathways.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Community Resilience<\/strong> \u2014 Join community-led initiatives that build local capacity, dignity, and long-term resilience.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p dir=\"auto\">Other ways to help include administrative support, event organisation, awareness-raising, content creation, fundraising assistance, or skills-based volunteering (e.g., counselling, social work, education, communications).<\/p>\n<h3 dir=\"auto\">Who We\u2019re Looking For<\/h3>\n<ul dir=\"auto\">\n<li>People passionate about mental health, child protection, family support, and community development in Uganda.<\/li>\n<li>Local volunteers (preferred for ongoing work) as well as international supporters who can offer short- or longer-term help.<\/li>\n<li>Skills in counselling, facilitation, teaching, mentoring, community mobilisation, administration, communications, or fundraising are especially welcome\u2014but enthusiasm and reliability matter most.<\/li>\n<li>Commitment to confidentiality, cultural sensitivity, and working respectfully with vulnerable people.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 dir=\"auto\">How to Get Involved<\/h3>\n<ol dir=\"auto\">\n<li>Email us at <strong><a href=\"mailto:hello@sheilatwallafoundation.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">info@sheilatwallafoundation.org<\/a><\/strong> with a short introduction about yourself, your availability, relevant experience\/skills, and which programme areas interest you.<\/li>\n<li>Or call +256 782 032 430\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>We\u2019ll respond to discuss current needs, next steps, and any orientation or safeguarding requirements.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p dir=\"auto\">Even small contributions of time help fund and deliver counselling, protection, and family support services that create lasting safe spaces.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"auto\"><strong>Join us in building a Uganda where every person feels safe, valued, and 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