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Assistants / Helpers in Prisons

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You can help reduce re-offending and make a real difference to people's lives as part of our team of volunteers presenting a programme of simple practical philosophy to small groups of 'students' in Christchurch prisons, starting end February 2025.

Our aim is to enable our prisoner students to make better decisions and wiser choices, so that they can make lasting changes to their lives - for everyone's benefit. Freedom Philosophy volunteers have successfully introduced these courses to other NZ prisons, with excellent feedback from prisoners, volunteers and Corrections staff.
Apply now to find out more!

Requirements:

You don't need to have some experience of philosophy or assisting with facilitation of groups, but if you do have some experience that's a great start!
What is needed are volunteers with an open-mind and kind attitude. We can provide training and you will be able to work alongside more experienced volunteers to learn as you go.
If you are on your own self-development journey, flexible, and have a calm, mature outlook on life, we'd love to hear from you.
Check out our website - www.freedomphilosophy.co.nz

A Ministry of Justice background check is required for this role.

Time commitment:

Our volunteers operate as part of a team and generally need to be available for about 2 hours per week, for 6-7 weeks.
Ideally you might even be availability for more than one course of 6-7 weeks during the year.
Each of our 6 courses run for 6 weeks, with 1 session per week, lasting about 75 minutes, morning or afternoons.
We try to be flexible to suit volunteers circumstances, so please get in touch if you might just be able to help.

Getting started:
The first step is to express your interest by filling out the form below. We will then put you in touch directly with the organisation for more information on the role and how to proceed.

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