Volunteer
Opportunities
in Montreal

• Ensemble pour le respect de la diversité S’inspirant de la philosophie des droits de la personne, notre organisme défend les valeurs universelles et inaliénables de liberté, d’égalité et de justice. Notre mission est d’agir avec les jeunes afin de promouvoir le respect des différences et engager le dialogue dans le but de bâtir un environnement sans discrimination ni intimidation. Chaque année, nous rejoignons près de 36 000 personnes dans les écoles et les cégeps à travers le Canada. Inspired by the philosophy of human rights, our organization defends the universal and inalienable values ​​of freedom, equality and justice. Our mission is to act hand in hand with youth to promote respect for differences and engage in dialogue to build an environment free of discrimination and intimidation. Each year, we reach nearly 30,000 people in French and English primary and secondary schools and colleges from public and private sectors throughout Canada.

Youth Volunteer – Empreintes Project (Diversity Awareness)

Offer number: 01237

• Ensemble pour le respect de la diversité S’inspirant de la philosophie des droits de la personne, notre organisme défend les valeurs universelles et inaliénables de liberté, d’égalité et de justice. Notre mission est d’agir avec les jeunes afin de promouvoir le respect des différences et engager le dialogue dans le but de bâtir un environnement sans discrimination ni intimidation. Chaque année, nous rejoignons près de 36 000 personnes dans les écoles et les cégeps à travers le Canada. Inspired by the philosophy of human rights, our organization defends the universal and inalienable values ​​of freedom, equality and justice. Our mission is to act hand in hand with youth to promote respect for differences and engage in dialogue to build an environment free of discrimination and intimidation. Each year, we reach nearly 30,000 people in French and English primary and secondary schools and colleges from public and private sectors throughout Canada.

Activity sector(s)

• Arts and Culture
• Indigenous Peoples
• Education and Teaching
• Women
• Disability
• Immigration and Cultural Communities
• Youth
• Social Justice and Human Rights Advocacy
• LGBTQ+
• Physical and Mental Health

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Type(s) of activity Activity facilitation Fundraising and Philanthropy Communications and Graphic design Teaching and Mentoring Photography and video Event support

District Remote volunteering Ahuntsic-Cartierville Côte-des-Neiges–Notre-Dame-de-Grâce Côte-St-Luc Lachine LaSalle Le Plateau-Mont-Royal Le Sud-Ouest Mercier–Hochelaga-Maisonneuve Montreal-Est Montreal-Nord Montreal-West Rosemont–La Petite-Patrie Saint-Laurent Verdun Ville-Marie Villeray–Saint-Michel–Parc-Extension Westmount

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Role Description:
The Empreintes project by ENSEMBLE pour le respect de la diversité invites youth aged 12 to 30 to get involved in concrete actions promoting diversity, inclusion, and living together.

Volunteer Tasks

• Participate in awareness activities (workshops, discussions, events)
• Collaborate with other youth to design and carry out projects
• Contribute to content creation (posters, videos, podcasts, campaigns)
• Get involved in organizing activities or events
• Share ideas and perspectives in a safe and inclusive environment

Skills Developed

• Communication and public speaking
• Creativity and initiative
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Leadership and civic engagement
• Critical thinking on social issues

Desired Profile

• No experience required
• Open-mindedness and respect for diversity
• Motivation to get involved and learn
• Active listening and empathy
• Curiosity about social issues
• Ability to actively participate in group activities
• Interest in creating or organizing projects
• Willingness to express ideas and contribute to discussions

Projects are designed by and for youth, allowing each person to get involved according to their interests (artistic, social, event-based, media-related, etc.).

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Spoken Language(s) French English Bilingual FR-EN

Specific Needs Accepts community service or compensatory work Accepts minors Accepts small groups (under 5 people) Accessible for people with limited mobility Available only evenings and weekends One-time or short-term commitment (2 months or less) French not required

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Profiles of volunteers accepted:

• Individual
• Families (2-5 people)
• Groups (5+ people)
• Mineurs 12 years old and over
• Minors 14 years old and over
• Minors 16 years old and over

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