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• Organisation ADHARA L’organisme ADHARA, anciennement Continuité famille auprès des détenues (CFAD), accompagne depuis 40 ans des femmes judiciarisées et les personnes issues de la diversité sexuelle et de genre ainsi que leurs enfants dans une perspective de justice sociale, de non-jugement et de réinsertion. À travers nos services psychosociaux et communautaires, nous soutenons des familles souvent marquées par la détention, l’instabilité résidentielle, la pauvreté, la stigmatisation, les ruptures parentales ou l’ ADHARA, formerly Continuité famille auprès des détenues (CFAD), has been supporting justice-involved women and people from sexually and gender diverse communities, as well as their children, for the past 40 years, from a perspective rooted in social justice, non-judgment, and reintegration. Through our psychosocial and community services, we assist families often affected by incarceration, housing instability, poverty, stigma, parental separation, or involvement with youth protection services.

Support for activities – Day Center

Offer number: 02001

Valid until: 29-10-2026

• Organisation ADHARA L’organisme ADHARA, anciennement Continuité famille auprès des détenues (CFAD), accompagne depuis 40 ans des femmes judiciarisées et les personnes issues de la diversité sexuelle et de genre ainsi que leurs enfants dans une perspective de justice sociale, de non-jugement et de réinsertion. À travers nos services psychosociaux et communautaires, nous soutenons des familles souvent marquées par la détention, l’instabilité résidentielle, la pauvreté, la stigmatisation, les ruptures parentales ou l’ ADHARA, formerly Continuité famille auprès des détenues (CFAD), has been supporting justice-involved women and people from sexually and gender diverse communities, as well as their children, for the past 40 years, from a perspective rooted in social justice, non-judgment, and reintegration. Through our psychosocial and community services, we assist families often affected by incarceration, housing instability, poverty, stigma, parental separation, or involvement with youth protection services.

Activity sector(s)

• Indigenous Peoples
• Employability and Social Integration
• Families
• Women
• Social Justice and Human Rights Advocacy
• LGBTQ+
• Other

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Type(s) of activity Administrative Tasks and/or Reception Activity Facilitation Fundraising and Philanthropy Health and Psychosocial Services

District Le Plateau-Mont-Royal

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Context of the mandate

About ADHARA

ADHARA, formerly Continuité famille auprès des détenues (CFAD), has been supporting criminalized women and people from sexual and gender diversity communities, as well as their children, for over 40 years, guided by principles of social justice, non-judgment, and reintegration.

Through its psychosocial and community services, ADHARA assists families often affected by incarceration, housing instability, poverty, stigma, parental separation, or involvement with youth protection services.

Volunteer Role Summary

The Activity Support Volunteer contributes, on an occasional basis, to the life of the day center, mainly on Saturdays.

Under the supervision of the Coordinator, the volunteer supports the team in preparing and facilitating activities offered to women and children, while fostering a safe, respectful, and caring environment.

Tasks

More specifically, the volunteer may:

• Support the team with preparation, setup, and storage of materials;

• Help facilitate workshops (cooking, creative activities, thematic discussions, parent-child activities, etc.);

• Welcome participants and help create an inclusive, non-judgmental space;

• Provide support to children during activities;

• Help ensure safety guidelines are respected and maintain a positive group atmosphere;

• Collaborate with the team in a spirit of respect and solidarity.

Desired qualifications

ADHARA is seeking someone with training and/or experience in support or service roles within an organization working with highly vulnerable populations. Fluency in French is required, and English is a plus; ideally, the volunteer will have a valid driver’s license in Quebec. 

The diversity of tasks requires a variety of skills, so we are not looking for a specific skill set; the volunteer assignment will be tailored to the volunteer’s skills and aligned with our organization’s needs. 

We work with women who are involved with the criminal justice system or at risk of becoming so, as well as with their children. We ask everyone who works with us to commit to our feminist and intersectional approach in all aspects of our work—whether in the way we interact with colleagues or through our interactions with the people who use our services. 

Expected level of involvement

8 hours per month, usually between 5:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. if the activity takes place during the week, or on Saturday mornings or afternoons, depending on the day center's schedule. 

Perks we offer

• Reference letter (upon request)
• Meal or snack
• Reimbursement of public transit expenses
• Reimbursement of gas / mileage expenses

Spoken Language(s) Bilingual FR-EN accepted

Specific Criteria Available only evenings and/or weekends

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Profiles of volunteers accepted:

• Individual

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Availability(s) sought by the organization

	Before noon Afternoon Evening
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Saturday	Morning Afternoon
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