| Organization Details |
| Organization Name: |
Humanitarian Solidarity for Development and Empowerment Canada |
| Address: |
112 Market Avenue, suit 310
Winnipeg, MB MB R3B 0P4 |
| Website: |
https://hsde.ca/ |
| Organizational Description: |
HSDE Canada (Humanitarian Solidarity for Development and Empowerment Canada) is a registered non-profit charity organization recognized by the Canada Revenue Agency. We are dedicated to advancing education, promoting mental health, protecting the environment, and alleviating poverty. Guided by values of equity, dignity, professionalism, and transparency, we deliver high-impact, culturally relevant programs both locally and internationally. HSDE Canada empowers vulnerable populations-especially women, youth, refugees, and displaced communities-through capacity-building, advocacy, and direct support. By partnering with grassroots organizations and international NGOs, we ensure sustainable, community-led solutions. As a charitable entity, all funding is reinvested into our programs to build resilience, restore hope, and help people live with dignity and purpose. We are committed to creating lasting, transformative change. |
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| Volunteer Opportunity Details |
| Volunteer Opportunity ID: |
5510 |
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| Description of Duties: |
- Facilitate and support wellness, educational, recreational, and community engagement activities for seniors participating in the Safe Futures Senior Empowerment & Wellness Hub
- Assist in organizing workshops on digital literacy, wellness, elder rights, fraud prevention, financial literacy, and community resources
- Support seniors during group activities, cultural outings, social gatherings, and educational sessions
- Encourage social inclusion, participation, independence, and positive community connections among seniors
- Provide respectful, compassionate, and culturally responsive support to participants from diverse backgrounds
- Assist seniors with basic technology use, including phones, tablets, laptops, email, and video communication platforms
- Support one-on-one navigation and referral services by connecting seniors to community programs and available resources
- Help prepare activity materials, attendance records, outreach materials, and program documentation
- Collaborate with staff, volunteers, caregivers, and community partners to support successful program delivery
- Assist with outreach, participant engagement, and promotion of senior wellness activities within the community
- Help maintain a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment during all activities and events
- Participate in meetings, training sessions, and special community events as required
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| Skills Required: |
- Interest in working with seniors and supporting community wellness initiatives
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Patience, empathy, and ability to work respectfully with diverse populations
- Basic organizational and teamwork skills
- Ability to facilitate group activities and encourage participation
- Basic digital literacy and willingness to assist seniors with technology use
- Reliability, professionalism, and positive attitude
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and respectful communication
- Experience in community services, senior support, education, or outreach is an asset
- Bilingualism (English/French or additional community languages) is considered an asset
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| Skills Gained/Related Careers: |
- Senior support and community engagement experience
- Facilitation and public communication skills
- Leadership and teamwork experience
- Program coordination and event support skills
- Cross-cultural communication and inclusive engagement practices
- Digital literacy facilitation experience
- Community outreach and client support skills
- Problem-solving and conflict-resolution abilities
- Administrative and organizational skills
- Experience working in nonprofit and community-based settings
- Trauma-informed and client-centered support practices
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| Age: |
18-30, 31-54, 55+ |
| Time Commitment: |
Daytime
- Volunteer position with flexible scheduling based on program activities and participant needs
- Expected commitment of approximately 4-12 hours per week depending on availability and assigned responsibilities
- Availability for daytime, evenings, or occasional weekends may be required for workshops, wellness activities, cultural outings, outreach events, and community gatherings
- Participation in orientation, training sessions, team meetings, and program activities as scheduled
- Volunteers are encouraged to maintain consistent attendance, professionalism, and active engagement to support meaningful and positive experiences for seniors at HSDE Canada
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| Location of volunteer opportunity: |
Winnipeg
- Downtown |
| Does opportunity require a criminal record check? |
No |
| Does opportunity require a child abuse registry check? |
No |
| Opportunity is available to candidates that: |
General Populace |
| Organization will provide: |
A letter of reference
Bus tickets
Certificate of recognition
Supervision
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| How to Apply: |
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| Closing Date: |
Jul 31, 2026 |
