Volunteering opportunities in Brixton

[tshax]

Afternoon all. My irregular employment gives me a lot of free time which I would like to use to get to know Brixton better, learn something, offer something, perhaps open up new opportunities who knows.

Would anyone know of/have any such opportunities? I suppose that something in an education or learning capacity would suit best, but I'm happy to consider all ideas. Ta

 

[boohoo]

We always need help!! We are brixton based!

http://londonmuralpreservationsociety.com/

 

[Rushy]

There are mentoring opportunities with Chance UK (chanceuk.com)

And also with the Baytree centre http://www.gumtree.com/p/jobs/adult-mentor-volunteers-needed/75990576 (although they only appear to be looking for women).

 

[tshax]

Rushy - thanks a lot for that, I've worked with kids before as a teacher and mentoring would be great. I'll sign up asap.

boohoo - I've taken a look at that site - are you just referring to the Brixton mural? What does the work involve? I'm happy to come down for a chat whenever if you prefer.

Thanks to both.

 

[mincepie]

Try http://www.do-it.org.uk/

 

[Laughing Toad]

And don't overlook the obvious:

Lambeth Voluntary Action Council
35 Brixton Station Road, London, SW9 8PB
Telephone: 020 7737 1419

www.lambethvac.org.uk

 

[Winot]

As the coronavirus hits, there are going to be vulnerable people that need help. Does anyone know of any organisations that are coordinating this or that need volunteers?

 

[Rushy]

As the coronavirus hits, there are going to be vulnerable people that need help. Does anyone know of any organisations that are coordinating this or that need volunteers?

I noticed that Vida Walsh have a banner outside asking for volunteers although I don't think it is specifically coronavirus related. (Saltoun Road).

 

[cuppa tee]

As the coronavirus hits, there are going to be vulnerable people that need help. Does anyone know of any organisations that are coordinating this or that need volunteers?

This Link may be of use..... COVID-19 UK Mutual Aid groups: a list
facebook link for Lambeth... https://www.facebook.com/groups/214918153220011/

 

[sparkybird]

I think the food banks are asking for help

 

[DietCokeGirl]

The foodbank warehouse in Streatham needs volunteers.

 

[Gramsci]

I think the food banks are asking for help

On radio 4 this morning someone from a Foodbank was saying donations have dropped.

Foodbanks expect increase in need as people in precarious low paid jobs lose work. Half the working poor are in employment. So its a lot.

So asking people to put something in the donation boxes in supermarkets.

 

[Winot]

Yes this is going to be a tough time for many. Gave an online donation to food banks yesterday.