Name of community agency/organization:

The Ripple Effect Wellness Organization

Position title:

Health Mela Volunteer

Description of community agency/organization:

The Ripple Effect Wellness Organization (TREWO) is a registered Canadian charity dedicated to educating and empowering Canadians to lead healthy lives through proactive decision making. We recognize that the mosaic of Canada’s diversity requires customized care at the community level. As we celebrate our cultural medley, we also need to care about communities at risk for certain diseases: South Asians and Afro-Canadians for diabetes and high cholesterol and Caucasians for multiple sclerosis etc. Our mission is to create healthy communities by educating Canadians on how to prevent and address health issues.

What you will do:

Assist in the set up of the venue Assit team leads during the event to coordinate the program of events Work with other members of your groups at allocated booths Assist attendees at entrance and exit with event information Attend health information sessions, seminars and booths Assist in TREWO youth program development Welcome booth and ticket booth Greeters Parking Assistants

Skills required:

High School Student Organization skills Team building skills Leadership skills Able to work teams of various sizes Punctual Dedicated Highly motivated individual

Skills you will learn:

TREWO's aim is to foster a pro active learning environment through education and interaction. Volunteers will learn about various health related issues and interact with members of different health organizations around the GTA. Volunteers will be able to attend future TREWO related events to futher their knowledge on health related topics. Volutneers will work with others of various ages, academic backgrounds and skill levels. Volunteers will gain valuable team building experiences and assist in the coordination of large scale community health events.

Length of time required:

Saturday, March 26, 2011 - 9:30am to 12:30pm or 12:30pm to 3:30pm

Location:

Pearson Convention Centre

Contact person:

Email: youth@trewo.org

How to get involved/How to apply:

Please refer: www.trewo.org Click on Volunteer tab Enter contact information in "Become a Volunteer" Section Under message section indicate "Health Mela Volunteer"

 

The Peel board has reviewed this volunteer posting to make sure it meets the criteria for the community involvement requirement. However, this posting is provided as a service to students--it is not intended to be an endorsement by the Peel District School Board of any specific organization or program.

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