Opportunités de bénévolat à Kingston

Being a virtual Museum, we need to maintain a significant presence on social media to promote our collections and exhibits. In the past two and a half years, our periodic posts have driven visits to the website from over 80 different countries. Those posts have also generated artifact donations, questions and comments.The Museum is seeking a volunteer to create/post to our existing platforms on a regular basis, in consultation with other Museum volunteers.

Join our H'art Studio program and work alongside artist participants with intellectual or developmental disabilities and community artist instructors to support inclusive arts workshops in visual arts, theatre, dance, music, storytelling and more. Volunteers will gain hands on experience and contribute to a supportive creative community.Volunteers are asked to commit about half a day per week for six months. This helps ensure a consistent and rewarding experience for everyone.Getting StartedTo join us as a volunteer, you’ll need to: Complete a short volunteer application you can find at www.hartcentre.ca/volunteer Arrange a brief visit and interview with our team Complete a standard Criminal Background Check (CPIC), which can be done online Take part in our introductory MixAbilities Inclusive Arts Training (the first four modules) We’ll guide you through each part of the process and are happy to answer any questions along the way.Volunteers: Assist community arts instructors during workshops Support and encourage artist-participants in activities Help set up and clean up workshop spaces Contribute to creating a welcoming, positive, inclusive environmentWhat Will You Gain: Introduction to inclusive arts through the first modules of our MixAbilities Inclusive Arts Training program. Volunteers who are artists or arts educators may continue with full training if they wish. Learn and develop skills in inclusive arts facilitation Gain experience in creative, inclusive environments Build confidence and leadership skills Be part of a supportive community of artists, families, and volunteers Enhance career and personal development opportunities Enjoy new experiences and meet a diverse range of people