I am a volunteer counsellor at women and health. It is a truly unique place to work. The truth is, Counselling and Psychotherapy are unaffordable for most people - particularly given the cost of living crisis when it is hard enough to afford food, shelter and basic care, for many the idea of accessing this kind of mental health support would be a fantasy. And yet, Women and Health allows women, many of whom are at the most vulnerable moments in their lives, to access this essential support, some completely for free, and others for a genuinely affordable rate.
The reason I love working at W+H is exactly this - I feel like I am providing support for those who would not otherwise be able to access it, the consequences of which in many cases would be devastating. The clients I meet and the work we do together is so valuable to me because it does not feel like a luxury for these women, it feels like a necessity. I feel so proud to be part of a service that makes this possible, and with such care and respect for the women who need this help the most. There is truly nowhere like it.
Volunteer Counsellor
Volunteering.
Volunteering with Women + Health is more than giving your time- it's about making a real difference in your community while gaining valuable skills, meeting inspiring people and being part of a meaningful cause. Take a look at our volunteer opportunities below.
Why Volunteer with Us?
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Gain Valuable Experience: Develop new skills or refine existing ones while working with a diverse client base.
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Be Part of a Community: Connect with like-minded individuals who share your passion for wellbeing.
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Training & Support: Receive guidance and participate in reflective practice sessions.
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Make an Impact: Help us empower people to improve their health and wellbeing.
Ready to Join Us?
To learn more about our vacancies see our open roles below or email connect@womenandhealth.org for more information.
You are welcome to get in touch for an informal chat before completing the application form. We can’t wait to welcome you to our team and make a difference together.
Centre Volunteers
Join our amazing team and help us with:
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Admin Support
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Gardening
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Maintenance
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Marketing & Leafletting
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Events & Fundraising
We ask for just 1–3 hours a week, with a minimum commitment of 6 weeks. Or, lend a hand during seasonal events throughout the year.
How To Apply
If you are interested please download and complete the application form below, then return back to connect@womenandhealth.org
Therapist Volunteers
Are you a newly qualified CAM practitioner eager to gain experience?
Volunteer with us for 3 hours a week delivering therapies to women in the Camden community and beyond.
What You’ll Need:
* Full qualification in your therapy
* Reliability, empathy and a friendly attitude
* Commitment for at least 8 weeks
* (Desirable) Knowledge of a community language
Commitment:
Minimum 8 weeks
Regular group reflective practice session (1.5hrs)
We offer you:
An opportunity to gain experience and develop your skills
Comprehensive training and support
An enjoyable and rewarding experience with the chance to make a difference!
How To Apply
If you are interested please download and complete the application form below, then return back to connect@womenandhealth.org
Become a Trustee
Are you passionate about making a lasting difference in the lives of women who have faced abuse, hardship or significant health challenges?
Women & Health is seeking dynamic and ambitious trustees to join our board and help shape the future of our vital work.
We are particularly interested in candidates living in Camden with proven experience in fundraising, PR or media and individuals who can bring fresh ideas, a strong, engaged network and a big vision to expand our reach and impact.
As a trustee, you will:
* Help drive our fundraising strategy including corporate partnerships, high-net-worth individuals and events.
* Collaborate with our Director and trustees to grow our supporter base.
* Attend a bi-monthly committee meeting (around 2.5hrs in length) and participate in additional planning sessions as needed.
This is an incredibly rewarding opportunity to contribute to a charity that provides life-changing counselling, wellbeing services and holistic treatments to women who need them most.
We are committed to diversity and encourage applications from individuals with lived experiences, including survivors of domestic or sexual violence, those who have used complementary therapies and people with disabilities or experience of counselling and mental health challenges.
Interested?
Email us at trustee@women-and-health.org.uk with your CV, or get in touch to learn more about the role.
Microvolunteering
Not everyone has time to volunteer regularly- and that’s okay. Small actions can still make a big difference.
Microvolunteering is about using small pockets of time, skills, or networks to support our work.
Examples include:
• Sharing our campaigns on social media
• Helping promote events in your networks
• Offering professional skills (e.g. design, marketing, translation, coaching, mentoring, photography, writing policies, pro-bono support)
• Connecting us with potential supporters or partners
• Supporting a short-term fundraising activity
Even a small action can help us reach more women who need support.
How To Apply
If you have some time to spare we would love to hear from you.
