There are many ways you can become involved with ADWAS.

You may choose to volunteer your time by becoming an advocate, work in the office, or volunteer at an event.

• Staff the 24-hour crisis line
  
• Assist and empower victims through immediate crisis 
• Provide information and referrals
• Offer non-judgmental support
• Attend monthly meetings
• Commit at least one year

Requires 50 hours of domestic violence/sexual assault training at ADWAS, and attendance at monthly volunteer advocate meetings. Must be fluent in ASL and have access to a phone and car.

Interested in any of the volunteer positions?
Contact the Hotline Coordinator at (206) 726-0093 TTY.
Click here for the current training schedule.

Child Care Provider:
On-site child care for parents receiving ADWAS services (appointments with staff, parenting classes, support groups) or attending ADWAS events.

Office Volunteer:
Help with:

• Mailings
• Filing
• Word processing
• Photocopying
• Phones
• Works closely with the Office Manager and Program Assistant

A minimum of beginning ASL preferred.

General Volunteer:

• Assist at special events by selling tickets
• Folding flyers
• Helping with decorations
• A wide range of duties and activities

A minimum of beginning ASL preferred.