Youth Volunteer - Healthy Relationships Ambassador

About the opportunity:

The Youth Volunteer - Healthy Relationships Ambassador will work to promote Leeway’s healthy relationships initiatives across the City of Norwich and surrounding areas. This role involves being a key advocate for healthy, respectful relationships, supporting the delivery of community outreach efforts and share vital information about healthy relationships, domestic abuse prevention, and emotional well-being.

Volunteers are an important and valued part of Leeway. We offer you: 

 •  An introduction to the charity and your team/project/role 

 •  Any training for your role, as stated in the role description 

 •  After three months of your help on a regular weekly basis, we can supply a reference 

 •  Support, feedback, appreciation and encouragement 

 •  To solve any problems as best we can 

 •  Free refreshments when you are in Leeway’s premises.

 •  Respect your dignity and treat you with kindness 

 •  Make use of your skills and talents and help you to develop new ones, if desired 

 •  Reimburse you towards your travel expenses (business insurance and car documents will need to be provided or receipts for (buses) public transport)

 •  Ensure volunteering opportunities best suit your needs and Leeway’s needs 

 •  Keep you up-to-date with information concerning your role and the charity 

 •  A safe volunteering environment including covering you with insurance whilst you are 

     volunteering 

 •  Equal opportunities and fairness 

 •  Protect your personal information, holding it confidentially. 

 What skills do I need?

Good organisational skills, friendly and flexible, Previous involvement in community outreach, event planning, or peer mentorship is beneficial but not required. A passion for promoting healthy relationships, gender equality, and emotional well-being. Experience in or willingness to learn about issues related to domestic abuse prevention, mental health, and relationship education.

What will I be doing?

Promote Leeway's Healthy Relationships:

Advocate for Leeway’s healthy relationships programs and resources in local communities. Serve as a positive role model for young people by demonstrating respect, communication, and healthy relationship practices.

Community Event Participation & Stand Support:

Attend and assist in organising community events, providing a visible presence for Leeway’s healthy relationships campaign. Help set up, run, and engage with the public at a “Healthy Relationships Stand,” distributing materials and answering questions about healthy relationships.

Conduct Awareness Sessions:

Deliver 15-minute awareness or mini training sessions to young people in community centres, schools, or other youth-focused spaces. Focus on topics such as communication, consent, boundaries, self-esteem, and the characteristics of healthy relationships.

Research & Local Outreach:

Research and gather information on local community areas including the City of Norwich, and the parishes of Costessey, Hellesdon, Catton, Sprowston, Thorpe-next-Norwich, and Corpusty to identify key locations and opportunities for outreach. Connect with local businesses, community spaces, and organisations (such as barbershops, beauty salons, churches, community halls, etc.) to distribute Leeway’s educational materials and posters.

Material Distribution:

Distribute leaflets, posters, and other educational materials to local areas, businesses, and amenities that attract young people or community members. Ensure materials are placed in visible, accessible locations that encourage people to learn more about healthy relationships and Leeway's Children and Young People Outreach services.

Online Referrals & Promotion:

Encourage individuals to visit Leeway’s Healthy Relationships website for further information, resources, and support. Provide information on how to get involved with Leeway or access professional support, both online and in person.

Support in Community Engagement:

Build relationships with local community organisations, schools, and youth groups to further promote healthy relationship messages. Help to engage and inspire young people to get involved in future campaigns, workshops, and events.

Practical Considerations: 

Time Commitment:

Flexibility to attend events and activities that may take place on weekends or during evenings.

Location: In and around Norfolk.

Support: We provide full support and guidance while you are volunteering.

Training: You will be given an induction to the charity, and training which includes Domestic Abuse Awareness, DASH Risk Assessment, Professional Boundaries & Confidentiality and Ambassador training.

DBS checks will be completed.