To give talks and presentations about the work of Guide Dogs within a designated area, in line with the guidelines received at speaker training courses.
What does the role involve?
• Giving talks when requested to local organisations and groups within a 15 mile radius of your home
• Keeping up to date with Guide Dogs news and key messages
• Talks should be natural and enthusiastic, tailored to the audience and following guidelines on current key messages
• Passing any donations given for talks to the Mobility Team as per guidelines
• Attending cheque presentations when requested by the local Mobility Team
• Informing your Mobility Team Support Worker of any requests to do talks using the speaker cards supplied
• Encouraging local organisations and groups to volunteer or fundraise on behalf of Guide Dogs
What will I get out of it?
• Meet a variety of local groups and people
• Enjoy giving information about Guide Dogs’ aims which enable blind and partially-sighted people to enjoy the same freedom of movement as everyone else
The objects for which the Association is established are to promote the Health, Equality and Independence of Blind & partially sighted people by: 1) Promoting guide dogs for the Blind & partially sighted people. 2) Training & educating Blind & partially sighted people in the use of Guide Dogs. 3) The relief, prevention & cure of vision impairment. 4) Providing such services, facilities and activities for the benefit of Blind & partially sighted people as the Association from time to time deems fit.
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Opportunity takes place in term term and is flexible
Experience required: Good communication skills, Good interpersonal skills, Able to give clear information that will be remembered, Able to adapt presentation to your audience
Travel details: Location: At local groups, this may include community groups, schools or businesses
Minimum age: 18
Expenses paid: Yes
Expenses details: Travel costs as agreed with manager in advance.
Taster details: Not available
Training details: Speaker training via group session and line management support from the community fundraiser
Support:
Named Contact For Volunteer