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WE NEED YOU !! International Humanitarian Law ( In Person/ Virtual) High Dessert IMPACT NOW !!
ORGANIZATION: American Red Cross - San Bernardino HIGH DESERT County Chapter
Please visit the new page to apply.
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2 people are interested
IHL is an educational program to teach the rules of war. Watch this VIDEO to learn more. Through a hands-on approach, using group activities, class discussion and compelling multimedia, this course prepares participants to recognize key concepts in international humanitarian law, including: Even War has Rules, Born on the Battlefield, & Humanity in War.
Qualifications:
- Fully vaccinated for COVID-19 and submission of vaccine status and supporting documentation in Volunteer Connection if participating in in-person activities and/or performing work in a Red Cross facility.
- Have successfully completed the Basic Level Instructor course and been certified by the Director of NHQ IHL.
- A passion for IHL and an interest in learning more about this body of law.
- Excellent project management, facilitation, and communication skills.
- Must display flexibility, adaptability, initiative, and teamwork.
- Must possess the ability to present potentially sensitive and politicized issues in compliance with the American Red Cross's neutrality mandate.
- Must present some IHL content at least twice annually to maintain instructor certification.
Position: Present to organizations that work with international populations, community-based refugee/migrant groups, cultural centers, colleges, internal Red cross staff, etc.- virtual and in-person class setting.
- Collaborate in outreach efforts and scheduling of presentations.
- track & report attendance and responses by attendees within the IHL reporting system.
- serve as a IHL subject matter expert.
Time Commitment: Estimated 10 hours per month. Presentation days/times will vary, commonly on a weekday during business hours, some weekends. Due to the training requirements, we seek volunteers able to spend at least 1 year with us. A minimum of 6 months would be acceptable for some scenarios.
Training Requirements:
- Progress through 3 phases of training. 7-9 total training hours.
- Each phase provides a teach-back opportunity for mentor feedback and teaching courses to the public before advancing to the next level of instruction.
- complete training within first 3 months of volunteering.
"WE ARE LOOKING FOR LOCAL HEROES TO POSITIVELY IMPACT!"
Sign-up to volunteer today! Please email questions to Juana Zapata, the Sr. Volunteer Recruiter Specialist, at Juana.Zapata@redcross.org or (951) 205-6689.
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About American Red Cross - San Bernardino HIGH DESERT County Chapter
Location:
10600 N. Trademark Parkway, Suite 406, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730, US
Mission Statement
The American Red Cross prevents and alleviates human suffering in the face of emergencies by mobilizing the power of volunteers and the generosity of donors.
Description
The American Red Cross, through its strong network of volunteers, donors and partners, is always there in times of need. We aspire to turn compassion into action so that...
...all people affected by disaster across the country and around the world receive care, shelter and hope;
...our communities are ready and prepared for disasters;
...everyone in our country has access to safe, lifesaving blood and blood products;
...all members of our armed services and their families find support and comfort whenever needed; and
...in an emergency, there are always trained individuals nearby, ready to use their Red Cross skills to save lives.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
17199 Yuma St Suite 2Victorville, CA 92395
DATE POSTED
April 27, 2022
SKILLS
- General Education
- Mentoring
- Teaching / Instruction
- Adult Education
- Critical Thinking
- People Skills
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 21
- Orientation or Training
- Estimated 10 hours per month. Presentation days/times will vary, commonly on a weekday during business hours, some weekends. Due to the training requirements, we seek volunteers able to spend at least 1 year with us.
- Must be fully vaccinated no later than December 31, 2021, with required supporting documentation. Note that fully vaccinated means at least two weeks after the final dose of vaccine.