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Black History Docent For Exhibit

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ORGANIZATION: VIBRANT HEALTH

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Date: February 14th, 2025 and February 15th, 2025 Location: Marietta, GA Volunteer Commitment: 6-8 hours Overview: We are seeking a passionate and knowledgeable volunteer to serve as a docent for a Black History event. As a docent, you will guide attendees through exhibits, sharing insights, historical context, and stories that highlight the rich culture, heritage of the pre-transatlantic african society. This is an opportunity to engage with the community, educate others, and celebrate a part of Black history that is often not highlighted in a meaningful and interactive way. Key Responsibilities:

  • ● Share information on Black culture, notable historical figures, and important events.
  • ● Answer questions and encourage conversation to enhance educational experience.
  • ● Participate in brief training session on the day prior to the event to learn about the specific exhibit details and key talking points.
  • ● Assist in setting up and breaking up exhibit materials if needed.
Ideal Candidate:
  • ● A passion for history and education, especially in the context of Black History and culture.
  • ● Excellent communication and public speaking skills.
  • ● Ability to engage a diverse audience and foster meaningful dialogue
  • ● Willingness to learn and share knowledge.
Training and Support:
  • ● Docent will receive a brief training on February 14th, 2024 to familiarize themselves with the exhibit on February 15th, 2024 and key talking points.
  • ● Ongoing support will be available during the event for any questions or guidance
Join us in making this event a memorable experience and contribute to celebrating Black History with the community.

2 Shifts

  • Fri Feb 14, 2025 - 02:00 PM to 04:00 PM EST - Spots available: 10+
    We can discuss times that work for you & which days
  • Fri Feb 14, 2025 - 04:00 PM to 06:00 PM EST - Spots available: 10+
    We can discuss which times work for you and which days
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About VIBRANT HEALTH

Location:

PO BOX 2341, WOODSTOCK, GA 30188, US

Mission Statement

To work to prevent life-threatening disease by educating the public on healthy lifestyle choices to maintain good health naturally. VHA promotes physical, emotional, spiritual and cognitive fitness & health.

Description

VHA has been bringing health & fitness presentations to churches, businesses and non-profit organizations since 2005. We have hosted city challenges in the Atlanta metro-area involving local residents, businesses & city employees in fun activities to bring about improvements in individual health outcomes with a holistic approach.
Currently we are building a presentation aimed at bringing a healing sense of belonging & connectedness to the African American community through a Black history presentation that goes back beyond the Transatlantic Slave Trade.

CAUSE AREAS

Arts & Culture
Community
Race & Ethnicity
Arts & Culture, Community, Race & Ethnicity

WHEN

Fri Feb 14, 2025 - Sun Mar 30, 2025
02:00 PM - 06:00 PM
This opportunity has 2 shifts

WHERE

11 Whitlock Avenue NorthwestMarietta, GA 30064

(33.9386,-84.6151)
 

SKILLS

  • History
  • People Skills
  • Public Speaking

GOOD FOR

  • Teens
  • People 55+

REQUIREMENTS

  • Driver's License Needed
  • Must be at least 19
  • Orientation or Training
  • 4-6 hours per week

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