Learn about domestic violence in lesbian, bisexual women's and transgender communities.
Develop a wide range of skills.
Be a part of a friendly and supportive environment.
Give back to your community while making an impact.
Types of opportunities:

• Safe Home Provider- volunteer provide a few nights stay to allow LBT folks breathing space, time, and a safe place to develop the best plan for where to go next.
• Hotline- volunteer provides emotional support, information, and safety planning for lesbians, bisexual women, and transgender folks who are being abused or have been abused by a partner. We also offer information and support to friends, family, or co-workers on the issue of domestic violence in lesbian, bisexual women's, and transgender communities.
• Advocate- volunteer provide short-term counseling, court accompainment, information, and referrals for legal/criminal justice services.
• Outreach and Education- volunteer provides education and information about LBT partner abuse and The Network/La Red's services through a variety of ways.
• Internships- An internship at The Network/La Red can compliment and enhance a college degree program. Not only does an intern gain experience working on a project, but also gain the knowledge of working in a small non-profit. All internships are unpaid.

The Network/La Red provides initial 40 hour training. Volunteer meeting is once a month for supervision and in-service training. All volunteers of The Network/La Red participate in our free training program. Aside from discussing the dynamics of LGBT partner abuse, the training covers issues such as oppression, crisis intervention, counseling skills, and legal issues.

"A little rain doesn't stop our volunteers!"
Grand Parade Marshall - Boston Pride 2006

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