Volunteer
The volunteers who offer their time and expertise to SAO come from all over the world and they each have their own story. What unites them is their wish to contribute to the protection of human rights of displaced women.
There are two ways to volunteer for us. You can support us remotely or you can offer your time at one of our Day Centres. If you have questions, contact us at info@sao-hellas.gr.
Volunteer with us!
Volunteer remotely
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Translations
From time to time, we need professional level translations of texts from English to Arabic, French and Farsi. If you know these languages, have experience in translation and want to volunteer for us, please fill out the form below.
Graphic design
Similarly, we need graphic design support for the creation of small print brochures or other materials. If you are a graphic designer, please complete the form below to add you to our pro bono contributors list.
Fundraising
Our Day Centres have regular needs in clothing and items for babies. If you wish to help with collecting items that our Centres need, find out more here. We have many ideas to help you with your initiative.
Volunteer in Athens
Childcare
At Amina Day Centre in Athens displaced women find professional psychosocial support and inclusion programmes.
We need support in looking after the children who visit Amina, so that their mothers can attend classes or one-to-one meetings with our professional staff.
Specifically, we need assistance with looking after children Monday to Friday, 10.00 to 13.00, with a potential two-hour extension once per week.
You won’t have to cover all the hours yourself. The number of hours you will volunteer will depend on your schedule too.
Requirements
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Female
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At least 23 years old
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Available part-time for at least 3 months. The number of the weekly volunteering hours will depend on your availability too.
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Experience and training in working with children and/or training in the humanitarian or social field or working with refugees or vulnerable people
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Knowledge of English or Greek is a must. Additional language skills in Arabic, Farsi or French is a plus
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A copy of clean criminal record
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If you live abroad you must be able to cover all your expenses for your trip to Greece and you are responsible for finding your accommodation.
Volunteer on Lesvos
Bashira Day Centre is situated in the city of Mytilene on Lesvos and offers professional psychosocial support to female asylum seekers or refugees.
Thank you for your interest to support us, but at the moment, volunteering positions on Lesvos are filled.
At SAO we follow Policies to ensure the safety, effectiveness and solidarity at work. Our volunteers follow those rules too. Read our Code of Conduct.
Entry visa requirements
Citizens of EU and Schengen member countries do not require an entry visa to visit or stay in Greece. All other applicants should contact the Greek Consulates to obtain the necessary visas and permits before making any travel arrangements.
More information is available on the website of the Greek Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Please note that those who enter Greece without the correct documents risk being detained on arrival and returned to their home country.
“During my time at the Amina Center, I was able to meet wonderful women and experience the warmth and solidarity of this place. Amina opens a horizon of possibilities and hope for everyone.”
Barbara, Switzerland, 2024 & 2025