Ever wish you could put a "HELP WANTED" sign outside your literacy program and find someone in your community who could come in and do some of the things you really don't have time for...so you could concentrate on your learners???? Well, Literacy Partners of Manitoba is working on a project to come to your rescue!

It's called the "Volunteen" project and it involves two parts:

1) Researching the latest information on recruiting, screening, interviewing and supporting youth volunteers;

2) Developing a comprehensive plan to help get Manitoba teenagers involved in our literacy programs, wherever they live.

One of our first steps is to identify the types of non-tutoring "jobs" LPM members would like help with, so that we can develop job descriptions for them, and interview questions and notes for you.

These opportunities can range from entry-level positions such as a answering calls regarding enrollment or helping to distribute posters, to higher-level or once-a-year positions such as writing proposals, organizing special events, or doing research on the internet

Take a few moments to think about the tasks you'd feel comfortable or grateful delegating to a high school student in your community --someone who'd be willing to help you for the experience they would gain, opportunity to practice their skills. Please use the back of this sheet to list your ideas.

It's a proven fact: hundreds of Manitoba teens are looking for opportunities to make positive contributions to their communities. By getting them involved in our work now, we can ensure a bright futurer for literacy in the future. Thank you!

Volunteen Project Coordinator Susanne Magyar-Chapiel smagyar@mb.sympatico.ca (204) 334-8700