SMILE Volunteer Leadership Program

We are thrilled to launch the S.M.I.L.E Volunteer Leadership Program! Being a part of this program, you will embark on this journey with us to make the world a better place. In this 6-month program, you’ll learn the basics of volunteer management, step up your problem-solving skills, gain first-hand experience working professionally with non-profits, social enterprises, and so much more. You'll leave this program with a whole new array of leadership capabilities to better serve you, your community, and the world.

Why SMILE?

  • Share

    Our passion for sustainability

  • Motivate

    Participants to get involved in their community

  • Inspire

    Participants to live a zero-waste lifestyle

  • Lead

    Participants in developing their leadership skills

  • Educate

    Participants about the importance of giving back

Details

  • 6-month program with a mix of online readings, monthly in-person classes and volunteer experience
  • SMILE Volunteer Leadership Program certificate upon completion

  • Two cohorts starting Spring 2019
    • February cohort with monthly classes on Thursdays
    • March cohort with monthly classes on Wednesdays
    • In-person sessions are held at our office in the heart of Chinatown (268 Keefer St. Suite 312 Vancouver)

Graduation Requirements

  • Attend 1 class per month
  • Complete assignments prior to the next class
  • Attend 2-3 field trips
  • Volunteer at 1 event per month (rotating between GCR and other community partners)
  • Lead (co-lead) 1 event or sustainability social

The SMILE Difference

  • SMILE training is rooted in sustainability and a zero-waste lifestyle, while also exploring other areas of community involvement
  • 3 volunteer opportunities will be focused on recycling, the environment and sustainability initiatives
  • 3 volunteer opportunities will be chosen by the participants, based on their interests

Sign Up

Thank you for your interest, sign up to be on the waiting list for the 2020 cohorts of the SMILE Program and we'll keep you posted!