GET INVOLVED
Be part of the support.
Your time can help strengthen survivor support throughout our community.
One of the most meaningful ways to get involved with the Sexual Assault Assistance Program is by becoming a trained volunteer.
MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Your time can help someone feel less alone.
Volunteers become part of a program committed to confidential, compassionate, survivor-centered support.
VOLUNTEER WITH SAAP
Show up when support matters.
SAAP volunteers receive specialized training and become part of a team dedicated to supporting survivors throughout Martin, St. Lucie, Indian River, and Okeechobee Counties.
Support
Be part of a program that helps survivors access compassionate, confidential support.
Learn
Receive specialized training related to sexual violence, advocacy, and survivor support.
Connect
Become connected with advocates, staff, resources, and community partners.
Commit
Make a meaningful, long-term commitment to supporting the work of SAAP.
VOLUNTEER REQUIREMENTS
What does becoming a SAAP volunteer involve?
Supporting survivors is meaningful work, and preparation matters. Volunteers complete specialized training and commit to the standards, confidentiality, reliability, and expectations of the program.
Our volunteer program requires extensive training, continued education, dependable availability, and a minimum two-year commitment.
Complete 40+ Hours of Training
Attend more than 40 hours of required training, including the required Florida Council Against Sexual Violence Advocacy Core Training.
Attend Meetings + Continuing Education
Attend quarterly staff meetings and participate in continuing education.
Follow SAAP Policies + Procedures
Volunteers are required to follow all policies and procedures of the Sexual Assault Assistance Program.
Protect Confidentiality
All volunteers must sign and follow a confidentiality pledge.
Minimum 16 Hours Per Month
Volunteers must commit to a minimum of 16 hours of volunteer service each month.
Two-Year Commitment
Volunteers are expected to make a minimum two-year commitment to the program.
Reliable Transportation
Volunteers must have reliable transportation to meet the responsibilities and scheduling needs of the program.
Level 2 Background Check
Volunteers are required to complete and successfully pass a Level 2 background screening.
WHY THE COMMITMENT MATTERS
Preparation, trust, and consistency matter.
The training and commitment required of SAAP volunteers help ensure that those representing our program are prepared to respond with compassion, confidentiality, and an understanding of survivor-centered advocacy.
INTERESTED IN VOLUNTEERING?
Start with a conversation.
If volunteering with SAAP sounds like the right fit for you, reach out to learn more about the program, requirements, and upcoming opportunities.
Reach Out
Contact SAAP and let our team know you are interested in volunteering.
Learn the Requirements
Talk with our team about training, availability, screening, transportation, and expectations.
Complete Preparation
Complete required training, screening, and other program requirements before beginning volunteer service.
READY TO LEARN MORE?
Let’s talk about volunteering.
If you are interested in working with us or would like more information, contact the Sexual Assault Assistance Program.
VOLUNTEER INFORMATION
Connect with SAAP.
Send us an email or contact our 24/7 Helpline to learn more about the volunteer program.
Email About Volunteering 1-866-828-7273OTHER WAYS TO CONNECT
Not ready for the volunteer commitment?
There are still ways to connect with SAAP, learn about our work, and help more people know that support is available.
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Invite SAAP to a community event, resource fair, campus activity, or outreach opportunity.
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Learn how community professionals work together to strengthen coordinated sexual assault response.
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However you connect, help starts with knowing support is here.
Confidential support is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.