Volunteer

Description

About Us
We are a volunteer group made up of university students, faculty, staff, and members of the wider Galway community. Together, we are committed to supporting education pathways and building a more inclusive environment for refugees and newcomers in Ireland.

Our Project
The Galway Community Sponsorship Group supports the arrival of two students from refugee backgrounds currently residing outside the European Union. Through a safe and legal pathway, we sponsor their resettlement in Ireland, focusing on education as a tool for integration and empowerment.

Our group collaborates to fundraise and provide practical, emotional, and community support to ensure these students feel welcomed and equipped to thrive in their new environment.

Our Mission
We aim to create sustainable, long-term solutions for refugees by enabling access to education, empowering students to seize opportunities, build self-reliance, and lead independent lives.

We coordinate with the UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency in Ireland, Nasc, the Migrant and Refugee Rights Centre, and the University of Galway.

Get Involved

We're looking for enthusiastic and committed individuals who want to make a difference! Whether you're interested in joining our committee, helping with fundraising, or contributing in another way, there’s a place for you in our group!

Is training provided?:Yes

Tasks that the volunteer(s) will be expected to undertake:

• Volunteer roles are flexible and based on your skills, interests, and available
• Assisting with fundraising events and campaigns
• Supporting communications (e.g., social media, newsletters, outreach)
• Helping with logistics for student arrival and integration
• Contributing to administrative or organisational tasks
• Participating in our committee

Benefits of Volunteering:

Why Volunteer With Us?

• Create Real Impact
  
• Your time and effort will directly support refugee students starting a new life in Galway. 
• Build Practical Skills
• Gain hands-on experience in fundraising, event planning, team coordination, communication, and intercultural engagement.
• Grow Your Network 
• Connect with university staff, students, professionals, and community leaders who care about social change.

Details of time commitment needed for role:
Time commitment is flexible and depends on your availability and the role you take on.

Minimum time commitment per week:
2 hours p/week

Additional screening required for this role::
Tell Us About You. When applying, please include: A short introduction about yourself. Why you’re interested in volunteering with the Galway Community Sponsorship Group. Any relevant skills, experience, or interests (e.g., fundraising, event planning, communications, admin, etc.)Your availability and how much time you’re able to commit.

Sustainable Development Goal:

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UNIVERSITY OF GALWAY