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Bolton Destitution Project

"Seeking to provide a safe environment where Refugees and Asylum Seekers can find friendship, food and practical help."

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B's Story

In the Winter of 2015/2016, "B" was homeless and living on the street. Despite recently being granted leave to remain, he had failed to access the system.

We took him to the Jobcentre, then to Housing, then to a Hostel.

Thereafter encouraged him, watching his every step, ensuring he was able to stand on his own two feet.

We taught him how to bid for housing and he is now a model citizen, having obtained a job with a barber [ his trained occupation ]. He still calls in on us when he has a day off.

Please Help Bolton DP

We're looking for help! >>

English Teachers - the Destitution Project is looking for experienced English teachers who would like to volunteer to teach beginner or intermediate/advanced classes for our service users. Classes are up to 2 hours long and take place on Wednesdays at various times and we currently have 2 levels for women and 2 levels for men. Each volunteer teacher would work with one class, and likely be part of a small team of teachers (some of whom are not trained in teaching English). We also try to provide one-to-one instruction throughout the day for those service users with very little English knowledge.

Reception Volunteers - the Destitution Project is in need of volunteers to man our reception desks each Wednesday. This would require you to be present between 9.45am and 3.00pm. You will need to have good interpersonal and organisational skills, and like to meet and greet people but also comfortable ensuring that access to the Drop-In Centre and its services are well managed. You will likely work as part of a two-person team. Previous experience in this sort of task would be ideal, but not essential.
You must be 18 and over to apply.

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