Volunteer Opportunity: Drop-In Centre Support — Vancouver Women’s Health Collective (VWHC)

The Vancouver Women’s Health Collective (VWHC) is a volunteer-run non-profit located in Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside. Since 1974, we have provided minimal-barrier, trauma-informed, community-driven health and wellness support to self-identifying women, gender-diverse, and Two-Spirit community members.

We are currently seeking compassionate, reliable volunteers to support our Drop-In Resource Centre, open Wednesday–Friday from 1:00–4:30 PM.

What You’ll Do

• Welcome and support community members accessing our space

• Help distribute food, clothing, hygiene items, and menstrual products

• Assist with the Community Fridge and Clothing Room

• Offer peer support in a trauma-informed, anti-oppressive way

• Help maintain a welcoming, safe, inclusive environment

Who We’re Looking For

• People who value gender inclusion, LGBTQ2SIA+ equity, cultural safety, and trauma-informed care

• Warm, reliable individuals who can commit to one 4.5-hour shift per week, ideally for 6 month minimum 

• Volunteers comfortable working in a vibrant, diverse DTES community

Additional Opportunities

Volunteers can also join committees such as:

• Media & Communications

• Fundraising

• Volunteer Recruitment

• People & Culture

• Events & Community Care

Why Volunteer With Us?

• Make a meaningful impact on community health and well-being

• Build experience in advocacy, community care, and health promotion

• Join a supportive team committed to equity and empowerment

• Contribute to a long-standing feminist organization (est. 1974)

📩 To apply: Email your resume to

🌐 More info: womenshealthcollective.ca

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