• the opportunity to help others in a time of great need
• to actively serve your community and be directly responsible for making it safer
• to learn about yourself and to develop new skills
• to meet other people who share your concerns about sexual violence
• to experience the satisfaction that comes from reaching out to others

Someone who can provide emotional and practical support to victims of sexual violence. Responsibilities include talking to hotline callers, accompaniment to police or hospital if needed, and follow-up. Volunteers assist with hotline coverage primarily in the evening and on weekends. Hotline volunteers also staff information tables at community events and provide assistance with fundraising events.

Requirements: Applicants must complete an initial 20 hour training program provided by Rape Crisis, offered periodically, and pass a criminal background check. Continuing education and supervision are provided at  hotline volunteer meetings. (Related experience or training cannot be substituted for training program.) Minimum age for hotline counselors is 21 years of age. Internships are not available.

To Apply: Contact our Hotline Coordinator at 410-857-0900.

Someone who desires to be a member of our governing board. Members are nominated and elected by majority vote of the Board. Trustees are recruited based on their area of expertise, community service, leadership and desire to be involved.

Requirements: Each trustee serves a two-year term after election. A criminal background check is required, as well as an annual financial contribution of $150. The contribution may be a personal gift or sponsored by another agency or program.

To Apply: Contact the Executive Director at 410-857-0900.