The IRC in Atlanta—in partnership with community members like you—is committed to ensuring refugees and humanitarian parolees from Afghanistan and other crisis zones around the world integrate and thrive in their new communities here in Georgia. Please help us welcome our Afghan allies and newest neighbors by helping to transport and accompany newly arrived clients to specialty medical appointments as they rebuild their lives. Email us at VolunteerATL [at] rescue.org to find out how to get involved!
Responsibilities:
Must have availability during the week between 8 am and 6pm to come to pick up the client and transport them to and from their medical appointment.
Must be flexible and comfortable with short notice (at least 24 hours before) scheduling.
Requirements:
Email VolunteerATL [at] rescue.org to complete the Volunteer Interest Form and share your availabilities
Provide personal transportation to the areas in Duluth, Alpharetta and Atlanta accompanied by an IRC staff member
Interpretation services available if needed
Next Steps:
Contact us at VolunteerATL [at] rescue.org to get started!
Background check required
Proof of COVID vaccination required
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