Become a Volunteer Advocate
You can be a lifeline. Right from your own home.
Are you a compassionate listener? Comfortable talking on the phone? Passionate about helping others?
If so, we have a meaningful opportunity for you.
Family Violence Project is seeking volunteer advocates to support survivors of domestic abuse through our 24-hour helpline. From the comfort of your own home, you can make a real difference—providing safety, support, and a listening ear to those in crisis.
No experience? No problem. Volunteers receive free training through our Core Advocacy, Intervention, Response, and Ethics Training (CAIRET), where you’ll learn:
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How to support survivors of domestic violence with empathy and care
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How to build safety plans with callers
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What services and resources are available through FVP
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How to stay supported yourself—FVP staff are always a phone call away while you’re on shift
Volunteer Requirements
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Must be 18 years or older
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Must complete a volunteer interview and pass background checks
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The training is free, but a $25 donation is encouraged to help cover background check costs. If that’s not financially possible, don’t worry—no one will be turned away due to inability to donate.
Training Dates
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The next training is currently being scheduled!
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Reach out be put on a notification list for the next cycle!
Ready to Get Started?
To learn more or schedule your interview, contact:
Jaime Mooney
📧 jmooney@familyviolenceproject.org
📞 207-623-8637 x302
Join us. Be the voice of hope on the other end of the line.
Our Volunteers Say
"Helping a victim makes me feel good. I know there are many women who do not seek help and perhaps I will be the first person they talk to."
Terry Redlevske, Helpline Volunteer