GAINESVILLE, FL (352today.com) – The Alachua County Victim Services & Rape Crisis Center is seeking volunteers for its Community Ambassador Program, a public outreach initiative aimed at increasing awareness of interpersonal violence prevention and available support services in the community.
The program provides volunteers with 15 hours of training followed by a shadowing period and requires a six-month commitment. Applications are due May 18, with training scheduled to begin May 20.
Officials said Community Ambassadors play an active role in public health outreach by helping staff engage residents at community events, develop educational displays and assist with presentations focused on violence prevention and awareness…