VOLUNTEER WITH AMURT
Your compassion.
Put into practice.
Bring your time, skills, energy, and care to the service of people who need safety, understanding, and friendship.
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Care and connection for children affected by disaster.
SERVICE WITH UNDERSTANDING
A helping hand.
A thoughtful approach.
Thank you for dedicating your time, skills, energy, and enthusiasm to humanitarian service.
As a volunteer, you have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference for people who need urgent care, safety, understanding, and friendship.
These introductory resources offer an overview of the basic principles of emergency relief work so that your contribution can be effective. Each chapter includes practical guidance, with links to original sources for further learning.
Ask about getting involvedGENERAL PRINCIPLES ESSENTIAL TO HUMANITARIAN WORK
Begin with the basics.
Build the understanding.
Eight chapters to help you serve with greater care, confidence, and respect for the people around you.
Core Humanitarian Standards
Nine commitments to principled, accountable, high-quality humanitarian action.
Child Protection
Protecting the safety, dignity, and well-being of children affected by emergencies.
Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse
Ethical boundaries, reporting responsibilities, and the IASC core principles.
Protecting Displaced Populations from Trafficking
Recognizing exploitation and helping displaced people protect themselves.
Infant and Young Child Feeding in Emergencies
Understanding the special nutritional needs of infants and young children during crises.
Photography and Data Protection
Respectful photography, informed consent, and ethical reporting on children.
Psychological First Aid
Practical, compassionate support for people affected by distressing events.
Self-care and Resources
Recognizing stress and caring for your own health while serving others.
LOCAL PEOPLE. SHARED PURPOSE.
Care begins
with connection.
From medical camps in remote villages to welcoming spaces for children, service calls for practical skill and sensitivity to each person’s circumstances.
Read the resources, learn about AMURT’s principles, and connect with the team to discuss how your skills may fit the work.
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