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| APPLY NOW |
Thanks for your interest in becoming a SADAG Volunteer Telephone Counsellor.
Our next training will take place in September/October 2025
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| OTHER VOLUNTEER OPTIONS |
- Start a Support Group
- School Outreach
- Counselling Containers (Diepsloot and Ivory Park)
- Share your lived experience
- Join our youth advisory board
If you have any further queries, please contact Lebohang on This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call 011 234 4837
| THE BENEFITS OF VOLUNTEERING AT SADAG |
Being a SADAG Volunteer Counsellor offers heaps of benefits, both personal and professional, including:
- Making a Difference: You provide vital Mental Health support, helping people through difficult times and making a positive impact in their lives.
- Gaining Practical Experience: Hands-on exposure to Mental Health Care improves your counselling skills and deepens your understanding of various psychological conditions.
- Training and Development: SADAG offers structured training, ensuring you are equipped with evidence-based tools, role-playing exercises, and hands-on training opportunities.
- Enhancing Empathy and Communication: Volunteering hones active listening, empathy, and problem-solving skills, which are invaluable in personal and professional settings.
- Networking Opportunities: You connect with like-minded people, Mental Health experts, and a supportive community.
- Building Confidence: Guiding individuals and seeing their progress reinforces your confidence in your ability to help others effectively.
- Personal Fulfilment: Contributing to such a meaningful cause brings a sense of purpose and satisfaction.
- Career Growth: Volunteering at SADAG can strengthen your CV, particularly for careers in psychology, social work, or health care, showcasing your commitment and hands-on experience.
- Mental Health Awareness: You gain deeper insight into Mental Health challenges, which helps reduce stigma and equips you to handle sensitive situations better.
By volunteering, you not only empower others but also grow as an individual, professionally and personally.
