Do you have an interest in farming and the agricultural community or work with and support farmers in your workplace?
If you do, would you like to Volunteer for us at The DPJ Foundation and be a DPJ presence in your area as a Regional Champion and join us in our mission to raise awareness of Mental Health in the Agricultural Community and how to get support?
Activities may include:
- Attending events as a DPJ ambassador – this could be in the form of a large event such as a show where the champion would be involved in setting up a stand and running a stand. Talking to people about what The DPJ Foundation is and what it offers
- Speaking at events or to clubs and groups – we get invited to many different events as speakers to talk about DPJ, some champions are confident in talking to small and sometimes larger groups about the foundation, where it started and what we do. All volunteers are provided with a USB with all presentations and information they should need. We have now started doing this on Zoom
- Spreading awareness – through social media and through links in their community our regional champions look for opportunities where posters and stickers can be put up to spread awareness. As they know their area best, they look for opportunities for where DPJ can be part of events, businesses etc. We have some Regional Champions who have visited tractor dealerships or markets to ask them to put up stickers or posters. Others have gone to local pubs and rugby clubs. Some of our volunteers have written articles for the local paper, blogged or vlogged or appeared on TV or radio to speak about the DPJ and why they volunteer
- Helping to drive the foundation forward – our regional champions are integral to how the foundation grows. We are always up for new ideas and suggestions for what may work, and our regional champions help with this
- Donation collection – we often get asked to pick up cheques and be presented with donations. Our regional champions are the local representatives who go along and will receive cheques on DPJ’s behalf and build those connections
If you have an affinity with our mission, have an empathetic nature and a good listener, then we would love to hear from you.
Email Fiona at [email protected], outlining why you would like to be a Regional Champion Volunteer, or call for a chat on 07961288047 to find out more.
Alternatively check out our volunteering opportunities and apply online via our website, www.thedpjfoundation.co.uk