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Volunteer team: SNAP
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Activity Coordinator Eric Saddik
Title SNAP
Description SNAP (San Francisco Newcomer's Assistance Program) is a program for gay and bisexual men who've recently relocated to San Francisco and want to learn about local resources, meet new folks, and remain healthy. SNAP hosts events and workshops that aim to reduce the relatively high incidence of HIV transmission among male San Francisco newcomers. SNAP also builds community among long-time City residents.
Time Commitment
Committee Type Available to all active volunteers
Eligibility This Volunteer opportunity is available to 'Active Volunteers' only.
Volunteers Needed Open
Activity Location
Volunteer Requirements SNAP volunteers should be interested in creating community. Good communication skills, patience and the ability to work on a team are required. Familiarity with issues relating to gay & bi male newcomers is a plus.
Specific Duties Buddy Program
• Get paired up with an SF newcomer to be a buddy
• Get tickets to events to attend with your newcomer
• Time commitment is flexible
• All volunteers must attend a Buddy Volunteer Training (next one is in January '06)

Steering Committee
• Participate in group brainstorm and decision discussions regarding ideas for future activities
• Assist in determining direction for SNAP as it develops
• Meetings take place once a month

Program Facilitators & Docents
• Provide logistical support for day of event
• Assist in event set up and clean up
• Assist in volunteer coordination

Outreach Volunteer
• Outreach to potential program or event participants by posting flyers, Web postings, tabling and through word of mouth promotion
Training Requirements • Buddy Program: All applicants must attend a six-hour buddy training session. Those selected may be asked to participate in additional training.
• Steering Committee: Applicants may be asked to attend a brief one-on-one meeting with a SNAP staffer.
Facilitators, Docents & Outreach Volunteers: All must attend the Center's volunteer training. Those selected may be asked to participate in additional training.