School speakers

Young people of today are the decision makers of tomorrow: they are the ones who can truly change the world for the better. You can help make that happen by becoming a volunteer School Speaker. By giving talks and workshops at primary and secondary schools to encourage global learning you can inspire the next generation to take action.

Your role as a School Speaker

We provide opportunities for primary and secondary schools to develop international links and to encourage understanding and respect for the global community.

As a volunteer school speaker you will

• visit schools to represent us
• speak about our work in class or school assemblies
• encourage and support school fundraising initiatives
• deliver workshops on issues that relate to the countries we work in
• react to incoming requests for speakers as well as pro-actively arrange your own speaking opportunities
  

SOS Children will provide you with ongoing support and resources.

 Ideally you will have:

• experience and confidence to speak to groups and give presentations to large audiences
• enthusiasm for the work of SOS Children
• passion for protecting the rights of children
• excellent communication and organisational skills
• experience of working with young people in some capacity.
  

How to join our team of school speakers

Contact lottie@soschildren.org to request a Volunteer Speaker application form. Following your application you will receive a phone call from the volunteer coordinator to discuss getting started and resources you will need to excel in the role.