DAIS volunteers provide crucial, life-saving services to domestic violence survivors and their families. Your time and compassion will go a long way in providing support to those impacted by domestic violence in Dane County.
Our application process is open! We are currently accepting applications for our September 2024 training.
Please read about our volunteer opportunities below and complete our application if you are interested in joining our next group of volunteers.
New Advocate Training September 2024
Some volunteer roles work directly with victims in crisis and their children. These positions require a 26-hour New Advocate Training, in addition to program-specific training and observations
*In-person sessions will be held at DAIS – 2102 Fordem Ave., Madison, WI
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September 14th (Sat) | 9:00am – 5:00pm | *IN PERSON*
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September 17th (T) | 6:00pm – 9:00pm *Virtual*
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September 18th (W) | 6:00pm – 9:00pm *Virtual*
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September 19th (Th) | 6:00pm – 9:00pm *IN PERSON*
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September 24th (T) | 6:00pm – 9:00pm *Virtual*
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September 25th (W) | 6:00pm – 9:00pm *Virtual*
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September 26th (Th) | wrap-up | 6:00pm – 9:00pm *IN PERSON*
Program-specific training schedules will be set by the supervisors for each program and will take place after the general sessions are completed.
All DAIS volunteers are required to undergo a background check, complete confidentiality forms & follow our Covid-19 policy for the safety of the DAIS facilities and the protection of those we serve.