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Volunteer
Generosity comes in many forms. PHA Canada is grateful for the many people who choose to contribute to our mission by volunteering their time and unique skills.
Volunteer Opportunties
PHA Canada engages the assistance of a variety of experts in community support and education, healthcare, medicine, and research to effectively deliver on its mission. One of three standing committees, the purpose of the Pediatrics Committee is to help identify and develop resources and programs that support families and communities of children living with PH.
The Pediatrics Committee, which includes parents and pediatric PH nurses, works with PHA Canada to provide support and education resources to families of young people living with PH. The committee offers a unique opportunity for members to help identify community needs and to improve the lives of families dealing with PH across the country.
Position Classification: Two-year volunteer term
Link to Mission: PHA Canada’s mission is to empower the pulmonary hypertension community through support, education, advocacy, awareness, and research. We do this on behalf of and in collaboration with all Canadians affected by pulmonary hypertension, including families and caregivers. The purpose of the Pediatrics Committee is to help identify and develop resources and programs that help families and communities support children living with PH.
Responsibilities:
We are not looking for degrees but rather for volunteers willing to spare a couple of hours each month to help make a difference in the PH community. The Pediatrics Committee collaborates with PHA Canada to identify and develop resources and programs relevant to the committee’s purpose.
Specific activities include:
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Identifying priorities for new resources, especially for underserved parts of the pediatric PH community
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Engaging families and communities affected by pediatric PH and encouraging participation in PHA Canada initiatives
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Providing feedback on new and existing resources to create improvements and ensure resources are relevant for the target audience
Scope: This is a part-time volunteer position. The Pediatrics Committee meets once a month for approximately 60-90 minutes. Additional work on specific projects may also take place via email in between meetings.
How to apply: Applicants are invited to contact Kim Brunelle, Manager of Support and Education Programs at kbrunelle@phacanada.ca