VFP-MTV01 COMMUNITY REENTRY and SOCIAL JUSTICE, BURLINGTON, PERMANENT SOCI/MANU,

Female volunteers only, AGE 21+

4 Vols, Only 1 volunteer serves at a time,

Minimum 12 weeks; maximum 6 months

Hartford Dismas House provides transitional housing and opportunities to men and women getting out of prison so that they
can successfully transition back into the community

WORK: Volunteers will assist in a variety of tasks including but not limited to: administrative support in the office, helping
with fundraising activities, supporting the residential community by helping with planning and participating in house activities
and Residential Advisor duties (See below). The type of work and number of hours varies but is usually 4 – 6 hours a day.
Volunteers live on site and participate in all house activities including evening meals and all outside activities.

STUDY THEME: Criminal Justice
ACCOMMODATION: Shared room in large Victorian house, meals & laundry provided.
LOCATION: Hartford, Vermont. is a beautiful small town in Windsor County, population 10,000. The small city is located
right on the shore of the White River and Connecticut River. Group activities and sightseeing is offered.
LEISURE ACTIVITIES: Recreation includes house activities and many festivals and events in area. Volunteers will
participate in house outings including baseball games, hikes, camping, etc. Time off for travel may be approved.
TERMINAL: White River Junction VT where they will be met by a Dismas House Staff Member. www.greyhound.com
www.dartmouthcoach.com
SPECIAL REMARKS: Female volunteers only. Volunteers must be 21+, speak fluent English and have basic computer
skills. Absolutely NO alcohol or drug use permitted during the stay. VFP Motivation Form and email interview required. VFP
does not provide insurance for volunteers on this project! Dismas offers emergency and liability insurance only. Only one
international volunteer serves at any time. Volunteers must indicate the dates they are able to serve.

VISA INFORMATION: Regulations have changed and the US Department of State makes it very clear that
an invitation letter will not make a difference in whether you receive a visa or not. You must be sure you
meet and understand the requirements to get a visa before you apply to the project. Follow the link for
more information on visa requirements from your country.
(http://travel.state.gov/content/visas/english/visit/visitor.html#overview)