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Volunteering Skills For Homeless

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I. Volunteering our knowledgeable skill such as resume writing, technical skills, handy skills, and interview skills can provide the homeless citizens with necessary tools to become employed. a. About 80% of the audience said they have considered helping the homeless get back on their feet, but 55% don’t know where to volunteer. i. The places you can implement your skills are O.U.T.R.E.A.C.H programs such as HELP of Southern Nevada, A New Start, and Westcare of Nevada (“Help of Southern Nevada”, 2012). ii. We will be able to connect with the homeless on a personal level by teaching them to become self-sufficient, educated, and prepared for a job interview (“Help of Southern Nevada”, 2012). b. My audience questionnaire revealed that there are
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