Questions & Answers
Here you can find frequently asked questions and answers about volunteering with us.
Become a volunteer hereQUESTIONS & ANSWERS ABOUT VOLUNTEERING IN THE CAPITAL
What does it take to be a volunteer?
The most important thing is that you have the time, desire and energy to volunteer.
Depending on the activity you are interested in, there are some professional and personal qualities that are an advantage. If you are considering becoming a Visiting Friend for the Lonely, for example, it is good if you are faithful and stable - if you would like to volunteer in the Hospice Service, it is an advantage that you are robust and have experience in caring for dying people.
However, there are some activities that require special prerequisites (e.g. Samaritans)
Children must be able to safely participate in the Red Cross, and we make special efforts to protect them. This also means that we obtain child certificates for volunteers who are part of an activity that involves contact with children under the age of 15.
What can I do as a volunteer?
It depends on where and for whom you volunteer. There are often broad limits to what you can do.
As a volunteer, you help create security, calm, agency, hope and community based on the individual's needs, resources and interests and plan accordingly.
Some activities are based on one-on-one relationships. Other activities are about strengthening meaningful, active communities. Read more about our various efforts here.
Who do I help as a volunteer?
As a volunteer at the Red Cross Capital, you help to help the most vulnerable citizens in the capital area.
You can either help lonely seniors, vulnerable families with children, the mentally vulnerable, or help as an administrative volunteer at the secretariat, where you support the organization.
You can read more about the areas where we are present here.
What is the age limit for volunteering?
In the Danish Red Cross Capital you must be 15 years old to be a volunteer.
Can I volunteer if I don't speak Danish?
Yes, you can volunteer as an English speaking volunteer in Red Cross Copenhagen.
How much time do I need to spend as a volunteer?
It depends on how much time you want to spend and which activities you choose.
Many activities are quite flexible when it comes to time. For example, our women's groups hold meetings 1-4 times a month, and you must be able to attend at least once a month - but you can also attend four times.
Other activities are on fixed days and at fixed times.
How do I get in touch with you?
There are many opportunities to become a volunteer at the Danish Red Cross!
Write us at rkh.frivillig@rodekors.dk or call 6010 0063. Our phones are open:
– Monday 17-20 pm
– Wednesday 15-18 pm
– Thursday 15-18 pm
You can also register as a volunteer via our form. here..
What kind of training will I receive?
As a volunteer at Red Cross Capital, you will receive training in all our activities. We ensure that volunteers are well prepared for the role.
Some activities require you to attend an introductory course and other activities require you to take basic training (e.g. Samaritan Corps or Victim counseling).
As a newly started volunteer, you can participate in a Welcome meeting, where you will be introduced to the Red Cross Capital.
As a volunteer in the Red Cross, you always have the opportunity to sign up for various courses, which are free of charge. You can see all our courses and events here.
Can I work in management at Red Cross Capital?
Yes, you can. The leadership community of the Red Cross Capital has both room for and need you to help support the volunteer commitment.
You will have ample opportunity to explore and develop your personal leadership with us.
If you are interested in reading more, you can find more information about being a volunteer leader here: Become a volunteer leader
Can I change activities later?
Yes, you are always welcome to volunteer in other activities of the Red Cross Capital.