About Lou's Place

Lou's Place is a unique, community-based daytime drop-in centre for women in crisis, located in Redfern. We provide a safe, supportive space for women facing homelessness, domestic and/or family violence, financial hardship, addiction, mental health challenges, and social isolation. We operate through a trauma-informed, strengths-based approach - meeting each woman where she's at, with dignity and respect. Lou's Place welcomes women of all backgrounds and identities. We are committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for First Nations women, LGBTQIA+ women, and culturally and linguistically diverse women.

The Volunteer Knitting & Crocheting Role

You will work alongside other volunteers and staff to support the running of a weekly knitting and crocheting group at Lou's Place. Your role will be to help set up the space and materials, facilitate the session, and assist women with their projects. This includes offering encouragement, troubleshooting where needed, and fostering a calm and inclusive environment. You will also help pack down at the end of the session. The group runs on Tuesdays from 1:00pm - 2:30pm. Our friendly team will provide training and support to help you feel confident in your role.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up materials and create a welcoming group space

• Facilitate the knitting/crocheting session

• Support participants with their individual projects

• Foster a safe, inclusive, and trauma-informed group environment

• Pack away materials at the end of the session

Volunteer Requirements

• Must identify as a woman

• Intermediate or higher knitting and/or crocheting skills

• Confidence in supporting others and offering basic guidance

• A compassionate and non-judgmental approach

• Friendly, calm, and patient communication

• Able to commit weekly or fortnightly for at least 12 months

• A desire to support women from diverse and vulnerable backgrounds

• A collaborative approach and ability to work as part of a team

• Awareness of and respect for cultural, political, and ethnic diversity, including a strong commitment to inclusion of First Nations peoples and the LGBTQIA+ community

Why volunteer at Lou's Place?

Volunteering at Lou's Place offers a chance to make a real difference in the lives of women who have experienced significant trauma and adversity. You'll help facilitate meaningful connection, creativity, and confidence through a relaxing and therapeutic activity. You'll also gain hands-on experience working with a trauma-informed community service organisation, build relationships, and become part of a supportive team.

Required Checks

All volunteers must complete the following before starting:

• Working with Children Check

• National Police Check

• Volunteer Application Form

• Lou's Place Volunteer Induction session

If you are interested in becoming a valued part of the Lou's Place community, please hit the APPLY button below.