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 Bingo Host Role

We're looking for fun, energetic volunteers to host our weekly bingo group at Lou's Place! You'll be responsible for calling the numbers, keeping the energy up, and creating a warm and inclusive atmosphere where women can relax, laugh, and enjoy some friendly competition. The bingo group runs on Fridays from 11:00am - 12:30pm, with volunteer shifts from 10:45am-12:45pm. You'll work alongside other volunteers to help set up, run the game, and pack down afterwards. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys connecting with others, brings great vibes, and knows how to keep a game running smoothly.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up the space and bingo materials

• Host and facilitate the weekly bingo game

• Bring energy, humour, and encouragement to the session

• Ensure all women feel welcome, included and supported

• Pack away bingo materials and tidy the space

Volunteer Requirements

• Must identify as a woman

• Experience or knowledge of how to call a game of bingo

• A warm, energetic, and engaging personality

• Clear communication and a good sense of humour

• Ability to create a positive, inclusive group environment

• 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 and confidence through a fun and energetic 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.