Our workshops encompass the practical aspects of pregnancy decision making including contraception choice and abortion, which is evidence-led, non-judgmental and inclusive for all students.
Our aims include:
● Enabling students to understand the choices available to those facing unintended pregnancy and the factors that influence pregnancy decisions.
● Motivating contraceptive use and encouraging access to appropriate services.
● Increasing empathy for those facing an unintended pregnancy.
● Decreasing the stigma around abortion.
● Developing the communication skills to discuss abortion with parents and health professionals.
Volunteers will deliver evidence-based workshops on pregnancy decision-making and abortion to school students, which comply with best practice and support key public health objectives.
Volunteers will need to:
● Send a copy of their DBS Certificate to the VSU, or apply to obtain one through the VSU.
● Attend a half or one day training session on a weekend or evening.
● Complete VSU Volunteering with Children Training.
● Work with a fellow student/co-facilitator to deliver workshops in local schools.
● Complete feedback and evaluation processes.
● Attend update sessions/read material updates as required.
We are only able to accept volunteers who belong to the UCL Medical School.
Additionally, volunteers will need to complete the VSU Volunteering with Children course.