Real Life volunteers act as peer mentors primarily for refugee and immigrant youth in the Salt Lake area. Volunteers provide academic tutoring and participate in hands-on, life-skills activities. Although many of our volunteers are participants in the Youthlinc Service Year, this opportunity is available to any individual who meets the following qualifications:
Volunteer Qualifications
Volunteer must:
Have a passion for tutoring and working with other youth
Be enthusiastic, flexible, and willing to step out of your comfort zone
Commit to volunteering 2 hours per week through the Real Life Year
Be 16 years old, a Junior in high school, or college-aged
Live in the Salt Lake area, or have access to reliable transportation
Be capable of passing a background check if 18+
Real Life will begin recruiting volunteers for the 2022-23 school year starting in October.