Volunteer learning area
Find the resources you need to learn about CAFOD and to start out as a CAFOD volunteer.
See our calendar for upcoming volunteer events and find your learning resources to support you in your role below via e-learning modules, policies and guidelines and communicating CAFOD information. You can also learn more about CAFOD by watching our previous online talks.
If you are a volunteer coordinator please log in to our private area for coordinators
E-learning modules
Use our e-learning modules to gain knowledge and confidence for being a CAFOD volunteer. The training modules work best on PCs or Macs. You will be asked to download the Articulate Mobile Player app use them on your phone or tablet.
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Understanding CAFOD
Start here if you're new to CAFOD.
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Safeguarding children
Take this module if you volunteer with children
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Speaking at Mass for beginners
Advice for your first time speaking at Mass
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Speaking at Mass for experienced volunteers
Some additional training on speaking at Mass
Policies and guidelines
Code of Behaviour for Volunteers
Child Protection Policy (Summary)
Our vision, mission and values
Guidance for reducing risks when organising events
Information Security Awareness
Communicating CAFOD
Social media guide for volunteers
Consent form for interviews, photos, films