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Volunteer with LAWA
Help open doors for Latino students across the Charlotte region.
At LAWA, volunteers play an important role in helping students and families feel welcomed, supported, and connected. Whether you are greeting families at a workshop, mentoring a college student, sharing your professional journey, or helping at one of our events, your time helps strengthen pathways to education, opportunity, and community.
Representation matters. When students see professionals who share their background, language, or lived experiences, it helps them imagine new possibilities for their own futures.
Ways to Volunteer
High School Series - Welcome Committee
Volunteers help create welcoming and meaningful experiences for students and families participating in LAWA programs. Please reach out to volunteers@lawanc.org for additional information.
Volunteer Role Overview
Volunteers serve as the first point of contact for students and families as they arrive on campus, playing a key role in setting a welcoming and supportive tone for the day. Volunteers will be paired in teams of two and strategically stationed at key entry points across campus to greet participants, provide directions, and ensure a smooth and seamless arrival experience. In some cases, volunteers may also support the check-in process by welcoming participants, confirming attendance, and helping orient students and families to the day’s activities. By offering clear guidance and a warm presence, volunteers help ensure that all participants can navigate the campus with ease and arrive at the workshop confidently and without confusion.
Key Responsibilities:
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Greet students and families with enthusiasm and warmth
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Direct participants to check-in, workshops, and key locations
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Support check-in (optional roles available)
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Build excitement and positive energy for the day’s programming
Our mentorship opportunities connect LAWA Scholars with caring professionals and community members who can offer encouragement, guidance, and perspective as students navigate college and career pathways.
Share Your Skills and Expertise
LAWA also welcomes volunteers who want to support our mission by sharing their professional skills behind the scenes. These opportunities are a meaningful way to contribute your expertise while helping LAWA strengthen our programs, communications, and community reach. Please reach out to volunteers@lawanc.org for additional information.
Who Can Volunteer
LAWA welcomes individuals, corporate teams, employee resource groups, alumni, students, and community members who believe in educational access and opportunity for Latino students.
You may be a great fit if you are:
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Passionate about education and community
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Comfortable working with students and families
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Interested in supporting first-generation college students
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Bilingual in English and Spanish, though this is not required
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A professional interested in mentorship or career readiness
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Part of a company or group looking for meaningful volunteer opportunities
Volunteer Requirements
Some volunteer opportunities may require additional steps, especially those involving ongoing student interaction or mentorship.
Depending on the opportunity, volunteers may be asked to:
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Complete a volunteer interest form
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Attend a brief orientation or training
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Complete a background check for recurring or student-facing roles
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Follow LAWA’s volunteer guidelines and expectations
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Communicate consistently with LAWA staff
LAWA is committed to creating a safe, welcoming, and respectful environment for students, families, volunteers, and partners.
Ready to Get Involved?
Group Volunteer Opportunities
LAWA welcomes corporate and community groups interested in volunteering together. Group opportunities may include supporting workshops, student events, career readiness activities, or community outreach.
We are especially grateful for partners who can help students build social capital by sharing professional experiences, career insights, and encouragement.
To explore a group volunteer opportunity, please contact us at volunteers@lawanc.org.