The public has meaningful opportunities to engage in the truth and reconciliation process. By attending public meetings, community members can learn about the discrimination that has occurred, gaining insight i
into perspectives and information previously unknown to them.
Bearing witness becomes a crucial aspect, recognizing the importance of understanding diverse experiences. Just being present at our public meetings, during truth-telling sessions and participating in the overall process is essential to cultivating community understanding.
Furthermore, members of the public with specific areas of expertise, be it in research, mental health, trauma-informed processes, or data compilation, are encouraged to actively participate. Their skills and knowledge contribute significantly to the comprehensive understanding and healing process.
Volunteering is also a valuable way for the public to get involved, fostering a collaborative effort to address historical injustices and work towards a more inclusive and just community.
Cultural humility is essential to all participating in this process.
The type of volunteers needed include but are not limited to the following:
- Trauma informed expertise Volunteers (before, during and after)
- Research Volunteers
- Marketing Volunteers
- Statement Takers
- Security
- Victim Support during truth telling sessions
- Artistic
- Photographer
- Miscellaneous – Checking in, management of food and refreshments, tabling, ushering
- Caterers