# Volunteer Training

- Link: https://dismasfellowshipnetwork.com/resources/train/volunteer-training/
- Published: 2022-11-10T05:39:44-04:00
- Author: launch48demo

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## Building a Strong Volunteer Team

For many people walking with and extending the hand of friendship to an individual
returning from prison will be a new experience.
 The primary objective of** Session
1** of the Dismas Fellowship Volunteer Training is to provide an overview of the
what individuals face when they are part of the criminal justice system (in Canada)
and the challenges they must deal with upon release.

** Session 2** covers in more detail the role of the volunteer in the Dismas Fellowship
with the goal of helping helping people feel comfortable in this ministry of friendship.
Take a moment to watch the video to the right which is an introduction to the volunteer
training that is available to all members of the Dismas Fellowship Network.

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## Session 1: Introduction to the Criminal Justice System in Canada

By the end of Session 1 you will have an understanding of:

 * the correctional system and prison culture;
 * the vision and basic guidelines of the Dismas Fellowship

## Session 2: Introduction to Dismas Fellowship & Ministry of Friendship

By the end of Session 2 you will have an understanding of:

 * the model of service and the Shared Values of Dismas Fellowship
 * how to have safe and open friendships within Dismas Fellowship

2025 Dismas Fellowship Tool Kit

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2025 Dismas Fellowship Orientation in PDF

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2025 Dismas Fellowship OrientationOctober 23rd, 2025

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Dismas Fellowship Orientation (Part One)February 25th, 2021

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Session 1: Download Session 1 in PDF

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Dismas Fellowship Orientation (Part Two)March 4th, 2021

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Session 2: Download Session 2 in PDF


## More Training Resources

Just click on any of the links to find **other training resources**.  More will 
be added in the near future.

Please refer to the **Re-entry Check List** as you begin to navigate returning to
in-person meetings after the Covid-19 Restrictions are reduced or lifted.

If you have any questions regarding training issues, contact us at 
 **dismascommunity@
gmail.com**

"The Value of Our Values!"
Paul Tuck explains our Dismas Values

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The Way of the Cross with St. DismasApril 2nd, 2021 - Zoom Broadcast Audio with 
Powerpoint Slides visuals.

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The Way of The Cross full program pdf
_Stations of the Cross readings for Easter_

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Harry Nigh at MMJC 2019 Part OneHarry's Live seminar on "Creating Community for 
Ex-Prisoners".

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Harry Nigh at MMJC 2019 Part Two

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Greg Simmons: A Canadian Prisoner's Perspective

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Video: Canada's Correctional System,
A Brief OverviewCriminal Justice Studies, Nipissing
University