Forth Valley Rape Crisis Centre Board Members

Posted on April 4, 2019

Forth Valley Rape Crisis Centre (FVRCC) is a feminist organisation, aiming to offer a safe space to people of all genders, and provides services across Forth Valley (Falkirk, Stirling, and Clackmannanshire). FVRCC provide free and confidential information, advocacy and support to anyone over 13 years old affected by any form of sexual violence in Forth Valley.

They are looking to fill the following positions on their Board of Trustees:

The closing date for applications to both voluntary roles is Saturday 20^th April, with interviews taking place week commencing Monday 29^th April.

To apply for these roles, or for further information, please contact Amanda Heenan by phone: 01786 439244, or email: amanda@arcofinclusion.co.uk

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