What does it take to become a volunteer of Merimna?

Volunteering at Merimna is open to everyone. There are no strict requirements.

Regardless of your skills, knowledge, education, professional status or previous volunteer experience, you can join our Volunteer Team.

Even an hour a week if you can give, you make a difference to our goals!

What we definitely want you to have is:

• A willingness to give.
• Understanding and acceptance of the principles of how Merimna operates.

Those interested in joining our Volunteer Team please follow the steps below:

• Complete the application form and send it to: volunteers@merimna.org.gr.
• All applicants will have a personal interview with the Volunteer Team Coordinators.
• Attend the volunteer training program and participate in at least 3 volunteer activities in order to receive a certificate of a qualified “Volunteer of Merimna”.
• On completion of the course, you will meet again with the Volunteer Team Coordinators to jointly explore the area of action you wish to be involved in.

The new training program will be held on March 14th, 2026.
The deadline for applications is March 1st, 2026.

Training objective

To prepare our volunteers so that they can contribute to actions that support the work of Merimna.

Please note that the training will be held in the Greek language

By giving your time to Merimna through volunteering, you support our work and contribute to providing care for children and families experiencing serious illness or the loss of a loved one.