About Darkness Into Light Sligo Town
The 'Darkness into Light' 5k walk/run is an annual nationwide event which sees thousands of people walking/running in solidarity with people who have been affected by suicide. This is an event to remember all those who died by suicide throughout the years and involves hundreds of people walking together, from the darkness into the light of dawn. Proceeds go to Pieta House, a Suicide Prevention Charity. The event also helps to make people aware of the support available if they are feeling depressed or suicidal. It is an amazing event to be part of, either as a walker, runner or volunteer.
What's Involved
We are seeking volunteers to help with various tasks, including registration, stewarding and serving teas and coffee, for the Darkness into Light walk on Saturday 10th May 2025 at 4am.
Volunteers will meet at the Knocknarea Arena at ATU Sligo at 3:10am and will be needed until 5 or 6am.
Marshals will direct people at junctions, encourage people and hand out water if required.
Refreshments will be provided.
If you can help out for a few hours your efforts will help to make this vital event happen. You will be helping to raise funds for Pieta, to raise awareness of suicide prevention and to help bring many people together to walk / run in solidarity and remember friends and loved ones who have died by suicide.
What's required for this position
Just enthusiasm for this great event!
Level of English required for this role:
Basic English
Times and commitment required for this role
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Minimum time commitment: Once Off
Hours required: 3hrs Once off
Other Details
Location of volunteering opportunity:
5km route starts and finishes at the ATU Sligo. Marshals will be posted along this route and volunteers needed in the ATU.
Other location details:
Sligo
Volunteers will be provided with the following supports:
- Support/ advice/ recognition
- Initial induction and training
- Insurance cover
Volunteers with the following challenges will be supported in this role
- Mental Health Difficulties
Age restrictions:
Over 18
Is this opportunity suitable for groups/teams of volunteers?
Yes
Benefits you will receive as a volunteer
This is a really feel-good event! Volunteers can feel proud to be part of such a moving and symbolic event with hundreds of people walking from the darkness into the light of dawn. All money raised goes to Pieta, a Suicide Prevention charity.
