DoM Community Volunteer and Continued Learning Opportunities!
Volunteer and Continued Learning Opportunities
FriendshipWorks
FriendshipWorks provides support and companionship to seniors to deter and alleviate elder isolations. Connect with Ellen Duncan (eduncan@fw4elders.org) for more information.
Boys and Girls Club of Boston – Volunteer Tutoring
If anyone is looking for a recurring volunteer opportunity, BGCB is currently recruiting volunteer tutors across multiple sites. Please have anyone interested sign up here and BGCB staff will follow up with you directly!
BMC Organizational Development International Transgender Day of Visibility Through Learning (For BMC staff)
Creating a welcoming, respectful, and affirming environment is essential to delivering equitable care and living our mission. This session will help staff deepen their understanding of gender diversity and strengthen inclusive communication practices in everyday interactions. Participating in this session is one way we can continue building the knowledge and skills needed to support our patients, colleagues, and community.
During this training, participants will:
- Define key terms related to gender identity, gender expression, and sexual orientation
- Describe the importance of gender-affirming care and its impact on patient experience and health outcomes
- Practice affirming and inclusive communication strategies when engaging with everyone, including Trans and Gender Diverse individuals
In-person session: Tuesday, March 31, 10-11:30 a.m. (Yawkey Building)
Virtual session: Tuesday, March 31, 2-3:30 p.m. (Microsoft Teams)
Boys and Girls Club of Boston – Week of Service
April 21-24th
Projects typically include outdoor landscaping, with some indoor organizing of program spaces. Groups are perfect for this opportunity. Sign up here. For more information contact Alexis Armstrong (aarmstrong@bgcb.org).
BMC South: In Your Corner: Men’s Health Night
April 10th | 6:30-8:30PM | BMC South Moakley Conference Center – 235 N Pearl St., Brockton, MA 02301
This event will bring together healthcare leaders and community partners to share trusted information about men’s health. Through an engaging panel discussion, speakers will address mental health, primary care, heart health, and prostate health—highlighting prevention, routine checkups, access to care, and the importance of knowing your health status. The event will also reconnect attendees with the BMC South Team and available services. For more information, contact the Community Engagement and External Affairs Team (bmccommunityengagement@bmc.org).
Me Period: A Community Film Screening
April 12th | 12-2:20PM | WBUR CitySpace – 890 Commonwealth Ave., Boston, MA
Boston Medical Center Health System is honored to present the Me Period documentary to the community. Produced by the Black Women’s Health Imperative, this powerful film explores menstruation, puberty, and motherhood through heartfelt intergenerational conversations. For more information, contact the Community Engagement and External Affairs Team (bmccommunityengagement@bmc.org).
30th Annual Mother’s Day Peace Walk
May 10th | 9-11AM | Town Field Park – 1520 Dorchester Ave., Dorchester, MA 02122
We invite you to join the Louis D. Brown Peace Institute’s 30th Annual 5k Mother’s Day Walk for Peace. Each year, families, community leaders, and neighbors gather to honor loved ones lost to violence, support healing, and promote peace. We walk alongside founder Clementina Chéry in memory of her son, Louis D. Brown.
We’d love for you to join us. You’re welcome to register here and walk with us. Please RSVP by Friday, April 17.
2026 Haitian Flag Day
May 17th | 11AM-3PM | Harambee Park – 930 Blue Hill Ave., Boston, MA 02124
BMC is a proud sponsor of Boston’s Haitian Unity Parade, an annual event that takes place during the weekend-long Haitian Flag Day festivities.
This year’s parade will run from Mattapan Square to Harambee Park and will include music, food, and more! Join us to celebrate Haiti’s independence and help empower our neighbors by providing resources that support all aspects of health. For more information, contact the Community Engagement and External Affairs Team (bmccommunityengagement@bmc.org).
Chelsea Research Festival | May 18th, 2026
The Chelsea Research Festival highlights Chelsea residents’ contributions to science and bridges the gap between community and research. Learn more on their website.
Boston Wellness Day: Building a Healthier Boston
May 30th | 12-4PM | Boys and Girls Club, Berkshire Partners Blue Hill Club – 15 Talbot Ave., Dorchester, MA 02124
Boston Medical Center (BMC), Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC), and Boys & Girls Clubs of Boston (BGCB) will partner to host a Community Wellness Day in 2026. This collaborative event is designed to engage and support BGCB children, staff, and Boston families. The event will combine education, engagement, and entertainment to create an inclusive and energizing environment centered on whole-person and family wellness. For more information, contact the Community Engagement and External Affairs Team (bmccommunityengagement@bmc.org).